Dr. Ceuracle

Dr. Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Gel Cream Mini 15ml

Name: Dr. Ceuracle - Vegan Kombucha Tea Gel Cream Mini 15ml
Brand: Dr. Ceuracle

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

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Moisturizing

13 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“Dr. Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Gel Cream Mini is a water-like gel texture cream that helps to refresh the skin Fast-absorbing formula that is long-lasting hydration on the deeper layers Provides an enhanced complexion, softer, smoother and more balanced skin Great for all skin types.”

Source: Lila Beauty

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: fructooligosaccharides, 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: helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables, dicaprylyl ether.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide

NiacinamideHeroEffect: HighIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production~1.1–1.6%

Beta-glucanKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.15–0.55%

FructooligosaccharidesKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.6%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~3.4–5.1%

Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin~0.1–0.45%

Laminaria japonica extractKey activeEffect: HighSeaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties~0.55–1.3%

Saccharomyces ferment filtrateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~4.3–6.5%

Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiablesKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.2–0.8%

Polyquaternium-51Effect: LowAn emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin~0.35–0.8%

Dextrin· HumectantEffect: LowA sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.55%

Dicaprylyl ether· EmollientEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients~1.7–2.5%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.1–0.35%

Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: LowCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~3.7–5.5%

Evens skin tone

Not advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide

Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.

NiacinamideKey activeEffect: HighIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production~1.1–1.6%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.

Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.

Beta-glucanEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.15–0.55%

Anti-blemish

Not advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · 7 ingredients credited for this claim

Moderate support

This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) 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.

Camellia sinensis leaf extractKey activeEffect: MediumCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~3.7–5.5%

Camellia sinensis leaf waterEffect: LowGreen tea leaf water. Might have some minimal anti-oxidant effect~22–33%

Schisandra chinensis fruit extractEffect: LowA berry extract that might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin~0.35–0.85%

Arctium lappa root extractEffect: LowPlant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating~0.4–1%

Eclipta prostrata leaf extractEffect: LowA plant extract that is mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.45–1.1%

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilEffect: Low, below effective doseA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin~0.35–0.8%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

2 strong irritants: Eclipta prostrata leaf extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil

Medium risk

We flagged 8 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Eclipta prostrata leaf extractA plant extract that is mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effectHigh~0.45–1.1%est.

Arctium lappa root extractPlant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.4–1%est.

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skinHigh~0.35–0.8%est.

MethylpropanediolHelps dissolve other ingredients in a formulationMedium~2.7–4%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.55–1.3%est.

Schisandra chinensis fruit extractA berry extract that might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skinMedium~0.35–0.85%est.

HydroxyacetophenoneUsed to increase effectiveness of preservativesMedium~0.1–0.35%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.3%est.

Comedogenic

2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

2 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Laminaria japonica extractSeaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties3/5~0.55–1.3%est.

Theobroma cacao seed extract—3/5~0.35–0.85%est.

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Camellia sinensis leaf water~22–33%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Anti-oxidation

Green tea leaf water. Might have some minimal anti-oxidant effect

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Camellia sinensis leaf extract~3.7–5.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-agingAnti-blemishMoisturizingEvens skin tone

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

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Saccharomyces ferment filtrate~4.3–6.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Glycerin~3.4–5.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

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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Methylpropanediol~2.7–4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps dissolve other ingredients in a formulation

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Water~2–3%

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Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Dicaprylyl ether~1.7–2.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients

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Glycereth-26~1.3–2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps create a thicker product consistency

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Niacinamide~1.1–1.6%

Hero · Moisturizing, Anti-blemish

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneMoisturizingAnti-blemishReduces irritationAntibacterialReduces rednessAnti-inflammatory

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

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1,2-hexanediol~0.55–1.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Laminaria japonica extract~0.55–1.3%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties

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Eclipta prostrata leaf extract~0.45–1.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that is mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Arctium lappa root extract~0.4–1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating

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Phellinus linteus extract~0.4–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Theobroma cacao seed extract~0.35–0.85%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

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Schisandra chinensis fruit extract~0.35–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A berry extract that might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.35–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.

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Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-oxidation

A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin

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Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.3–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions

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Carbomer~0.2–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Tromethamine~0.15–0.7%

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Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Polyquaternium-51~0.35–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin

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Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables~0.2–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Fructooligosaccharides~0.15–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Xanthan gum~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Beta-glucan~0.15–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-agingAnti-blemishAnti-oxidation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Dextrin~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin

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Butylene glycol~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Hydroxyacetophenone~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Ingredient list view

Camellia sinensis leaf water, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Saccharomyces ferment filtrate, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Water, Dicaprylyl ether, Glycereth-26, Niacinamide, 1,2-hexanediol, Laminaria japonica extract, Eclipta prostrata leaf extract, Arctium lappa root extract, Phellinus linteus extract, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Schisandra chinensis fruit extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Polyquaternium-51, Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables, Fructooligosaccharides, Xanthan gum, Beta-glucan, Dextrin, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Butylene glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin

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Product summary

Based on the ingredients included, "Dr. Ceuracle - Vegan Kombucha Tea Gel Cream Mini Australia - Korean Beauty Skincare" works well for moisturizing the skin. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Dr. Ceuracle - Vegan Kombucha Tea Gel Cream Mini Australia - Korean Beauty Skincare ticks this box. Humectants in this product (fructooligosaccharides, glycerin, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, saccharomyces ferment filtrate and butylene glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables and dicaprylyl ether) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.

Irritation risk

There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. 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.