FaceTory

FaceTory Calming Glow Weightless Facial Oil with Oats and Squalane

Name: FaceTory - Calming Glow Weightless Facial Oil with Oats and Squalane
Brand: FaceTory

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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Moisturizing

21 ingredients credited for this claim

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What the product description says

“This calming facial oil will give your skin that long lasting glow while giving the necessary hydration your skin needs for the day!”

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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: arginine, betaine.

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: arginine, caprylic/capric triglyceride.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: avena sativa kernel extract, ceramide ng, panthenol

ArginineKey active· Humectant, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin~0.15–0.55%

Avena sativa kernel extractHero· EmollientEffect: HighAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties~4.1–6.2%

BetaineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~0.3–0.75%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~1.6–2.4%

Ceramide ngHero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin~0.3–0.75%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~2.6–3.9%

Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.3–0.7%

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.35–0.8%

SqualaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn 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.~4.7–7%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.35–0.85%

Polyglyceryl-6 stearateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.95%

Cetyl palmitateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability~0.2–0.75%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.2–0.75%

Linum usitatissimum seed oilEffect: Low~0.45–1%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.95–1.4%

Scutellaria baicalensis root extract· HumectantEffect: LowA 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~0.15–0.6%

Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.4–0.95%

Oryza sativa bran waterEffect: LowMight be somewhat helpful for attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~22–33%

Avena sativa kernel oilUnder-dosedEffect: HighAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties~0.6–1.35%

Centella asiatica extractUnder-dosedEffect: HighA 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.~0.35–0.8%

Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan 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~0.15–0.7%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

4 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract + 2 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 15 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.55%est.

Chamomilla recutita flower extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.6%est.

Scutellaria baicalensis root extractA 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 propertiesHigh~0.15–0.6%est.

Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extractPlant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smellHigh~0.15–0.65%est.

Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilAn essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

Citrus aurantium bergamia leaf oil—High~0.1–0.3%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~1.6–2.4%est.

Centella asiatica extractA 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.Medium~0.35–0.8%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.15–0.65%est.

Sorbitan palmitateHelps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.15–0.65%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.2–0.75%est.

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicalsMedium~0.15–0.65%est.

Caprylhydroxamic acidA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.6%est.

Polyglyceryl-6 behenateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.15–0.65%est.

Polygonum cuspidatum root extractA plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the productMedium~0.15–0.5%est.

Comedogenic

1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

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These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~0.35–0.85%est.

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Oryza sativa bran water~22–33%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Might be somewhat helpful for attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Avena sativa kernel extract~4.1–6.2%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces rednessAnti-oxidation

An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties

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Squalane~4.7–7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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.

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Propanediol~3.3–5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Glycerin~2.6–3.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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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Dimethyl sulfone~1.8–2.7%

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Irritation risk: Low

Helps dissolve other ingredients

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.6–2.4%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Water~1.1–1.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Butylene glycol~0.95–1.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Avena sativa kernel oil~0.6–1.35%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties

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Linum usitatissimum seed oil~0.45–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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Centella asiatica extract~0.35–0.8%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Reduces rednessReduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingAnti-oxidationAnti-blemish

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.

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Glycine max oil~0.4–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Panthenol~0.35–0.8%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Betaine~0.3–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Polyglyceryl-6 stearate~0.4–0.95%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Glyceryl stearate~0.4–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Corylus avellana seed oil~0.3–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cetearyl alcohol~0.35–0.85%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Ceramide ng~0.3–0.75%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.3–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-oxidationAnti-agingMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-blemish

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 extract

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-blemishAnti-oxidationAntibacterial

Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating

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Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating

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Arginine~0.15–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

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.

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Cetyl palmitate~0.2–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability

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Sorbitan palmitate~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation

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Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Scutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationMoisturizing

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 extract

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Evens skin toneAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationReduces rednessAntibacterial

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

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Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Plant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smell

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Polyglyceryl-6 behenate~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps oil and water mix together

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Carbomer~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Pulsatilla koreana extract~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Sorbitan olivate~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Xanthan gum~0.15–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Usnea barbata extract~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Polygonum cuspidatum root extract~0.15–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product

More about Polygonum cuspidatum root extract

Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Antibacterial

An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties

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Citrus aurantium bergamia leaf oil~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

More about Citrus aurantium bergamia leaf oil

Cedrus atlantica bark oil~0.1–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ingredient list view

Oryza sativa bran water, Avena sativa kernel extract, Squalane, Propanediol, Glycerin, Dimethyl sulfone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Water, Butylene glycol, Avena sativa kernel oil, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Centella asiatica extract, Glycine max oil, Panthenol, Betaine, Polyglyceryl-6 stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Corylus avellana seed oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Ceramide ng, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Arginine, Tocopheryl acetate, Cetyl palmitate, Sorbitan palmitate, Caprylyl glycol, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, Polyglyceryl-6 behenate, Carbomer, Pulsatilla koreana extract, Sorbitan olivate, Xanthan gum, Usnea barbata extract, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia leaf oil, Cedrus atlantica bark oil

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Product summary

Judging from the ingredient list, "FaceTory - Calming Glow Weightless Facial Oil with Oats and Squalane" works well for improving skin hydration As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Panthenol, arginine, betaine, glycerin and butylene glycol 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). Avena sativa kernel extract, ceramide ng, arginine, caprylic/capric triglyceride and helianthus annuus seed oil 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

As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide ng 0.30% - 0.75%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 0.35% - 0.80%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: avena sativa kernel oil

Irritation risk

This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. 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.