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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Visibly smooth skin texture while targeting fine lines and loss of elasticity for radiantly youthful skin.
bakuchiol
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
hydroxydecyl ubiquinone
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
An analogue of coenzyme Q10 that has a lower molecular weight, which can improve its ability to penetrate the skin. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
hyaluronic acid
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
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Anti-blemish
bakuchiol
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
kaolin
0.45% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
melia azadirachta leaf extract
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
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Evens skin tone
bakuchiol
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
glutathione
0.4% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
bifida ferment lysate
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
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Moisturizing
ceramide np
0.35% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
lactobacillus ferment
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
caprylic/capric triglyceride
5.6% -
6.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
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Anti-oxidation
bakuchiol
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
hydroxydecyl ubiquinone
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An analogue of coenzyme Q10 that has a lower molecular weight, which can improve its ability to penetrate the skin. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
glutathione
0.4% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Anti-aging |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
100/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Potential irritants
centaurea cyanus flower water
0.65% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory
Cornflower water. Might have an anti-oxidant effect and can help reduce inflammation in skin. However, it can be irritating on its own
eclipta prostrata extract
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
glycine soja oil
1.8% -
2.2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Evens skin tone,
Moisturizing,
Anti-blemish
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial,
Anti-aging,
Moisturizing,
Evens skin tone,
Anti-blemish
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
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Potential irritants
centaurea cyanus flower water
0.65% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory
Cornflower water. Might have an anti-oxidant effect and can help reduce inflammation in skin. However, it can be irritating on its own
eclipta prostrata extract
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
glycine soja oil
1.8% -
2.2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
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dicaprylyl carbonate
4.2% -
5.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
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Ingredient list view
Paeonia albiflora root extract, Unknown, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Undecane, Hydrogenated polydecene, Tridecane, Glycine soja oil, Dicaprylyl ether, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Paeonia albiflora flower extract, Centaurea cyanus flower water, Prunus persica flower extract, Camellia japonica seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Bakuchiol, Glutathione, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Tocopherol, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Eclipta prostrata extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Glyceryl caprylate, Butylene glycol, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Water, Methylpropanediol, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum, Water, Glycerin, Squalane, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Propanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Trehalose, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Panthenol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment, Hydrogenated lecithin, Hydroxydecyl ubiquinone, Polyglyceryl-10 oleate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Tocopherol, Theobroma cacao extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Hexylglycerin, Dextrin, Caprylyl glycol, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Parfum, Prunus persica extract, Clay, Water, Kaolin, Ci 77004, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Bentonite, Ci 77004, Alcohol denat., Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Butylene glycol, Cellulose, Prunus persica fruit extract, Prunus persica kernel extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment, Streptococcus thermophilus ferment, Lactobacillus ferment, Lactobacillus ferment lysate, Bifida ferment lysate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Vinegar, Ceramide np, Althaea rosea flower extract, Hydrolyzed viola tricolor extract, Hibiscus syriacus bark extract, Momordica charantia fruit extract, Gossypium herbaceum fruit water, Malt extract, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Sodium hyaluronate, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed malt extract, Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract, Cellulose gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan gum, Potassium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Propanediol, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hectorite, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum
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