Emma Hardie Amazing Face Moisture Boost Vit+C Cream
Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Emma Hardie - Amazing Face Moisture Boost Vit+C Cream" works well for improving skin hydration This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Biosaccharide gum-1 and glycerin in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Pentapeptide-34 trifluoroacetate, oenothera biennis oil, sesamum indicum seed oil, vitis vinifera seed oil and caprylic/capric triglyceride in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We love that this moisturizer contains a good concentration of niacinamide 2.40% - 2.90%. Niacinamide is a perfect active in a moistruizer because it helps calm down inflamation in skin and support the skin barrier. More than that, it is helpful for most common skin concerns: it helps regulat oil production, help reduce acne and clogged pores, improve skin tone and prevent pigmentation marks. It also helps fight photodamage.
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (peptide q10 0.15% - 0.30%). There are many different kind of peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of amino-acids. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective peptides in skincare are, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.
Price
The product retails for 40.55£ in the United Kingdom.
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Benefits
Promise: Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Reduces visible signs of ageing .
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: ascorbyl glucoside, pentapeptide-34 trifluoroacetate.
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.
| Ingredient | Effectiveness | Concentration | Irritancy |
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| niacinamide | HIGH |  |  |
| ascorbyl glucoside | MEDIUM | | |
| pentapeptide-34 trifluoroacetate | MEDIUM | | |
Promise: Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
This pure blend of Vitamin B3 and time-released Vitamin C reduces the appearance of dark spots and areas of high colour.
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: ascorbyl glucoside.
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.
| Ingredient | Effectiveness | Concentration | Irritancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| niacinamide | HIGH | | |
| ascorbyl glucoside | MEDIUM | | |
Promise: Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Amazing Face Moisture Boost Vit+C Cream
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:
biosaccharide gum-1, 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, oenothera biennis oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, pentapeptide-34 trifluoroacetate
| Ingredient | Effectiveness | Concentration | Irritancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| biosaccharide gum-1 | HIGH | | |
| niacinamide | HIGH | | |
| oenothera biennis oil | HIGH | | |
Other benefit: Anti-blemish
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains niacinamide.
| Ingredient | Effectiveness | Concentration | Irritancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| niacinamide | HIGH | | |
| oenothera biennis oil | LOW | | |
| rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract | MEDIUM |  | |
Other benefit: Anti-oxidation
This product contains antioxidants (pentapeptide-34 trifluoroacetate) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - ascorbyl glucoside also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
| Ingredient | Effectiveness | Concentration | Irritancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| pentapeptide-34 trifluoroacetate | HIGH | | |
| ascorbyl glucoside | MEDIUM | | |
| palmaria palmata extract | LOW | | |
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Anti-aging | |
| Moisturizing | |
| Evens skin tone |
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Potential irritants
| Ingredient | Irritancy | Skin Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| parfum | | |
| limonene | | |
| sodium anisate | | |
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Ingredients & concentrations
- niacinamide
- ascorbyl glucoside
- Peptide Q10
- caprylic/capric triglyceride
- glycerin
- Evening primrose oil
- palmaria palmata extract
- prunus amygdalus dulcis seed
- Rosemary extract
- sesamum indicum seed oil
- vitis vinifera seed oil
- biosaccharide gum-1
- butyrospermum parkii butter
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| Ingredient | Estimated concentration |
|---|---|
| 45% - 55% | |
| Plain old water | |
| 5.4% - 6.6% | |
| 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 | |
| 4.2% - 5.2% | |
| Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin | |
| 2.6% - 3.2% | |
| A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture | |
| 2.4% - 2.9% | |
| 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 | |
| 1.9% - 2.4% | |
| Helps soften the upper layer of the skin | |
| 1.7% - 2.1% | |
| An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together | |
| 1.5% - 1.9% | |
| A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products | |
| 1.2% - 1.5% | |
| An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability | |
| 1.1% - 1.3% | |
| One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant | |
| 0.7% - 1% | |
| An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients | |
| 0.75% - 1.1% | |
| Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient | |
| 0.65% - 1% | |
| 0.55% - 0.8% | |
| 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 | |
| 0.45% - 0.65% | |
| A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat | |
| 0.45% - 0.7% | |
| A preservative | |
| 0.45% - 0.7% | |
| Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam | |
| 0.45% - 0.65% | |
| Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture | |
| 0.45% - 0.65% | |
| A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties | |
| 0.3% - 0.6% | |
| Used as a fragrance | |
| 0.25% - 0.5% | |
| A preservative | |
| 0.3% - 0.6% | |
| Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions | |
| 0.3% - 0.55% | |
| Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin | |
| 0.3% - 0.55% | |
| A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function | |
| 0.3% - 0.55% | |
| Used to create a thicker product consistency | |
| 0.3% - 0.55% | |
| A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products | |
| 0.25% - 0.5% | |
| Stabilizes the product formulation | |
| 0.3% - 0.55% | |
| Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function | |
| 0.25% - 0.5% | |
| 0.25% - 0.45% | |
| A fragrance. Can be irritating | |
| 0.25% - 0.45% | |
| Helps soften the upper layer of the skin | |
| 0.25% - 0.45% | |
| Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin | |
| 0.2% - 0.35% | |
| Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating | |
| 0.2% - 0.35% | |
| A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant | |
| 0.2% - 0.35% | |
| A fragrance. Can be irritating | |
| 0.2% - 0.35% | |
| 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 | |
| 0.15% - 0.25% | |
| Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating | |
| 0.15% - 0.25% | |
| A fragrance. Can be irritating | |
| 0.15% - 0.25% | |
| Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil | |
| 0.1% - 0.2% | |
| Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin | |
| 0.15% - 0.3% | |
| A type of peptide that works as a great moisturizer. It might also have some anti-aging effect and help neutralize free radicals in skin | |
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Sources
- Niacinamide - mechanisms of action and its topical use in dermatology
- Gehring, W. (2004). Nicotinic acid/niacinamide and the skin. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 3(2), 88–93. doi:10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00115.x
- The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health
- Stability, transdermal penetration, and cutaneous effects of ascorbic acid and its derivatives
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Protein and oil composition of sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum, L.) grown in the Gizan area of Saudi Arabia
- Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oil
- Seed oil content and fatty acid composition in East African sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) accessions evaluated over 3 years
- Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gel
- Safety Assessment of Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- Rosmarinus officinalis Extract Suppresses Propionibacterium acnes–Induced Inflammatory Responses