Darphin Essential Oil Elixirs The Revitalizing Oil
Works for
MoisturizingPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil + 4 moreWorks
“Darphin, Essential Oil Elixirs A nourishing, moisturising oil composed of precious Plant oils, Essential oils, and Aromatic extracts to protect the skin's natural barrier, keeping it hydrated, and also protecting hair by preventing breakage and restoring shine.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: simmondsia chinensis seed oil, squalane.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Arnica montana extract, Cananga odorata flower oil + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilArnica montana extract~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilHelianthus annuus extract~3.6–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus extractPolysorbate 60~2.3–3.5%
Oenothera biennis extract~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Argania spinosa extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cananga odorata flower oil~1.1–1.7%
Sand~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and suppport the delivery of other ingredients
More about SandSqualane~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An 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 SqualaneCalophyllum inophyllum seed oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rubus idaeus extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Rubus idaeus extractRosa canina fruit oil~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilRosa damascena extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil 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 extractLavandula angustifolia extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractIndene~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Jasminum officinale extract~0.2–0.75%
Triticum vulgare germ oil~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilHordeum vulgare extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten
More about Hordeum vulgare extractLac~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps form a film on the surface of the skin and disperse other ingredients (like colorants) in cosmetics. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by parasite insects living on trees
More about LacTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateWater~0.1–0.5%
Citronellol~0.1–0.35%
Geraniol~0.05–0.3%
Benzyl salicylate~0.05–0.3%
Farnesol~0.05–0.25%
Linalool~0.05–0.15%
Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Unknown, Arnica montana extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Helianthus annuus extract, Polysorbate 60, Oenothera biennis extract, Argania spinosa extract, Cananga odorata flower oil, Sand, Squalane, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Rubus idaeus extract, Rosa canina fruit oil, Rosa damascena extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Indene, Jasminum officinale extract, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Hordeum vulgare extract, Lac, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Water, Citronellol, Geraniol, Benzyl salicylate, Farnesol, Linalool, Citrus aurantifolia oil
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| DarphinEssential Oil Elixirs The Revitalizing OilYOUR PRODUCT | HONEYFace Oil | Keys SoulcareDeeply Replenishing Squalane Facial Oil | IzéHydrating Face Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | — | $13.21 | $20.34 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil | Glycerin | Cbd |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Darphin - Essential Oil Elixirs The Revitalizing Oil" can work well for skin moisturization.
Ingredient callouts
- We love that there is also Linoleic Acid in this moisturizer (0.55% - 1.30%). Linoleic Acid is one of the skin's natural emollients. It supports the skin barrier and can even help reduce clogged pores.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 29.20£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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