Caswell-Massey

Caswell-Massey Coriander and Mandarin Body Lotion

Name: Caswell-Massey - Coriander and Mandarin Body Lotion
Brand: Caswell-Massey

Efficacy25/100IrritancyHigh

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1 of 3 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing

15 ingredients credited for this claim

Good support

What the product description says

“Formulated with an exclusive blend of plant extracts, essential oils and natural antioxidants.”

Source: SmallFlower

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: glycerin, butylene glycol.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: beeswax, caprylic/capric triglyceride.

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.~4.2–5.1%

Theobroma cacao seed butterKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.2–0.4%

BeeswaxKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen~0.25–0.45%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~2.4–2.9%

Carthamus tinctorius seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation~1.9–2.4%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~3–3.7%

Isopropyl myristateKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic~4.3–5.2%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.3–0.55%

Behenyl alcohol· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient~0.15–0.3%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.15–0.25%

Arachidyl alcohol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency~0.15–0.25%

Sclerocarya birrea seed oilUnder-dosedEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.~0.25–0.45%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.15–0.3%

LecithinEffect: Low, below effective doseUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.4%

Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceEffect: Low, below effective doseTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin~0.2–0.4%

Anti-aging

3 ingredients credited for this claim

Weak support

What the product description says

“deliver moisturizing, antioxidant and anti-aging benefits Awaken the body and mind with a delightful blend of Italian Lemon and Yellow Mandarin, followed by a mix of Tropical Fruits (Pineapple, Apple, and Peach) along with Fresh Flowers.”

Source: SmallFlower

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

Retinyl palmitateUnder-dosedEffect: MediumThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect~0.2–0.35%

Exfoliation

2 ingredients credited for this claim

Weak support

What the product description says

“brightens, tones and gently breaks down dead skin cells Mirabella Plum Oil.”

Source: SmallFlower

This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.

Microcrystalline celluloseEffect: Low~0.25–0.45%

Retinyl palmitateEffect: Low, below effective doseThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect~0.2–0.35%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

13 strong irritants: Citrus reticulata extract, Parfum + 11 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 22 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Citrus reticulata extract—High~1.6–2%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~1.4–1.7%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~1.1–1.4%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.9–1.15%est.

Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.65–0.95%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.55–0.8%est.

Cinnamyl alcohol—High~0.5–0.7%est.

CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.45–0.65%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

Cinnamal—High~0.3–0.5%est.

Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

Benzyl benzoateFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

Citrus junos fruit extractContains essential oil. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivityHigh~0.2–0.4%est.

Retinyl palmitateThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effectHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.Medium~4.2–5.1%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~2.4–2.9%est.

Sclerocarya birrea seed oilAn emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.Medium~0.25–0.45%est.

Prunus domestica fruit extractA plant extract. Might have some antioxidant propertiesMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skinMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.Medium~0.2–0.35%est.

Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.15–0.25%est.

Cetearyl glucosideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product textureMedium~0.15–0.25%est.

Comedogenic

3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

3 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Isopropyl myristateAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic3/5~4.3–5.2%est.

Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect3/5~0.2–0.4%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~0.3–0.55%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Isopropyl myristate~4.3–5.2%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic

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Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~4.2–5.1%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.

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Glycerin~3–3.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

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

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~2.4–2.9%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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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Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~1.9–2.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation

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Coriander

Not recognized

Citrus reticulata extract~1.6–2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Parfum~1.4–1.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Limonene~1.1–1.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Linalool~0.9–1.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Benzyl salicylate~0.65–0.95%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Geraniol~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Cinnamyl alcohol~0.5–0.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Citral~0.45–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Salicylate

Not recognized

Geraniol~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Cinnamyl alcohol~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Citral~0.35–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Citronellol~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Cinnamal~0.3–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Benzyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Benzyl benzoate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating

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Cetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Microcrystalline cellulose~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Exfoliation

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Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Citrus junos fruit extract~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Contains essential oil. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity

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Rhodiola rosea extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Sclerocarya birrea seed oil~0.25–0.45%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.

More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oil

Lepidium sativum sprout extract~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Prunus domestica fruit extract~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A plant extract. Might have some antioxidant properties

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Leontopodium alpinum extract~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAntibacterialReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingAnti-blemish

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin

More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice

Beeswax~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen

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Retinyl palmitate~0.2–0.35%

Under-dosedIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-blemishAnti-agingEvens skin toneExfoliation

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect

More about Retinyl palmitate

Theobroma cacao seed butter~0.2–0.4%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-dandruff

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

More about Theobroma cacao seed butter

Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.

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Tocopherol~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingMoisturizing

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

More about Tocopherol

Lecithin~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Lecithin

Butylene glycol~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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

More about Butylene glycol

Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Cetearyl glucoside~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture

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Arachidyl alcohol~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency

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Behenyl alcohol~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient

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Ingredient list view

Water, Isopropyl myristate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Unknown, Citrus reticulata extract, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Geraniol, Cinnamyl alcohol, Citral, Unknown, Geraniol, Cinnamyl alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Cinnamal, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl benzoate, Cetearyl alcohol, Microcrystalline cellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus junos fruit extract, Rhodiola rosea extract, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Lepidium sativum sprout extract, Prunus domestica fruit extract, Leontopodium alpinum extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Beeswax, Retinyl palmitate, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Butylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Cetearyl glucoside, Arachidyl alcohol, Behenyl alcohol