Darphin Ideal Resource Overnight Cream by Darphin
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingGlycerin, Caprylyl glycol + 3 moreGood evidence
“Boost the skin's recovery while the body rests with the Darphin Ideal Resource Overnight Cream, a hydrating skincare cream designed to restore a brighter, firmer complexion.The Darphin Ideal Resource Overnight Cream is powered by the Line Polish Complex™, a blend of knotweed, white hibiscus and centella asiatica.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, butylene glycol.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-agingSodium salicylate, Oleanolic acidLimited evidence
“Key Benefits Free from parabens, mineral oil, phthalates and formaldehyde Helps reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles Works to remove dead skin cells Promotes cell renewal Hydrates the skin Minimises dullness and rough texture UK200011592”
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 - sodium salicylate - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNo evidence
“It helps to repair the appearance of the skin and promote a renewed skin surface by eliminating dead surface cells.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.2–4.8%
- 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 glycolAlcohol denat.~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerHamamelis virginiana leaf extract~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractSalvia officinalis oil~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Thymus vulgaris oil~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus limon peel oil~1–1.45%
Melaleuca viridiflora leaf oil~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilPeg-60 almond glycerides~0.35–0.8%
Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSodium scymnol sulfate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinOleanolic acid~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful against blemishes, work as an anti-oxidant, reduce inflammation and improve skin's ability to hold on to moisture, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness when applied topically to human skin
More about Oleanolic acidCellulose gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumSodium carbomer~0.1–0.45%
Sodium salicylate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
The salt of salicylic acid. Helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can also work to preserve cosmetic products
More about Sodium salicylateTalc~0.15–0.7%
Nordihydroguaiaretic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize the formula of product formulation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Nordihydroguaiaretic acidTetrasodium edta~0.05–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCitral~0.05–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Titanium dioxide~0.05–0.1%
- 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 dioxideIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Alcohol denat., Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Salvia officinalis oil, Thymus vulgaris oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Melaleuca viridiflora leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Peg-60 almond glycerides, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium scymnol sulfate, Lecithin, Oleanolic acid, Cellulose gum, Sodium carbomer, Sodium salicylate, Talc, Nordihydroguaiaretic acid, Tetrasodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Titanium dioxide
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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.
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