PRODUCT REVIEW
Carenology 95 BE:FINE The AC Spot Treatment
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
A specialised moisturiser provides intensive care to acnes.
asiatic acid
0.65% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (asiaticoside, madecasosside and madecassic acid) asiatic acid has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
cholesterol
0.35% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
ceramide np
0.45% -
0.7%
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
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Anti-aging
asiaticoside
0.8% -
1.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic
acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
madecassoside
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
ascorbic acid
0.35% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
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Anti-oxidation
asiaticoside
0.8% -
1.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic
acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
madecassoside
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
ocimum sanctum leaf extract
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
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Anti-blemish
What does the product description say?
FINE The AC Spot Treatment
melia azadirachta leaf extract
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
phytosphingosine
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
salicylic acid
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-blemish |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
50/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Potential irritants
salicylic acid
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Exfoliation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-blemish,
Antibacterial,
Evens skin tone
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
ascorbic acid
0.35% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Evens skin tone
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
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Comodogenic ingredients
hydrolyzed algin
0.2% -
0.4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
corallina officinalis extract
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
centella asiatica extract
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces redness,
Moisturizing,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Anti-blemish
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
allantoin
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Moisturizing,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-blemish,
Reduces redness,
Exfoliation
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
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Potential irritants
salicylic acid
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Exfoliation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-blemish,
Antibacterial,
Evens skin tone
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
ascorbic acid
0.35% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Evens skin tone
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
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Comodogenic ingredients
hydrolyzed algin
0.2% -
0.4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
corallina officinalis extract
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
All ingredients
glycerin
4.9% -
6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
butylene glycol
3.8% -
4.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
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Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Behenyl alcohol, 1,2-hexanediol, Azelamide mea, Eriobotrya japonica fruit/leaf extract, Eriobotrya japonica leaf extract, Salicylic acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Madecassoside, Dextrin, Ceramide np, Phytosphingosine, Ascorbic acid, Brassica campestris sterols, Cholesterol, Lecithin, Ceteth-5, Centella asiatica extract, Hydrolyzed algin, Zinc sulfate, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Allantoin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Sodium polyacrylate, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Hydrogenated lecithin, Glyceryl stearate, Cellulose gum, Arachidyl alcohol, Arachidyl glucoside, Glucose, Heptyl undecylenate, Menthol, Disodium edta, Pogostemon cablin oil
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- Contact dermatitis due to Madecassol
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- Protective effect of madecassoside on H2O2-induced oxidative stress and autophagy activation in human melanocytes
- Madecassoside, a triterpenoid saponin isolated from Centella asiatica herbs, protects endothelial cells against oxidative stress
- Madecassoside Inhibits Melanin Synthesis by Blocking Ultraviolet-Induced Inflammation
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- Skin hydration is significantly increased by a cream formulated to mimic the skin’s own natural moisturizing systems
- Topically Applied Ceramides Interact with the Stratum Corneum Lipid Matrix in Compromised Ex Vivo Skin
- Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Titrated Extract of Centella asiatica in Phthalic Anhydride-Induced Allergic Dermatitis Animal Model
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- Assessment report on Centella asiatica (L.) Urban, herba
- Safety Assessment of Plant Polysaccharide Gums as Used in Cosmetics
- Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics
- Melia azedarach
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- Profile of wound healing process induced by allantoin
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- Vitamin E and Skin Health