Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Anti-agingAdenosineStrong evidence
“White ginseng extract - Has anti-aging properties and helps to lighten dark spots”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Evens skin toneArbutin, Morus alba bark extractModerate evidence
“Made with aloe, snow lotus, white ginseng, lily flower, houttuynia cordata, freesia, daisy and edelweiss extracts, this cream effectively reduces melanin in the skin, lightens dark UV spots, reduces redness, diminishes freckles and evens out skin tones with continuous use.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: arbutin, morus alba bark extract.
MoisturizingCyclopentasiloxane, Adenosine + 7 moreLimited evidence
“Aloe vera extract - Keeps the skin hydrated and repairs for a youthful complexion”
Does not contain the most effective ingredients for moisturization. The emollients (cyclopentasiloxane, caprylyl glycol) can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Keep in mind though that this product lacks humectants that attract water. You might want to use a separate product with ingredients like hyaluronic acid or glycerin in addition (use before this product for the best results).
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Arbutin, Morus alba bark extract + 3 moreModerate evidence
This product contains antioxidants (arbutin) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Lilium candidum flower extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Titanium dioxide~9.3–11.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCyclopentasiloxane~5.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneButylene glycol~3.4–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 glycolCyclohexasiloxane~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneArbutin~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
More about ArbutinDipropylene glycol~1.8–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolSodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerIsohexadecane~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecanePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAluminum hydroxide~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideDisodium stearyl sulfosuccinamate~0.9–1.1%
Caprylyl glycol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolGlyceryl caprylate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateHydrated silica~0.8–1.2%
Polysorbate 80~0.6–0.9%
Parfum~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAdenosine~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineAloe barbadensis leaf water~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf waterMorus alba bark extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence is lacking
More about Morus alba bark extractLilium candidum flower extract~0.35–0.6%
Nelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.25–0.5%
Saussurea involucrata extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Houttuynia cordata extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Freesia alba flower extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bellis perennis flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Bellis perennis flower extractLeontopodium alpinum flower extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panax ginseng root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractIngredient list view
Water, Titanium dioxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene glycol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Arbutin, Dipropylene glycol, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Isohexadecane, Phenoxyethanol, Aluminum hydroxide, Disodium stearyl sulfosuccinamate, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl caprylate, Hydrated silica, Polysorbate 80, Parfum, Adenosine, Aloe barbadensis leaf water, Morus alba bark extract, Lilium candidum flower extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Saussurea involucrata extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Freesia alba flower extract, Bellis perennis flower extract, Leontopodium alpinum flower extract, Panax ginseng root extract
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| Match | — | 64% | 63% | 62% |
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Arbutin - Commentatymdedge.com
- 2TOPICAL TREATMENT OF MELASMAncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Morus alba L. nature's functional tonicsciencedirect.com
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