haruharu US

haruharu US Black Rice Hyaluronic Cream

Name: haruharu US - Black Rice Hyaluronic Cream
Brand: haruharu US

Efficacy41/100IrritancyHigh

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1 of 3 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing

11 ingredients credited for this claim

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What the product description says

“Black Rice Hyaluronic Cream”

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, hyaluronic acid.

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: carthamus tinctorius seed oil, oenothera biennis oil.

Oenothera biennis oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function~0.45–1.05%

Hyaluronic acidKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation~0.2–0.8%

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 humectant~2.1–3.1%

Carthamus tinctorius seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation~1.7–2.6%

Aspergillus fermentKey activeEffect: MediumAn extract from fungus (mold) that typically appears on rice. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, might help neutralize free radicals and possibly somewhat reduce hyperpigmentation~0.35–0.8%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~1.3–1.9%

Cetyl palmitateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability~0.1–0.5%

Heptyl undecylenateKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finish~0.8–1.2%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.1%

Oryza sativa extractEffect: LowA grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~1–1.5%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideUnder-dosedEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~0.55–1.25%

Anti-aging

1 ingredient credited for this claim

Limited evidence

What the product description says

“Contains 10,000ppm Black Rice Extract to help provide anti-aging and improve skin elasticity Hyaluronic Acid and Evening Primrose Oil moisturizes and repair damaged skin Improves skin texture for soft and supple skin INGREDIENTS HOW TO USE Apply an appropriate amount evenly over face, avoiding eye and lip areas. Pat gently to aid absorption.”

Source: Lila Beauty

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - hyaluronic acid - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.

Hyaluronic acidEffect: LowOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation~0.2–0.8%

Evens skin tone

1 ingredient credited for this claim

Weak evidence

What the product description says

“Helps to minimize the appearance of uneven skin tone, control p H balance, thus leaving the skin with a smooth, satin finish.”

Source: Lila Beauty

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

Aspergillus fermentEffect: LowAn extract from fungus (mold) that typically appears on rice. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, might help neutralize free radicals and possibly somewhat reduce hyperpigmentation~0.35–0.8%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

3 strong irritants: Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, Alcohol + 1 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 10 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Panax ginseng root extractA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.8%est.

Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extractPlant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smellHigh~0.15–0.5%est.

AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~0.05–0.15%est.

Lavandula angustifolia oilAn essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.01–0.05%est.

Heptyl undecylenateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finishMedium~0.8–1.2%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.55–1.25%est.

Oenothera biennis oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier functionMedium~0.45–1.05%est.

Phyllostachys pubescens shoot bark extractAn extract of bamboo shoot skins. Has anti-microbial propertiesMedium~0.35–0.85%est.

Sorbitan palmitateHelps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.05–0.3%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.2%est.

Comedogenic

1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

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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

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~1.3–1.9%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Propanediol~4.2–6.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Cetearyl olivate~3.2–4.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Sorbitan olivate~2.4–3.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Glycerin~2.1–3.1%

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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Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~1.7–2.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation

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Polyglyceryl-3 stearate~1.4–2.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Cetearyl alcohol~1.3–1.9%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Oryza sativa extract~1–1.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Heptyl undecylenate~0.8–1.2%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finish

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.55–1.25%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Oenothera biennis oil~0.45–1.05%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-blemishAnti-inflammatory

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function

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Phyllostachys pubescens shoot bark extract~0.35–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

An extract of bamboo shoot skins. Has anti-microbial properties

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Aspergillus ferment~0.35–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationEvens skin tone

An extract from fungus (mold) that typically appears on rice. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, might help neutralize free radicals and possibly somewhat reduce hyperpigmentation

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Panax ginseng root extract~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating

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Cyclodextrin~0.2–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A type of sugar that is used to support delivery of active ingredients and can enhance their penetration into the skin without disrupting the skin's barrier

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Hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation

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Pulsatilla koreana extract~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract~0.15–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Plant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smell

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Usnea barbata extract~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cetyl palmitate~0.1–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability

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Sodium phytate~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize product formulations

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Sorbitan palmitate~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation

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1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Alcohol~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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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Butylene glycol~0.05–0.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.01–0.05%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties

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Ingredient list view

Water, Propanediol, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Glycerin, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Polyglyceryl-3 stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Oryza sativa extract, Heptyl undecylenate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Oenothera biennis oil, Phyllostachys pubescens shoot bark extract, Aspergillus ferment, Panax ginseng root extract, Cyclodextrin, Hyaluronic acid, Pulsatilla koreana extract, Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, Usnea barbata extract, Cetyl palmitate, Sodium phytate, Sorbitan palmitate, 1,2-hexanediol, Alcohol, Butylene glycol, Lavandula angustifolia oil