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MoisturizingGlycerin, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil + 16 moreWorks
“Fourth Ray Beauty's Matcha Face Milk creamy, lightweight moisture booster to refreshen tired 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, saccharomyces/copper ferment.
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: simmondsia chinensis seed oil, squalane.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Daucus carota sativa root extract + 3 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) 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?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 5 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%
Glycerin~4.5–5.5%
- 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 GlycerinSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~4.1–5%
- 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 oilIsopropyl myristate~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateCetyl ethylhexanoate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateEthylhexyl isononanoate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product consistency
More about Ethylhexyl isononanoatePropanediol~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSqualane~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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.
More about SqualaneCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 extractOryza sativa bran oil~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilHydrolyzed egg protein~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Daucus carota sativa root extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractCitrus limon peel oil~0.5–0.75%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.4–0.6%
- 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 extractCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Prunus persica fruit extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extact. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Prunus persica fruit extractJasminum officinale flower/leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractPlumeria rubra flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice smell to the product. Can be irritating
More about Plumeria rubra flower extractRose extract~0.25–0.5%
Lavandula angustifolia extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractCoriandrum sativum fruit/leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Fucus vesiculosus extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Cupressus sempervirens leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharomyces/copper ferment~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains copper. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help in skin wound healing
More about Saccharomyces/copper fermentSaccharomyces/iron ferment~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains iron. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/iron fermentSaccharomyces/magnesium ferment~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains magnesium. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/magnesium fermentSaccharomyces/silicon ferment~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains silicon. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/silicon fermentSaccharomyces/zinc ferment~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract that contains zinc. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/zinc fermentGlycine soja seed extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
More about Glycine soja seed extractSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePhospholipids~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsTourmaline extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.5%
- 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 triglycerideXanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAcrylates/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 crosspolymerMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Hexylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSorbic acid~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCi 42090~0.1–0.15%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Isopropyl myristate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl isononanoate, Propanediol, Squalane, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Oryza sativa bran oil, Hydrolyzed egg protein, Unknown, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Unknown, Citrus limon peel oil, Unknown, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract, Prunus persica fruit extract, Jasminum officinale flower/leaf extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Plumeria rubra flower extract, Rose extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Coriandrum sativum fruit/leaf extract, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Cupressus sempervirens leaf/stem extract, Saccharomyces/copper ferment, Saccharomyces/iron ferment, Saccharomyces/magnesium ferment, Saccharomyces/silicon ferment, Saccharomyces/zinc ferment, Glycine soja seed extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Phospholipids, Tourmaline extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Xanthan gum, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Sodium hydroxide, Hexylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Sorbic acid, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 42090, Ci 19140
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Fourth Ray BeautyMatcha Face MilkYOUR PRODUCT | sjalsjäl Bio-Regeneratif Serum Active Energy Lift | The Grey MenCOMFORT+ FACE CREAM | PÜRSubmerge Overnight Detox Anti-Pollution Moisturizer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | — | — | $93.79 | $34.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 14 | 9 of 14 | 8 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 | Niacinamide | Alteromonas Ferment Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Fourth Ray Beauty - Matcha Face Milk" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.25% - 0.45%, saccharomyces/zinc ferment 0.25% - 0.40%, saccharomyces/silicon ferment 0.25% - 0.40%, saccharomyces/magnesium ferment 0.25% - 0.45%, saccharomyces/iron ferment 0.25% - 0.40%, saccharomyces/copper ferment 0.25% - 0.40% and glycerin 4.50% - 5.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gelpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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