PRODUCT REVIEW
Cheaper alternatives
What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
In clinical trials, 89% of testers said their skin felt more hydrated, 80% said their skin felt smoother and 80% said their skin looked more radiant.
sodium hyaluronate
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
kappaphycus alvarezii extract
2.3% -
2.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties
arginine
0.4% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
Show more
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
This nourishing facial serum addresses the impact of stress and targets visible signs of tiredness.
tocopherol
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Pure 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
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
37/100.
Buy now
We receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost for you. Thank you for your support! Learn more
AU Retailers
UK Retailers
Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 1
Potential irritants
passiflora edulis seed oil
0.55% -
0.85%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
benzyl alcohol
0.3% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
User reviews (0)
Similar products & dupes
 de Mamiel - First Fix Stress Serum |  Dr. Jart+ - Dermask Solution 1pc Sponsored |  Beautycounter - Countermatch Intense Moisture Serum |  Naturium - Vitamin C Super Serum Plus |  Votary - Super Seed Serum |  Paula's choice - Omega+ Complex Serum |  Melyon - Detox Serum - Hyaluronic Acid, Broccoli Extract |  Revolution - Skincare 0.3% Retinol with Vitamins & Hyaluronic Acid Serum |  skintific - 2% SALICYLIC ACID ANTI ACNE SERUM |  Living Nature - Active Brightening Serum |  Radiant Glow Botanical - Advanced Acne Serum |  Aurelia - CBD Serum + Probiotics | |
| Price | ||||||||||||
| WIMJ similarity score |
67%
|
78%
|
78%
|
76%
|
76%
|
76%
|
75%
|
75%
|
75%
|
75%
|
75%
| |
| Key ingredients | Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other: | Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other: | Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other: | Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other:
| Common: Other: | Common:
Other:
| Common: Other: | |
| Irritancy | IRRITANCY
HIGH
| IRRITANCY
HIGH
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
HIGH
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
|
| Potential Irritants |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| All ingredients |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
salicylic acid
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-blemish,
Exfoliation,
Antibacterial,
Evens skin tone
Used 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)
tocopherol
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-inflammatory
Pure 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
Show more
Potential irritants
passiflora edulis seed oil
0.55% -
0.85%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
benzyl alcohol
0.3% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
All ingredients
glycerin
4.6% -
5.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
propanediol
3.9% -
4.8%
Irritation risk:
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
Show more
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Camellia japonica seed oil, Kappaphycus alvarezii extract, Caryodendron orinocense nut oil, Ectoin, Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil, Squalane, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Diheptyl succinate, Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Punica granatum seed oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetyl phosphate, Arginine, Benzyl alcohol, Curcuma longa callus lysate, Lespedeza capitata flower/leaf/stem extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Maltodextrin, Salicylic acid, Lysolecithin, Sclerotium gum, Tocopherol, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Tephrosia purpurea seed extract, Rhodiola rosea root extract, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Hippophae rhamnoides kernel extract, Pelargonium graveolens leaf oil, Santalum album wood oil, Pullulan, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Sorbic acid, Unknown, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Citric acid, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Sodium benzoate, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Hydrolyzed yeast protein, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citral
Sources
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- The Antimicrobial and Wound Healing Potential of Opuntia ficus indica L. inermis Extracted Oil from Tunisia
- Allergic contact dermatitis due to Opuntia ficus‐indica var. saboten
- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Safety Assessment of Alkyl Phosphates as Used in Cosmetics
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
- Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive review
- Beta Hydroxy Acids
- A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparations
- Glycolic Acid Peels Versus Salicylic–Mandelic Acid Peels in Active Acne Vulgaris and Post‐Acne Scarring and Hyperpigmentation: A Comparative Study
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- Anti-Inflammatory and Neuroactive Properties of Selected Fruit Extracts
- Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gel
- Safety Assessment of Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- Rosmarinus officinalis Extract Suppresses Propionibacterium acnes–Induced Inflammatory Responses
- Extracts from Glycine max (soybean) induce elastin synthesis and inhibit elastase activity
- Dermatological and cosmeceutical benefits of Glycine max (soybean) and its active components
- Safety Assessment of Soy Peptides as Used in Cosmetics