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Green People Skin Hydrating Firming Serum
Green People

Green People Skin Hydrating Firming Serum

Efficacy37/100IrritancyHigh
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Works for

Moisturizing
Glycerin, Althaea officinalis root extract + 7 more
Works
What the product description says
“Skin Hydrating Firming Serum”
From product name

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, calcium gluconate.

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: helianthus annuus seed oil, olea europaea fruit oil.

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant96.7%
Althaea officinalis root extractKey activeEffect: HighA plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation96.7%
Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function96.7%
Olea europaea fruit oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation96.7%
Chondrus crispus powderKey activeEffect: MediumA powder from red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency~1.7–2.6%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderEffect: LowTraditionally 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 skin96.7%
Caesalpinia spinosa gum· EmollientEffect: Low~3.7–5.6%
Calcium gluconate· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product~0.55–1.35%
GluconolactoneUnder-dosedA polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals~0.85–1.3%
Anti-aging
Gluconolactone ~0.85–1.3%
Under-dosed
What the product description says
“Green People, Skin A remarkable organic serum which hydrates, reduces wrinkles and doubles collagen production. . Amazing anti-ageing benefits.”
Source: Allbeauty

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

GluconolactoneUnder-dosedA polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals~0.85–1.3%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
9 strong irritants: Helichrysum stoechas extract, Aroma + 7 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 17 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Helichrysum stoechas extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Contains an essential oil that can irritate the skinHigh96.7%
Chamomilla recutita flower extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh96.7%
Althaea officinalis root extractA plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammationHigh96.7%
AromaAn unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredientsHigh~1.2–1.7%est.
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skinHigh96.7%
Pelargonium graveolens oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh96.7%
GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh96.7%
CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh96.7%
CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh96.7%
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh96.7%
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh96.7%
Caesalpinia spinosa gum—Medium~3.7–5.6%est.
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderTraditionally 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 skinMedium96.7%
Olea europaea fruit oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammationMedium96.7%
Zea mays starchUsed to thicken the product's consistencyMedium~2–3.1%est.
GluconolactoneA polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicalsMedium~0.85–1.3%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.6%est.
Comedogenic
3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
3 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Enteromorpha compressa extract—3/5~5.9–8.8%est.
Zea mays starchUsed to thicken the product's consistency3/5~2–3.1%est.
Chondrus crispus powderA powder from red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency3/5~1.7–2.6%est.
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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin96.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Enteromorpha compressa extract~5.9–8.8%
Comedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
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Caesalpinia spinosa gum~3.7–5.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing
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Helichrysum stoechas extract96.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Contains an essential oil that can irritate the skin

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder96.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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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Olea europaea fruit oil96.7%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation

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Helianthus annuus seed oil96.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
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

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Chamomilla recutita flower extract96.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatory

Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating

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Althaea officinalis root extract96.7%
Key activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation

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Xanthan gum~2.2–3.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Zea mays starch~2–3.1%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Mattifying

Used to thicken the product's consistency

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Gum
Not recognized
Chondrus crispus powder~1.7–2.6%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

A powder from red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency

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Yucca schidigera stem extract~1.2–1.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Aroma~1.2–1.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredients

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Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil96.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
AntibacterialAnti-oxidation

A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin

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Pelargonium graveolens oil96.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Gluconolactone~0.85–1.3%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Evens skin toneExfoliationMoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-blemishAnti-oxidation

A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals

More about Gluconolactone
Calcium gluconate~0.55–1.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product

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Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Geraniol96.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citral96.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Citronellol96.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Linalool96.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Linalool
Limonene96.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Enteromorpha compressa extract, Caesalpinia spinosa gum, Helichrysum stoechas extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Olea europaea fruit oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Althaea officinalis root extract, Xanthan gum, Zea mays starch, Unknown, Chondrus crispus powder, Yucca schidigera stem extract, Aroma, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Gluconolactone, Calcium gluconate, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Geraniol, Citral, Citronellol, Linalool, Limonene

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 26 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Galactomannans As Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
  3. 3
    Helichrysum italicum: from traditional use to scientific datancbi.nlm.nih.gov
  4. 4
    Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  5. 5
    Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Careonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  6. 6
    Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egyptjournals.lww.com
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