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Holika Holika Aloe 99% Soothing Gel
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What can the product work for?
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
The sheet mask fights acne-causing bacteria and improves elasticity to leave skin smooth, firm and visibly glowing.
centella asiatica extract
2.9% -
4.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Hydrating skin without the tacky feeling, the lightweight formula is easily absorbed and helps relieve heated skin while infusing moisture.
centella asiatica extract
2.9% -
4.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
ectoin
4.8% -
7.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
glycerin
0.5% -
1.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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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Anti-oxidation
centella asiatica extract
2.9% -
4.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
brassica oleracea capitata leaf extract
1% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Plant extract that might help calm down inflammation and have some anti-oxidant properties
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Anti-blemish
What does the product description say?
Renowned as a natural healing ingredient, Aloe helps to reduce inflammation from irritation or blemishes, promoting a calmer and more harmonious visage.
centella asiatica extract
2.9% -
4.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
This wonder gel is also used to treat stretch marks and acne marks.
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Anti-aging | |
| Moisturizing | |
| Evens skin tone | |
| Anti-blemish |
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
melissa officinalis leaf extract
4% -
5.9%
Irritation risk:
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
nelumbo nucifera flower extract
2.1% -
3.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
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Comodogenic ingredients
laminaria japonica extract
0.55% -
1.25%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
User reviews (1)
Recommend
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How would you describe the finish?
1 review
Matt
Dewy
Shiny
How would you describe the texture?
1 review
heavy
Light
How much does this product clog
pores?
1 review
Definitely clogs pores
Doesn't clog pores
How would you describe the smell?
1 review
No smell
Light fragrance
Strong fragrance
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
centella asiatica extract
2.9% -
4.3%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces redness,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-blemish
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
ectoin
4.8% -
7.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
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Potential irritants
melissa officinalis leaf extract
4% -
5.9%
Irritation risk:
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
nelumbo nucifera flower extract
2.1% -
3.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
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Comodogenic ingredients
laminaria japonica extract
0.55% -
1.25%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
All ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Reduces irritation,
Reduces redness,
Antibacterial,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-aging
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
ectoin
4.8% -
7.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
aloe barbadensis leaf extract
4.5% -
6.7%
Irritation risk:
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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Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Ectoin, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Zea mays leaf extract, Brassica oleracea capitata leaf extract, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Laminaria japonica extract, Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Sodium polyacrylate, Carbomer, Disodium edta, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Pentylene glycol, Propanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Sources
- Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Titrated Extract of Centella asiatica in Phthalic Anhydride-Induced Allergic Dermatitis Animal Model
- Centella asiatica in cosmetology
- Triterpene Composition and Bioactivities of Centella asiatica
- Asiaticoside induction for cell-cycle progression, proliferation and collagen synthesis in human dermal fibroblasts
- Assessment report on Centella asiatica (L.) Urban, herba
- Centella asiatica in Dermatology: An Overview
- The Effects of a Standardized Extract of Centella asiatica on Postlaser Resurfacing Wound Healing on the Face: A Split-Face, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial
- Anti-inflammatory Effects of Brassica oleracea Var. capitata L. (Cabbage) Methanol Extract in Mice with Contact Dermatitis
- Effect of Brassica oleracea in rats skin wound healing
- Analyzing Lycopene Content in Fruits
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions