Elemental Herbology Body Moisturisers Tree of Life Multi Purpose Balm
Works for
MoisturizingLanolin, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil + 13 moreWorks well
“Body Moisturisers Tree of Life Multi Purpose Balm”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, cera alba.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, Limonene + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilOlus oil~5.6–8.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olus oilLanolin~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinArgania spinosa kernel oil~3.6–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilCandelilla cera~3–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cera alba~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaBeeswax~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilMauritia flexuosa fruit oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Mauritia flexuosa fruit oilRosa canina fruit oil~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilButyrospermum parkii butter~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.55–1.3%
- 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 triglycerideTocopherol~0.45–1.05%
- 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 TocopherolCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractHippophae rhamnoides fruit oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilLimonene~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGlyceryl caprylate~0.35–0.85%
- 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 caprylateAlaria esculenta extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a humectant helping to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be effective as an anti-oxidant.
More about Alaria esculenta extractLinalool~0.1–0.4%
Citric acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilIngredient list view
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Olus oil, Lanolin, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Candelilla cera, Cera alba, Beeswax, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Mauritia flexuosa fruit oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Tocopherol, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Limonene, Glyceryl caprylate, Alaria esculenta extract, Linalool, Citric acid, Citrus nobilis peel oil
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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.
| Elemental HerbologyBody Moisturisers Tree of Life Multi Purpose BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceLip & Body Treatment Balm | LanolipsBronze Gold 101 Ointment Balm + Tint | BeardbrandTea Tree Utility Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 49% | 48% |
| Price | — | $17.95 | $12.38 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Petrolatum | Ricinus Communis Seed Oil | Apricot Kernel Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Elemental Herbology - Body Moisturisers Tree of Life Multi Purpose Balm" works well for improving skin hydration
This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: vitamin e and rosehip oilIrritation risk
We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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