Erborian CC Cream - Golden

Name: Erborian - CC Cream - Golden
Brand: Erborian

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SPF 25

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WORKS FOR

Anti-aging
Anti-oxidation
Moisturizing
Sun protection
Evens skin tone
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KEY INGREDIENTS

c12-15 alkyl benzoate
centella asiatica extract
cyclomethicone
dimethicone
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
glycerin
methicone
peg-10 dimethicone
titanium dioxide
trihydroxystearin
zinc oxide
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PROMISES
FULFILLED

62 /100

IRRITANCY

HIGH

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WIMJ summary

This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.

This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.

Organic filters

Ingredient	UVB	UVA I	UVA II	Stability
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
ethylhexyl salicylate

Non-organic (mineral) filters

Ingredient	UVB	UVA I	UVA II	Stability
zinc oxide
titanium dioxide

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What does the product description say?

"It comes with broad-spectrum SPF 25 to help shield your skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays that cause dark spots and wrinkles."

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WIMJ summary

This product contains centella asiatica extract. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works. The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
centella asiatica extract	MEDIUM

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What does the product description say?

"The CC Crème's initial white pigments transform to match your skin tone when blended into the skin for a seamless shade match and a more even-looking complexion that looks like you've applied a filter."

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WIMJ summary

This product contains ingredients () that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.

The biggest effect for evening out skin tone in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).

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"CC Cream ."

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WIMJ summary

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: dimethicone, methicone.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
centella asiatica extract	HIGH
dimethicone	HIGH
glycerin	HIGH

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This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
centella asiatica extract	MEDIUM
tocopheryl acetate	LOW

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

HIGH

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
iron oxides
iron oxides

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating	26% - 31%
ethylhexyl salicylate Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen	5.7% - 7%
titanium dioxide Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin	6.3% - 7.7%
zinc oxide 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	5.3% - 6.5%
water Plain old water	3.7% - 4.5%
cyclomethicone A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer	2.9% - 3.5%
ci 77492 A colorant. Usually well-tolerated	2.3% - 2.8%
iron oxides An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499	2% - 2.4%
dipropylene glycol Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying	1.7% - 2.1%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	1.4% - 1.7%
peg-10 dimethicone A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss	1.2% - 1.4%
methyl trimethicone A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients	0.95% - 1.2%
mica Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light	1.1% - 1.3%
c12-15 alkyl benzoate Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth	0.95% - 1.2%
dimethicone 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	0.95% - 1.15%
ci 77491 A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating	0.75% - 1.15%
iron oxides An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499	0.75% - 1.15%
magnesium sulfate Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.7% - 1%
vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer A type of silicone that create a smooth product finish and can create an optical soft-focus effect on the skin. Helps to thicken the product consistency	0.65% - 0.95%
disteardimonium hectorite A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency	0.6% - 0.95%
polyester-1	0.7% - 1.05%
silica dimethyl silylate Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.65% - 1%
centella asiatica extract A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.	0.6% - 0.9%
talc Absorbs oil and moisture helping to create a dryer product finish	0.7% - 1.05%
dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture	0.55% - 0.85%
aluminum hydroxide 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)	0.65% - 0.95%
phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products	0.55% - 0.85%
trihydroxystearin Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture	0.5% - 0.8%
butylene glycol 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	0.45% - 0.65%
methicone A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduces the water loss from the skin surface	0.5% - 0.75%
palmitic acid An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it	0.55% - 0.85%
stearic acid Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient	0.6% - 0.9%
tocopheryl acetate 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.	0.5% - 0.75%
ethylhexylglycerin A preservative	0.5% - 0.75%
ci 77499 An iron oxide. Used as a colorant. Is usually well tolerated	0.45% - 0.7%
iron oxides An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499	0.45% - 0.65%
parfum An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients	0.4% - 0.6%
hexyl cinnamal A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant	0.35% - 0.65%
alpha-isomethyl ionone A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating	0.3% - 0.6%
linalool A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.3% - 0.55%
citronellol A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.3% - 0.55%
geraniol A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.25% - 0.5%
eugenol A fragrance. Is a likely irritant	0.15% - 0.25%
limonene A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat	0.15% - 0.3%
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