Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Methyl gluceth-20 + 5 moreWorks
“Vitamins A and C work to both soften and firm, as natural prebiotics help to balance and hydrate for a healthy glow.Elemis Superfood Kefir-Tea Mist is suitable for all skin types and is unisex.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, methyl gluceth-20.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinAloe barbadensis leaf juice~3.5–5.3%
- 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 juicePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolysorbate 20~2–3%
Methyl gluceth-20~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Disodium edta~0.5–1%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Saponins~1.2–1.7%
Cocos nucifera water~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Cocos nucifera waterAlpha-glucan oligosaccharide~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharideSodium dehydroacetate~0.3–0.6%
Parfum~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilAmyris balsamifera bark oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cymbopogon martini oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilGeraniol~0.15–0.6%
Linalool~0.15–0.55%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilAspalathus linearis leaf extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plant extract that might have help to neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is skin is lacking
More about Aspalathus linearis leaf extractButylene glycol~0.1–0.45%
- 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 glycolDaucus carota sativa seed oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.2%
Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking
More about Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractCitric acid~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Methyl gluceth-20, Disodium edta, Chlorphenesin, Saponins, Cocos nucifera water, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Sodium dehydroacetate, Parfum, Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Amyris balsamifera bark oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Geraniol, Linalool, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Aspalathus linearis leaf extract, Butylene glycol, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Sodium hydroxide, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, 1,2-hexanediol, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| ELEMISSuperfood Kefir-Tea MistYOUR PRODUCT | Elizabeth ArdenEight Hour Miracle Hydrating Mist | Comfort ZoneRemedy Toner | ZelensZ Balance Prebiotic & Probiotic Facial Mist | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 42% | 41% |
| Price | $34.00 | $28.11−$5.89 | $40.82+$6.82 | $40.39+$6.39 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | — | Anhydroxylitol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"ELEMIS - Superfood Kefir-Tea Mist" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 3.90% - 5.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 68.06A$ in Australia, from 33.00$ up to 38.00$ in the United States and from 26.00£ up to 205.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Occupational contact dermatitis due to essential oilsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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