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MoisturizingGlycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 11 moreWorks
“Key Benefits Suitable for all skin types Intensely hydrating Rich in vitamins, minerals and omega fatty acids A prebiotic gel-cream Helps to minimise the signs of fatigue UK200031932”
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:
glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butter, TocopherolNot delivered
“These superfoods are supplemented withcamucamu, a powerful antioxidant that is rich in vitamin C, helping to brighten dull skin and smooth fine lines and texture.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“With a luscious formula of cocoa butter enriched with camu camu, a source of vitamin C, it leaves the skin feeling comfortable and replenished.Also containing banana flower extract, the moisturiser provides a cocktail of vitamins and minerals to help minimise the signs of fatigue and promote a smoother, more even skin tone.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic5 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale5 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Peg-8~5.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Glycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.2–3.9%
- 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 triglyceridePrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedDicaprylyl carbonate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateSodium polyacrylate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.5–1.8%
- 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 butterHydroxyacetophenone~1.2–1.5%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTheobroma cacao seed butter~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterParfum~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCarbomer~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerDisodium edta~0.5–0.8%
Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharideBentonite~0.5–0.8%
Chondrus crispus extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractPassiflora edulis seed oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
More about Passiflora edulis seed oilLimonene~0.35–0.65%
- 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~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilPropanediol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerLinalool~0.3–0.5%
Benzyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitronellol~0.25–0.5%
Lithothamnion calcareum extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A mineral-rich extract from red algae. Might be able to help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Lithothamnion calcareum extractSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.5%
Theobroma cacao seed extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Litsea cubeba fruit oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilCitrus aurantifolia oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Musa sapientum flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citral~0.15–0.3%
Myrciaria dubia fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Myrciaria dubia fruit extractTocopherol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolDehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Peg-8, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Sodium polyacrylate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Parfum, Carbomer, Disodium edta, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Bentonite, Chondrus crispus extract, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Propanediol, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Linalool, Benzyl alcohol, Citronellol, Lithothamnion calcareum extract, Sodium hydroxide, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Musa sapientum flower extract, Citral, Myrciaria dubia fruit extract, Tocopherol, Dehydroacetic acid, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, 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 Midnight FacialYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. BotanicalsApothecary Kale Superfood Nourishing Day Moisturiser | EISENBERGMelt-in Repairing Mask | GeltekКрем-сыворотка для век с эффектом лифтинга | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | $52.00 | $22.62−$29.38 | $100.36+$48.36 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil | Bacillus Ferment | N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"ELEMIS - Superfood Midnight Facial" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer 0.30% - 0.60% and glycerin 4.00% - 4.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 36.48£ up to 50.00£ in the United Kingdom and from 50.00$ up to 52.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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