Forest Essentials Ayurvedic Night Replenishing Cream with Sandalwood and Saffron
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing19 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Ayurvedic Night Replenishing Cream with Sandalwood and Saffron”
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, caprylyl glycol.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethiconol.
Evens skin tone1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“The luxurious formula is infused with anantmool and kokum butter to help even the skin tone and leave it touchably soft.”
This product contains ingredients (glycyrrhiza glabra root extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Rosa damascena extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilGlyceryl stearate~2.8–3.4%
- 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 stearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideIsododecane~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneCetearyl olivate~1.6–2%
Isopropyl myristate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateParfum~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSorbitan olivate~0.95–1.15%
Cetyl alcohol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPeg-4 olivate~0.6–0.9%
Cyclopentasiloxane~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneSteareth-21~0.6–0.9%
Propanediol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolTocopherol~0.5–0.7%
- 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 TocopherolCaprylyl glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.6%
Hexylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolDimethiconol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolAcrylates/acrylamide copolymer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.3–0.55%
- 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 GlycerinAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.25–0.5%
- 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 juiceDisodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Prunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilParaffinum liquidum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumButter~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Garcinia indica seed butter~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It mostly contains oleic acid which is not the most effective emollient to prevent water loss, but might have an anti-inflammatory effect
More about Garcinia indica seed butterCi 14700~0.25–0.5%
Ci 17200~0.25–0.5%
Polysorbate 85~0.3–0.55%
Rosa damascena extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractHemidesmus indicus root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica extract~0.35–0.6%
- 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 extractRosa damascena extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractMesua ferrea seed extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractAgar~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Polysaccharide derived from seaweed. Used to create a thicker product consistency and might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AgarValeriana wallichii root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Curcuma longa root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractTriticum vulgare germ extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that might have moisturizing properties. Avoid if you suffer from wheat or gluten intolerance
More about Triticum vulgare germ extractRosa damascena extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractCynodon dactylon extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Crocus sativus stigma extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa damascena extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractCurcuma aromatica root water~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Santalum album extract~0.2–0.35%
Ci 19140~0.15–0.25%
Ci 42090~0.15–0.25%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeIngredient list view
Water, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Glyceryl stearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isododecane, Cetearyl olivate, Isopropyl myristate, Parfum, Sorbitan olivate, Cetyl alcohol, Peg-4 olivate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Steareth-21, Propanediol, Tocopherol, Caprylyl glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene glycol, Dimethiconol, Acrylates/acrylamide copolymer, Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Disodium edta, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Paraffinum liquidum, Unknown, Butter, Garcinia indica seed butter, Ci 14700, Ci 17200, Polysorbate 85, Rosa damascena extract, Hemidesmus indicus root extract, Centella asiatica extract, Rosa damascena extract, Mesua ferrea seed extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Agar, Valeriana wallichii root extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Triticum vulgare germ extract, Rosa damascena extract, Cynodon dactylon extract, Crocus sativus stigma extract, Rosa damascena extract, Curcuma aromatica root water, Santalum album extract, Ci 19140, Ci 42090, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Unknown
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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.
| Forest EssentialsAyurvedic Night Replenishing Cream with Sandalwood and SaffronYOUR PRODUCT | EnvironFocus Care Moisture+ Vita-Complex Super Moisturiser | anna lotanGolden Night Cream | ADVANCED CLINICALSRetinol Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 56% | 56% |
| Price | $44.95 | $43.63−$1.32 | $68.02+$23.07 | $15.00−$29.95 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Niacinamide | Retinol |
| Irritancy | High | Low | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 4
- 5A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6TECHNICAL DATA SHEET KOKUM FAT 2.imimg.com
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