Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Anti-aging
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Key actives
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Envelope your skin in nourishing moisture with the Ilapothecary Save Face Serum.
Source: Lookfantastic Australia
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:
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: argania spinosa kernel oil, opuntia ficus-indica seed oil.
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin's barrier function due to its high content of linoleic acid. It also has anti-microbial properties
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
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Malachite helps regenerate and detoxify the skin, Hyaluronic Acid radiantly hydrates and makes the skin look firmer, Ginseng Stem Cells are known to promote skin rejuvenation and improve the epidermis, and Moringa thanks to its antioxidants and vitamins, helps to protect the skin from free radicals and skin tissue damage.
Source: Lookfantastic US
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.
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
A mineral that is claimed to be able to support collagen product in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is missing
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 62/100.
Potential irritants
Comedogenic ingredients
User reviews (0)
Averages from community submissions.
No reviews yet for this product.
Be the first to share your experience!
Tried this product?
Help capture what the ingredient list can't—texture, finish, pilling, scent, and more. Answer what you can, skip the rest.
Takes ~30 seconds.
Reviews are shown in aggregate. No personal details.
| Product | Similarity | Price | Irritancy |
|---|---|---|---|
 ilapothecary Save Face Serum | Current | - | |
 Ila Spa CBD Gold Face Serum | 61% | $60.00 | |
evanhealy Sanctuary Serum | 56% | $39.95 | |
Scientia Sunshine & Sea HA + Vit D Aqua Tanning Serum | 52% | $21.00 | |
 Kahina Giving Beauty Restorative Serum | 51% | - | |
 ASDM Beverly Hills Cactus Fruit Hybrid Serum | 51% | $39.00 |
Key Actives
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
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin's barrier function due to its high content of linoleic acid. It also has anti-microbial properties
Potential irritants
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
Help oil and water mix together
Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin's barrier function due to its high content of linoleic acid. It also has anti-microbial properties
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
Comedogenic ingredients
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
All ingredients
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
Help oil and water mix together
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin's barrier function due to its high content of linoleic acid. It also has anti-microbial properties
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
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
A mineral that is claimed to be able to support collagen product in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is missing
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Ingredient list view
Water, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 esters, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Glyceryl dibehenate, Tribehenin, Glyceryl behenate, Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil, P-anisic acid, Glyceryl caprylate, Rosa canina fruit oil, Calendula officinalis extract, Hyaluronic acid, Xanthan gum, Water, Malachite extract, Panax ginseng leaf cell extract, Laminaria digitata extract, Octyldodecyl myristate, Capparis spinosa fruit extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Salvia sclarea oil, Rna, Limonene, Linalool
- Natural vegetable fats in the prevention of irritant contact dermatitis
- Moringa oleifera seed oil: Composition, nutritional aspects and health attributes
- Moringa oleifera Seeds and Oil: Characteristics and Uses for Human Health
- The Antimicrobial and Wound Healing Potential of Opuntia ficus indica L. inermis Extracted Oil from Tunisia
- Allergic contact dermatitis due to Opuntia ficus‐indica var. saboten
- Sodium anisate
- Protective effect of Calendula officinalis extract against UVB-induced oxidative stress in skin: evaluation of reduced glutathione levels and matrix metalloproteinase secretion
- Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humans
- Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic review
- Use of iron in the form of a stone extract as stimulus of the synthesis of collagen by skin fibroblasts