Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid ~0.45–1.1%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“Rainforest Rescue Blemish Serum”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationSalicylic acid ~0.45–1.1%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“Key ingredients , Willow Bark a natural source of salicylic acid, helps to boost cell turnover and exfoliate without irritation, for a smooth and healthy looking complexion.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Copaifera officinalis resin, Parfum + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Distarch phosphate~5.9–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salix alba bark extract~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractGlycerin~2.8–4.2%
- 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 GlycerinCopaifera officinalis resin~2.1–3.2%
Sodium stearoyl glutamate~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderEuterpe oleracea fruit oil~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit oilCarapa guaianensis seed oil~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that contains limonoids. Might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be irritating
More about Carapa guaianensis seed oilAcacia senegal gum~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumSalicylic acid~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidXanthan gum~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLevulinic acid~0.35–0.8%
Sodium dehydroacetate~0.3–0.6%
Parfum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium levulinate~0.15–0.6%
Sodium gluconate~0.1–0.45%
Linalool~0.1–0.3%
Citral~0.05–0.25%
Eugenol~0.05–0.15%
Benzyl benzoate~0.05–0.15%
- 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 benzoateIngredient list view
Water, Distarch phosphate, Salix alba bark extract, Glycerin, Copaifera officinalis resin, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Euterpe oleracea fruit oil, Carapa guaianensis seed oil, Acacia senegal gum, Salicylic acid, Xanthan gum, Levulinic acid, Sodium dehydroacetate, Parfum, Sodium levulinate, Sodium gluconate, Linalool, Citral, Eugenol, Benzyl benzoate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| EvolveRainforest Rescue Blemish SerumYOUR PRODUCT | AdaptologyTime Warp Anti-Ageing Serum | GLAMGLOWSUPERSERUM 6-Acid Refining Treatment Serum | 111SKIN3 Phase Anti Blemish Booster | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 97% | 97% | 97% |
| Price | $36.00 | — | $54.87+$18.87 | $110.50+$74.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Lactic Acid | Colloidal Sulfur |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: PSA Skin Liquid Clarity BHA and Bakuchiol Blemish Recovery BoosterLiving Nature Active Brightening Serum
Product summary
"Evolve - Rainforest Rescue Blemish Serum" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Salicylic acid (0.45% - 1.10%). This is an oil-soluble exfoliating acid. Because of this property, it can work inside pores and help reduce the congestion. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is used to treat acne. Because it is a quite strong exfoliator, be careful with using this product too often: it could result in over-exfoliation.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.80% - 4.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Evolve" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 21.67£ in the United Kingdom and from 9.00£ up to 23.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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