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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
A potent serum that helps soothe and restore moisture.
beta-glucan
2% -
2.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
chondrus crispus extract
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
glycerin
2.5% -
3.1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
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Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Celebrate the magic of Spring with 3 for 2 on selected lines.
beta-glucan
2% -
2.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
6.5% -
7.9%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
gluconolactone
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
62/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 3
Potential irritants
parfum
0.25% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
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Comodogenic ingredients
triticum vulgare germ oil
3.3% -
4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
chlorella vulgaris extract
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
beta-glucan
2% -
2.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces irritation,
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Anti-blemish
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
allantoin
0.3% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Moisturizing,
Reduces irritation,
Reduces redness,
Anti-blemish,
Exfoliation
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
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Potential irritants
parfum
0.25% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
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Comodogenic ingredients
triticum vulgare germ oil
3.3% -
4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
chlorella vulgaris extract
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
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All ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
6.5% -
7.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Reduces redness,
Antibacterial,
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-aging
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
canola oil
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
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Ingredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Canola oil, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Glycerin, Beta-glucan, Rosa canina fruit oil, Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, Sorbitol, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Chitin, Sodium pca, Caprylyl glycol, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Inulin lauryl carbamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tephrosia purpurea seed extract, Sodium lactate, Parfum, Benzoic acid, Linalool, Geraniol, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Dehydroacetic acid, Gluconolactone, Cananga odorata flower oil, Glucose, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Cistus ladaniferus resin, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Sodium benzoate, Phytic acid, Chondrus crispus extract, Benzyl benzoate, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Limonene, Benzyl salicylate, Citral, Tocopherol, Calcium gluconate, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Parfum
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- Canola Oil
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