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Fountain of Truth The TRUTH Insta-Face Lift Elixir
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What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
contains antioxidants and helps moisturize skin Always made without SLS, phthalates, petrolatum, parabens, silicones, mineral oil, DEA, phosphates, artificial dyes, PEGs or synthetic fragrances.
biosaccharide gum-1
0.2% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
helianthus annuus seed wax
0.2% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
jojoba esters
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
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Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
97% of participants showed improvement in the appearance of crow's feet fine lines and wrinkles after 24 hours 100% of participants showed improvement in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles after 6 weeks of use
lactic acid
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
0.2% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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
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How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
37/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 1
Potential irritants
alcohol
0.8% -
1.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
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Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
2.3% -
2.8%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
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Ingredients & concentrations
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Key Actives
argania spinosa kernel oil
1.1% -
1.4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
caryodendron orinocense seed oil
0.55% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
A plant oil with a high content of linoleic acid that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and helps strengthen the skin barrier. It is an excellent moisturizer. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
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Potential irritants
alcohol
0.8% -
1.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
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Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
2.3% -
2.8%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
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helianthus annuus seed oil
4.7% -
5.8%
Irritation risk:
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
coco-caprylate/caprate
4% -
4.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
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Ingredient list view
Water, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol, Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, Diheptyl succinate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Alcohol, C10-18 triglycerides, Caryodendron orinocense seed oil, Lauryl laurate, Shea butter ethyl esters, Acacia decurrens flower wax, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Nigella sativa seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Salvia sclarea oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Beta vulgaris root extract, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Hydrolyzed corn starch, Lens esculenta fruit extract, Leucojum aestivum bulb extract, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Nannochloropsis oculata extract, Oryza sativa starch, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Saccharomyces/copper ferment, Saccharomyces/iron ferment, Saccharomyces/magnesium ferment, Saccharomyces/silicon ferment, Saccharomyces/zinc ferment, Spilanthes acmella flower extract, Undaria pinnatifida cell culture extract, Biosaccharide gum-1, Brassica alcohol, Cetearyl glucoside, Cetearyl olivate, Glyceryl caprylate, Jojoba esters, Lactic acid, Menthol, P-anisic acid, Polyglycerin-3, Potassium hydroxide, Pullulan, Sclerotium gum, Sodium anisate, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium lactate, Sodium levulinate, Sodium pca, Sorbitan olivate, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Citral, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Natural vegetable fats in the prevention of irritant contact dermatitis
- Chemical characterization and antioxidant activity of Amazonian (Ecuador) Caryodendron orinocense Karst. and Bactris gasipaes Kunth seed oils
- Final Report of the Safety Assessment of Acacia Catechu Gum, Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract, Acacia Dealbata Leaf Extract, Acacia Dealbata Leaf Wax, Acacia Decurrens Extract, Acacia Farnesiana Extract, Acacia Farnesiana Flower Wax, Acacia Farnesiana Gum, Acacia Senegal Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, and Acacia Senegal Gum Extract1
- Safety Assessment of Citrus-Derived Peel Oils as Used in Cosmetics
- Oxidized citrus oil (R-limonene): A frequent skin sensitizer in Europe
- Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenes
- New Claims for Wild Carrot (Daucus carota subsp. carota) Essential Oil
- Assessment report on Rosmarinus officinalis L., aetheroleum and Rosmarinus officinalis L., folium
- Screening of plant extracts for antimicrobial activity against bacteria and yeasts with dermatological relevance
- Occupational contact dermatitis due to essential oils
- The in vitro antimicrobial activity and chemometric modelling of 59 commercial essential oils against pathogens of dermatological relevance
- Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Properties of Rosemary and Sage (Rosmarinus officinalis L. and Salvia officinalis L., Lamiaceae) Essential Oils
- Chemical Composition, Plant Genetic Differences, Antimicrobial and Antifungal Activity Investigation of the Essential Oil of Rosmarinus officinalis L.
- Analyzing Lycopene Content in Fruits
- Safety Assessment of Citrus Fruit-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- Photosensitivity in children: An approach to diagnosis and management
- Safety assessment of the microalgae Nannochloropsis oculata
- Transdermal behaviour of the N-alkylamide spilanthol (affinin) from Spilanthes acmella (Compositae) extracts
- Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acid
- Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skin
- Sodium anisate
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care