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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Our anti-aging hero ingredient, Purslane, activates the skin’s own anti-oxidant defense system, protects against free radicals and soothes the skin.
vitis vinifera seed extract
0.1% -
0.15%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.7% -
2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A 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
prunus amygdalus dulcis oil
5.4% -
6.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
An emollient that softens the skin
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Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Extracts of Magnolia and Enantia Chlorantha (African Whitewood) Bark help refine pores, reduce sebum flow and provide intense hydration.
panthenol
0.35% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
sodium hyaluronate
0.2% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.7% -
2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A 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
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Anti-oxidation
vitis vinifera seed extract
0.1% -
0.15%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.7% -
2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A 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
enantia chlorantha bark extract
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A bark extract that might help clam down inflammation and neutralize free radicals , but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
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Anti-blemish
What does the product description say?
Extracts of Magnolia and Enantia Chlorantha (African Whitewood) Bark help refine pores, reduce sebum flow and provide intense hydration.
lactobacillus/portulaca oleracea ferment extract
0.55% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Obtained from fermenting a plant extract with bacteria Lactobacillus. The resulting compound might be able to calm down inflammation and have some anti-oxidant properties, but solid evidence is missing
oleanolic acid
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
The active protecting ingredient Telovitin, delivers an additional anti-aging benefit.Key Benefits Extracts of Magnolia and Enantia Chlorantha (African Whitewood) Bark help refine the pores, reduce excess sebum and supply intensive moisture.The radiance-boosting active ingredient Lumicol helps even out skin tone and lends the complexion a fresh glow.Purslane helps activates the skin’s own anti-oxidant defense system, soothes the complexion and protects against free radical attack.The active protective ingredient Telovitin, which is based on Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, provides an additional anti-aging benefit.
lactobacillus/portulaca oleracea ferment extract
0.55% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Obtained from fermenting a plant extract with bacteria Lactobacillus. The resulting compound might be able to calm down inflammation and have some anti-oxidant properties, but solid evidence is missing
ascorbic acid
0.05% -
0.1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone | |
| Anti-blemish |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
56/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Potential irritants
cocoglycerides
1.2% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
enantia chlorantha bark extract
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory
A bark extract that might help clam down inflammation and neutralize free radicals , but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.7% -
2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A 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
cetearyl alcohol
1.5% -
1.8%
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
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
lactobacillus/portulaca oleracea ferment extract
0.55% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-blemish,
Evens skin tone,
Reduces irritation,
Reduces redness
Obtained from fermenting a plant extract with bacteria Lactobacillus. The resulting compound might be able to calm down inflammation and have some anti-oxidant properties, but solid evidence is missing
vitis vinifera seed extract
0.1% -
0.15%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-aging,
Antibacterial
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
Show more
Potential irritants
cocoglycerides
1.2% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
enantia chlorantha bark extract
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory
A bark extract that might help clam down inflammation and neutralize free radicals , but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.7% -
2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A 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
cetearyl alcohol
1.5% -
1.8%
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
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All ingredients
prunus amygdalus dulcis oil
5.4% -
6.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
An emollient that softens the skin
glycerin
3.8% -
4.7%
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
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Ingredient list view
Water, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Butylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetearyl alcohol, Cocoglycerides, Decyl oleate, Persea gratissima oil, Lactobacillus/portulaca oleracea ferment extract, Coco-caprylate, Tocopheryl acetate, Sea water, Maris aqua, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Carbomer, Maltodextrin, Xanthan gum, Enantia chlorantha bark extract, Lecithin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Teprenone, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hydroxide, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Disodium edta, Alcohol, Hydrolyzed algae extract, Pantolactone, Ascorbyl palmitate, Magnolia officinalis bark extract, Citric acid, Tocopherol, Oleanolic acid, Ascorbic acid, Vitis vinifera seed extract
Sources
- Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Therapeutic Advantages of Medicinal Herbs fermented with Lactobacillus plantarum, in Topical Application and its Activities on Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulations
- Safety Assessment of Panthenol, Pantothenic Acid, and Derivatives as Used in Cosmetics
- Anti-oxidant, Histopathology and LD50 Evaluation of Ethanol Stem Bark Extract of Enantia chlorantha in Rodents
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
- Safety Assessment of Panthenol, Pantothenic Acid, and Derivatives as Used in Cosmetics
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- Effectiveness of the formulation that containing oleanolic acid 3% on inhibition of 5-α reductase activity on skin of patients with acne
- The effect of ursolic and oleanolic acids on human skin fibroblast cells
- Safety Assessment of Vitis Vinifera (Grape)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- The Topical Effect of Grape Seed Extract 2% Cream on Surgery Wound Healing