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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing9 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“More oil drops equals more soothing relief.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, squalane.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 strong irritants: Arnica montana flower extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract + 10 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~23–34%
- 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 triglycerideCannabis sativa seed oil~4.4–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Cannabis sativa seed oilCannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
CBD. Can bind to skin cell receptors and can reduce inflammation, itching, and help support skin barrier function
More about Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabisAloe barbadensis leaf extract~3.5–5.2%
- 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 extractArnica montana flower extract~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractSqualane~1.3–1.9%
- 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 SqualaneArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilOenothera biennis oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilHippophae rhamnoides seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilParaffinum liquidum~0.4–0.9%
- 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 liquidumParfum~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeBenzyl salicylate~0.15–0.55%
Citronellol~0.1–0.4%
Coumarin~0.1–0.3%
Geraniol~0.05–0.3%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Arnica montana flower extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Squalane, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Hippophae rhamnoides seed oil, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Paraffinum liquidum, Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Benzyl salicylate, Citronellol, Coumarin, Geraniol, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool
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| GigiMulti-Complex Premium Hemp OilYOUR PRODUCT | CBIINourishing CBD Face Oil | Naturally G4UBe Well CBD Illuminating Facial Oil | Paula's choiceCBD Skin Transformative Treatment Milk Full Size | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 76% | 71% | 70% |
| Price | $28.00 | $40.40+$12.40 | $24.99−$3.01 | $33.60+$5.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Apricot Kernel Oil | Sunflower Seed Oil | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Gigi - Multi-Complex Premium Hemp Oil" can work well for skin moisturization. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Gigi - Multi-Complex Premium Hemp Oil ticks this box. Aloe barbadensis leaf extract 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). Cannabis sativa seed oil, carthamus tinctorius seed oil, oenothera biennis oil, caprylic/capric triglyceride and squalane 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
- We are excited that this moisturizer contains Cannabidiol, or CBD (4.20% - 6.30%). CBD is a new active in cosmetic products, and the studies on its effect in skin are still going on. CBD is one of the compouns in the cannabis plant. It does not have any psychotropic effects. When used topically, CBD can bind to skin cell receptors and "change their behaviour". It can help reduce inflammation, itching, and help support skin barrier function. It also might be able to reduce acne.
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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) as a Resource for Green Cosmeticstandfonline.com
- 3Effects of Topical Arnica Gel on Post-Laser Treatment Bruisesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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