EviDenS de Beauté The Sakura Emulsion
Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingSqualane, Triethylhexanoin + 14 moreGood evidence
“It replenishes moisture to normal and oily skin types, delivering a beautiful shine-free finish.”
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, hydrolyzed collagen.
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: squalane, hydrolyzed collagen.
Anti-agingTocopherol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 1 moreModerate evidence
“Sakura flower extract boosts radiance and helps prevent premature signs of aging, while Ginkgo Biloba, known for its age-old life force, brings anti-free radical, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.”
This product contains polygonum aviculare extract. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Evens skin toneDipotassium glycyrrhizate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 1 moreWeak evidence
“The high performance formula with a smooth lightweight texture protects the skin from pollution and other external stress factors, while eliminating excess sebum to tighten pores, mattify the complexion and even out skin tone.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Polygonum aviculare extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract + 5 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (polygonum aviculare extract) 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 - ginkgo biloba leaf extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Alcohol, Benzyl benzoate + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dipropylene glycol~5.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolSqualane~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneSilica~3.1–3.8%
1,2-hexanediol~1.2–1.4%
Glycerin~1.9–2.4%
- 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 GlycerinTrehalose~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseBehenic acid~1.4–1.7%
Sorbitan stearate~1.1–1.3%
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateButylene glycol~0.5–0.8%
- 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 glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPeg-45 stearate~0.25–0.5%
Carbomer~0.2–0.4%
- 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 CarbomerGlyceryl stearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePotassium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Peg-100 stearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateXanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAlcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPpg-4-ceteth-20~0.25–0.45%
Tetrasodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Triethylhexanoin~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinGlycosyl trehalose~0.2–0.35%
Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateGinkgo biloba leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractPolygonum aviculare extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains a flavanol Juglanin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce inflammation
More about Polygonum aviculare extractHydrolyzed elastin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed collagen~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenPrunus lannesiana flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Tocopheryl acetateScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Tocopherol~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 TocopherolCitric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSoluble collagen~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenBht~0.15–0.25%
Ascorbic acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidMalic acid~0.15–0.25%
Sodium citrate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateAlgin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginBenzyl benzoate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateHexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.2%
Linalool~0.1–0.25%
Citronellol~0.1–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Dipropylene glycol, Squalane, Silica, 1,2-hexanediol, Glycerin, Trehalose, Behenic acid, Sorbitan stearate, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Butylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-45 stearate, Carbomer, Glyceryl stearate, Potassium hydroxide, Unknown, Peg-100 stearate, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Xanthan gum, Alcohol, Ppg-4-ceteth-20, Tetrasodium edta, Triethylhexanoin, Glycosyl trehalose, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Polygonum aviculare extract, Hydrolyzed elastin, Hydrolyzed collagen, Prunus lannesiana flower extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopheryl acetate, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Tocopherol, Citric acid, Soluble collagen, Bht, Ascorbic acid, Malic acid, Sodium citrate, Unknown, Algin, Benzyl benzoate, Hexyl cinnamal, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene
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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.
| EviDenS de BeautéThe Sakura EmulsionYOUR PRODUCT | Beauty PieJapanfusion™ Step M3 Urban Air Purifying Moisturiser | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% |
| Price | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Cera Alba |
| Irritancy | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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- 6Safety assessment of hydrogenated starch hydrolysatesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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