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Mini Lightweight Magic Cream Moisturizer Charlotte Tilbury

Charlotte Tilbury - Mini Lightweight Magic Cream Moisturizer
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Key promises

Anti-aging, Moisturizing
Effectiveness

Effectiveness

44 /100
Irritancy

Irritancy

HIGH

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Sephora CA
Starting at CA$40.00
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In stock 2/11/2021
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What's in this jar?

Can work for

  • Moisturizing
  • Anti-aging

Promises, but can't deliver

All promises fulfilled!
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promise
What does the product description say?
"Mini Lightweight Magic Cream Moisturizer"
From product name

WIMJ FORMULA ANALYSIS

Works for moisturization. Has good ingredients to attract water to the skin and then "seal it in", keeping skin hydrated over time
Ingredient
Effectiveness
Concentration
Irritancy
c12-15 alkyl benzoate
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
coco-caprylate/caprate
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
helianthus annuus seed oil
HIGH
does not meet threshold
Irritancy
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promise
What does the product description say?
"Reduce the appearance of wrinkles, leaving skin looking firmer and plumper."
From: Sephora

WIMJ FORMULA ANALYSIS

Ingredients may be helpful, but are not the most effective, well studied, or used in a sufficient concentration
Ingredient
Effectiveness
Concentration
Irritancy
acetyl tetrapeptide-11
MEDIUM
meets threshold
Irritancy
acetyl tetrapeptide-9
MEDIUM
meets threshold
Irritancy
tocopherol
LOW
does not meet threshold
Irritancy
Ingredient
Irritancy
Skin benefit
homosalate
Irritancy
Has skin benefit
octocrylene
Irritancy
Has skin benefit
butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
Irritancy
Has skin benefit
Pos Ingredient Name Description
1 aqua/water/eau Plain old water
2 homosalate A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
3 octocrylene A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
4 ethylhexyl salicylate Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
5 c12-15 alkyl benzoate Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
6 butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Avobenzone. A broad spectrum sunscreen meaning that it can protect against both UVA rays. Currently, it is the only sunscreen ingredient available in the US (approved by the FDA) with the peak absorbance within the UVA I range. It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps stabilize the product formulation
7 butylene glycol 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
8 coconut alkanes An emollient that helps soften the skin
9 glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
10 silica Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin
11 crambe abyssinica seed oil Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
12 cetyl alcohol A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
13 glyceryl stearate An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
14 caprylyl methicone A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
15 potassium cetyl phosphate Helps oil and water mix together
16 peg-75 stearate Helps water and oil mix together
17 dimethyl isosorbide Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
18 polysorbate 20 Helps oil and water mix together
19 phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
20 hydroxyacetophenone Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives
21 marrubium vulgare extract
22 ceteth-20 Helps water and oil mix together
23 steareth-20 Helps oil and water mix together
24 coco-caprylate/caprate Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
25 xanthan gum Used to create a thicker product consistency
26 carbomer Helps create a gel-like product texture. Can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
27 disodium edta Stabilizes the product formulation
28 rosa damascena extract
29 ethylhexylglycerin A preservative
30 sodium hydroxide Used to adjust the product's pH
31 beta-carotene A colorant adding orange or bright yellow color
32 tocopherol 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
33 xanthophylls
34 michelia alba leaf oil An essential oil used in cosmetics for its smell. Can be irritating
35 citric acid Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
36 helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
37 rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin. Is a likely irritant
38 solanum tuberosum pulp extract
39 acetyl tetrapeptide-11 A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
40 acetyl tetrapeptide-9 A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
41 linalool A fragrance. Can be irritating
42 citronellol A fragrance. Can be irritating
43 geraniol A fragrance. Can be irritating
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Scientific Sources

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  • Activity enhancement of ferulic acid with dimethyl isosorbride in cosmetic compositions
  • Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics
  • Vitamin E in dermatology
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  • Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
  • Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
  • Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
  • Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
  • Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gel
  • Safety Assessment of Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
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