CosMedix Lumi Crystal

CosMedix Lumi Crystal

Efficacy87/100IrritancyMedium

Works for

Moisturizing
Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Ceramide np + 6 more
Works well
What the product description says
“Formulated with a 90% pure liquid crystal base and a plumping peptide, this indulgent Liquid Crystal Lip Hydrator delivers a burst of hydration to dry, dull lips, sealing in long-lasting moisture with a high-shine finish.”
Source: Skinstore

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: oryza sativa bran oil, caprylyl glycol.

Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, palmitoyl tripeptide-38

Palmitoyl tripeptide-38HeroEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~1.2–1.8%
Ceramide npHero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.1–0.45%
Oryza sativa bran oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties~0.2–0.8%
Moringa oleifera seed extractKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect~0.15–0.7%
Sorbitol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~1.5–2.3%
Cetearyl ethylhexanoate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin~1.1–1.6%
Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.85–1.25%
Portulaca pilosa extractEffect: Low~0.05–0.25%
Anti-aging
Palmitoyl tripeptide-38
May help
What the product description says
“Unlike a basic balm or gloss, this prismatic iridescent lip topper also helps soften and plump the look of fine lines and wrinkles.”
Source: Skinstore

This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-38. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.

Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~1.2–1.8%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
2 strong irritants: Parfum, Aroma
Medium risk
We flagged 8 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~3.2–4.8%est.
AromaAn unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredientsHigh~2.6–3.9%est.
Eclipta prostrata extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.85%est.
Melia azadirachta leaf extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.8%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.85–1.25%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.4–1%est.
Moringa oleifera seed extractHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effectMedium~0.15–0.7%est.
Portulaca pilosa extract—Medium~0.05–0.25%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged

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Ingredients

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Cholesteryl oleyl carbonate~22–33%
Formula
Cholesteryl nonanoate~3.8–5.8%
Formula
Cholesteryl stearate~2.9–4.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Parfum~3.2–4.8%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Aroma~2.6–3.9%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredients

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Water~2–2.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Sorbitol~1.5–2.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Palmitoyl tripeptide-38~1.2–1.8%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-38
Cetearyl ethylhexanoate~1.1–1.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Caprylyl glycol~0.85–1.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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1,2-hexanediol~0.4–1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Eclipta prostrata extract~0.35–0.85%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating

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Phenyl t-butylnitrone~0.3–0.7%
Formula
Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.2–0.8%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
AntibacterialAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

More about Melia azadirachta leaf extract
Moringa oleifera seed extract~0.15–0.7%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect

More about Moringa oleifera seed extract
Oryza sativa bran oil~0.2–0.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties

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Zea mays silk extract~0.15–0.55%
Formula
Sucrose cocoate~0.15–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Sorbitan isostearate~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

More about Sorbitan isostearate
Tropolone~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Tropolone
Ceramide np~0.1–0.45%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritation

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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Brassica alba sprout extract~0.05–0.25%
Formula
Portulaca pilosa extract~0.05–0.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation
More about Portulaca pilosa extract
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

More about Sodium benzoate
Ingredient list view

Cholesteryl oleyl carbonate, Cholesteryl nonanoate, Cholesteryl stearate, Parfum, Aroma, Water, Sorbitol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Eclipta prostrata extract, Phenyl t-butylnitrone, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Moringa oleifera seed extract, Oryza sativa bran oil, Zea mays silk extract, Sucrose cocoate, Sorbitan isostearate, Tropolone, Ceramide np, Brassica alba sprout extract, Portulaca pilosa extract, Sodium benzoate

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Product summary

"CosMedix - Lumi Crystal" is effective for: Moisturizing

This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

  • Ceramides (ceramide np 0.10% - 0.45%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
  • Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-38 1.20% - 1.80%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "CosMedix" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.

Price

The product retails for 35.00$ in the United States and for 25.20£ in the United Kingdom.

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