Farm Stay Tea Tree Biome Calming Emulsion
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing16 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Helps to increase hydration and decrease oiliness of your skin.”
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, hyaluronic acid.
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, cetearyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: madecassoside
Anti-aging4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Also helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: madecassoside.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product contains antioxidants (madecassoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Parfum + 8 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~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinCetyl ethylhexanoate~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoate1,2-hexanediol~2–3%
Dipropylene glycol~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolCetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholMelaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractButylene glycol~1.2–1.9%
- 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 glycolDimethicone~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconeMethyl hydrogenated rosinate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCetearyl olivate~0.35–0.8%
Sorbitan olivate~0.3–0.7%
Carbomer~0.2–0.7%
- 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 CarbomerTromethamine~0.15–0.65%
Parfum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateBenzophenone-5~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A UV filter. Typically used to stabilize a product formulation. Can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-5Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.5%
Adenosine~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineHydrogenated polydecene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneDisodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTrideceth-10~0.15–0.55%
Bifida ferment lysate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateLactose~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about LactoseCentella asiatica extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Centella asiatica extractCi 19140~0.1–0.35%
Phenethyl alcohol~0.1–0.4%
Milk protein~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Milk proteinCi 42090~0.1–0.35%
Panthenol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolMadecassoside~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideHexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.25%
Linalool~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitronellol~0.05–0.15%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalGeraniol~0.05–0.25%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitral~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, 1,2-hexanediol, Dipropylene glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Butylene glycol, Dimethicone, Methyl hydrogenated rosinate, Propanediol, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Parfum, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Benzophenone-5, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Hydrogenated polydecene, Disodium edta, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Trideceth-10, Bifida ferment lysate, Lactose, Centella asiatica extract, Ci 19140, Phenethyl alcohol, Milk protein, Ci 42090, Panthenol, Madecassoside, Hexyl cinnamal, Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Benzyl alcohol, Citral
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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.
| Farm StayTea Tree Biome Calming EmulsionYOUR PRODUCT | Dr.wantRed Soothing Gel | MEDI-PEELDerma Maison EGF Triple Repair Cream | TOSOWOONGCica Snail Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 60% | 59% |
| Price | $29.10 | $18.20−$10.90 | $42.93+$13.83 | $16.40−$12.70 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 9 | 9 of 9 | 7 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Farm Stay - Tea Tree Biome Calming Emulsion" works well for moisturizing the skin. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Glycerin, hyaluronic acid, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, sodium hyaluronate and lactose 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). Dimethicone, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl ethylhexanoate and hydrogenated polydecene 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
- Adenosine 0.10% - 0.40%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
- Actives derived from an extract of the Centella Asiatica plant (also known as Gotu Kola) - madecassoside 0.10% - 0.35% The Centella Asiatica Actives, even in low concentration, can help reduce inflammation in skin, strengthen the skin barrier and reduce photodamage. They can also help to decrease scarring.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive 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.
Price
The product retails for 29.10$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 31 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 5Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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