
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
“It is thoroughly hydrated and nourished, firm and elastic, optimally protected from the destructive effect of free radicals.”
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:
biosaccharide gum-1, glycerin.
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: squalane, squalene.
“Shea and shorea butters – prevent wrinkles and skin cell degeneration, provide deep and lasting hydration, and make the skin smoother.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
This ingredient squalene might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
“Witch hazel, lemon, verbena and neroli hydrosols – soften the epidermis, cleanse the skin, and even out the skin tone.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
This product contains antioxidants (squalene) 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.
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A citrus plant essential oil (in a less concentrated format). Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower waterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneAn essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateAn essential oil used for fragrance. Can be an allergen and irritant
More about Citrus reticulata peel oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about Shorea stenoptera seed butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilA berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Myrciaria dubia fruit extractOil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractPure 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 TocopherolA phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated
More about Beta-sitosterolAn oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholA plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractSage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractA plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Equisetum arvense extractA 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.
More about Centella asiatica extractAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA powder from red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus powderHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumUsed 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)
More about Salicylic acidCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHamamelis virginiana leaf water, Lippia citriodora leaf water, Citrus aurantium amara flower water, Citrus limon peel water, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Propanediol, Unknown, Glyceryl stearate, Squalane, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Trehalose, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Water, Citrus reticulata peel oil, Shorea stenoptera seed butter, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glycerin, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Malpighia emarginata fruit extract, Paullinia cupana fruit extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract, Myrciaria dubia fruit extract, Rosa damascena extract, Tocopherol, Beta-sitosterol, Squalene, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Benzyl alcohol, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Equisetum arvense extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Centella asiatica extract, Pinus sylvestris bud extract, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Parfum, Chondrus crispus powder, Sodium phytate, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sodium levulinate, Sodium anisate, Glyceryl caprylate, Xanthan gum, Salicylic acid, Sorbic acid, Alcohol, Citric acid, Linalool, Limonene, Citral, Geraniol
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