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Anti-agingNiacinamide, Adenosine + 3 moreWorks well
“A beauty balm that supports anti-aging while hiding uneven skin tone and blemishes.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, 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.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Cyclopentasiloxane + 22 moreWorks well
“Beauty Balms or BB Creams were originally developed as a perfect post-procedure cream used to treat, hydrate, prime, and camouflage the skin.”
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:
cyclomethicone, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Camellia sinensis leaf extractWorks well
“Arbutin works to erase unwanted dark spots, while caviar extract and antioxidants protect skin from inner and outer pollutants for an enhanced radiance.”
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.
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Camellia sinensis leaf extractMay help
“This triple-action formula naturally covers blemishes and uneven skin tone, and contains botanical actives to purify and calm blemish-prone or irritated skin.”
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains niacinamide.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Pinus sylvestris leaf oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide~44–54%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideWater~12–15%
Cyclopentasiloxane~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxanePhenyl trimethicone~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeMethylpropanediol~2.2–2.6%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.8–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCyclomethicone~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeGlycerin~1.6–2%
- 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 GlycerinLauryl peg-10 tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl dimethicone~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Niacinamide~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about NiacinamideDipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerPentylene glycol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolDisteardimonium hectorite~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteDiisostearyl malate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateIsoeicosane~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeSynthetic fluorphlogopite~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopiteMagnesium sulfate~0.55–0.8%
Iron oxides~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesSilica dimethyl silylate~0.5–0.8%
Acrylates/dimethicone copolymer~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen), evenly disperse pigements and create a nice product consistency
More about Acrylates/dimethicone copolymerTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneOryza sativa bran oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilVegetable oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vegetable oilCaprylyl glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolGlyceryl caprylate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateAminopropyl dimethicone~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Aminopropyl dimethiconeRhus succedanea fruit wax~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa bran wax~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polymethylsilsesquioxane~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.7%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAlumina~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaAluminum hydroxide~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideSilica~0.55–0.8%
Adenosine~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilDimethicone~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePinus sylvestris leaf oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil from pine tree. Can be irritating
More about Pinus sylvestris leaf oilCitrus aurantifolia oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilTocopherol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolCitrus limon peel oil~0.25–0.45%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilAscorbyl palmitate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateButylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 glycolCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractPortulaca oleracea extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractCynara scolymus leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be irritating
More about Cynara scolymus leaf extractAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extract1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Zinc oxide, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phenyl trimethicone, Methylpropanediol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cyclomethicone, Glycerin, Lauryl peg-10 tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl dimethicone, Niacinamide, Dipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Pentylene glycol, Disteardimonium hectorite, Diisostearyl malate, Isoeicosane, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Magnesium sulfate, Iron oxides, Silica dimethyl silylate, Acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Oryza sativa bran oil, Vegetable oil, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl caprylate, Aminopropyl dimethicone, Rhus succedanea fruit wax, Helianthus annuus seed, Oryza sativa bran wax, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl acetate, Alumina, Aluminum hydroxide, Silica, Adenosine, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Dimethicone, Sodium hyaluronate, Pinus sylvestris leaf oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Tocopherol, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Ascorbyl palmitate, Butylene glycol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Cynara scolymus leaf extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, 1,2-hexanediol
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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.
| Dr. Jart+Black Label Detox BB Beauty BalmYOUR PRODUCT | HeimishMoringa Ceramide BB Cream | Purito SEOULWonder Releaf Centella BB Cushion | LANEIGENeo Cushion Glow With Refill (15g*2) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 83% | 83% | 79% |
| Price | — | $19.24 | $17.14 | $29.85 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 14 | 8 of 14 | 6 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Centella Asiatica Extract | Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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