Forest Essentials Kumkumadi Night Cream
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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingCeramide np, Triticum vulgare germ oil + 19 moreStrong evidence
“Kumkumadi Night Cream”
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: cocos nucifera oil, dimethiconol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Squalene, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract + 9 moreModerate evidence
This product contains antioxidants (squalene) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy14 strong irritants: Parfum, Rosa damascena flower water + 12 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic7 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale7 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Isopropyl myristate~5.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateGlyceryl stearate~3.7–4.6%
- 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 stearateCyclopentasiloxane~3.1–3.8%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxaneTriticum vulgare germ extract~2.4–2.9%
- 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 extractTriticum vulgare germ oil~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilSesamum indicum seed oil~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilSqualene~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneButter~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-100 stearate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateParfum~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumRosa damascena flower water~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterCetearyl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 alcoholPalmitic acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateTocopherol~0.3–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolRosa 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 extractCitrus reticulata peel extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A likely irritant. Might have some anti-oxidant activity, but is mostly used as a fragrance in cosmetic products
More about Citrus reticulata peel extractRosa damascena extract~0.2–0.35%
- 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~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
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 extractMesua ferrea flower 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~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDimethiconol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 DimethiconolGlycerin~0.2–0.4%
- 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 GlycerinAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerDisodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Lac~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps form a film on the surface of the skin and disperse other ingredients (like colorants) in cosmetics. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by parasite insects living on trees
More about LacPiper nigrum seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPrunus cerasus fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Prunus cerasus fruit extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.2–0.4%
- 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 juiceButyrospermum parkii butter~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCoriandrum sativum fruit oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Coriandrum sativum fruit oilCeramide np~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide npRosa damascena flower extract~0.2–0.4%
Crocus sativus flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa 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 extractRubia cordifolia root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa 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 extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.2–0.35%
- 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 extractPterocarpus santalinus wood extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Shellac~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa 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 extractBerberis aristata root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa 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 extractVetiveria zizanioides root extract acetylated~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa damascena flower extract~0.2–0.4%
Nymphaea stellata flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Barm extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ficus benghalensis bark/bud extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ficus lacor bark extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa damascena flower extract~0.2–0.4%
Nelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.2–0.35%
Rosa 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 extractAegle marmelos fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oroxylum indicum root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gmelina arborea root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stereospermum suaveolens root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Desmodium gangeticum root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa damascena extract~0.2–0.35%
- 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 extractTribulus terrestris fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Solanum indicum root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Crocus sativus stigma extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Solanum xanthocarpum extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocos nucifera oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilCi 19140~0.25–0.4%
Ci 17200~0.25–0.4%
Ci 42090~0.2–0.4%
Ci 14700~0.2–0.4%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeButylphenyl methylpropional~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalCitronellol~0.1–0.25%
Eugenol~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Isopropyl myristate, Glyceryl stearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Triticum vulgare germ extract, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Squalene, Butter, Peg-100 stearate, Parfum, Rosa damascena flower water, Cetearyl alcohol, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Tocopherol, Rosa damascena extract, Citrus reticulata peel extract, Rosa damascena extract, Hemidesmus indicus root extract, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosa damascena extract, Mesua ferrea flower extract, Rosa damascena extract, Curcuma aromatica root water, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Disodium edta, Lac, Unknown, Piper nigrum seed oil, Hexylene glycol, Prunus cerasus fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Unknown, Coriandrum sativum fruit oil, Ceramide np, Rosa damascena flower extract, Crocus sativus flower extract, Rosa damascena extract, Rubia cordifolia root extract, Oryza sativa, Rosa damascena extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Pterocarpus santalinus wood extract, Shellac, Rosa damascena extract, Berberis aristata root extract, Rosa damascena extract, Vetiveria zizanioides root extract acetylated, Rosa damascena flower extract, Nymphaea stellata flower extract, Barm extract, Ficus benghalensis bark/bud extract, Ficus lacor bark extract, Rosa damascena flower extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Rosa damascena extract, Aegle marmelos fruit extract, Oroxylum indicum root extract, Gmelina arborea root extract, Stereospermum suaveolens root extract, Desmodium gangeticum root extract, Rosa damascena extract, Tribulus terrestris fruit extract, Solanum indicum root extract, Crocus sativus stigma extract, Solanum xanthocarpum extract, Cocos nucifera oil, Unknown, Ci 19140, Ci 17200, Ci 42090, Ci 14700, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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| Forest EssentialsKumkumadi Night CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Elizabeth ArdenHyaluronic Acid + Peptides Ceramide Hydra-Plumping Water Cream | QMS MedicosmeticsAdvanced Pearl Protein Day and Night Cream | COSRXMoisture Power Enriched Cream | |
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| Match | — | 56% | 56% | 55% |
| Price | $28.42 | $82.10+$53.68 | $305.56+$277.14 | $10.05−$18.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 6 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Forest Essentials - Kumkumadi Night Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. 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. Humectants in this product (glycerin and caprylyl glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide np, isopropyl myristate, sesamum indicum seed oil, triticum vulgare germ oil and cocos nucifera oil) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains ceramides (ceramide np 0.25% - 0.45%). 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.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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 82.12A$ in Australia, for 49.49$ in the United States and from 21.25£ up to 60.82£ 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 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Wheat in skin caremdedge.com
- 2
- 3Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5
- 6Squalene and its potential clinical useseuropepmc.org
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