Jao Seed Oil

Jao Seed Oil

Efficacy62/100IrritancyMedium
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1 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing
Limnanthes alba seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil + 8 more
Good evidence
What the product description says
“This powerful antioxidant skin conditioner combines 9 seed oils to plump, hydrate and restore beautifully smooth and supple feeling skin.Enriched with 20% Plum Oil from France, our unique plant-based formula combats dull, thin skin with the first application.”
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This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cocos nucifera oil, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.

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).

Limnanthes alba seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient~1.6–2.4%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.~4.8–7.2%
Rosa canina fruit oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating~2.7–4%
Camellia oleifera seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that does not leave a greasy finish~3.6–5.4%
Cocos nucifera oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic~6–9%
Glycine soja sterolsKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin~0.2–0.8%
Shea butter ethyl estersKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~2.1–3.2%
Prunus domestica seed oilKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~25–37%
Argania spinosa kernel oilUnder-dosedEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~0.55–1.35%
Sclerocarya birrea seed oilUnder-dosedEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.~0.9–1.35%
Anti-aging
Limnanthes alba seed oil
Limited evidence
What the product description says
“Hydrate your lipid layer with this proprietary blend plus Wild Yam Root extract, a multi-active phytosterol complex to target fine lines and loss of radiance.Hydrate and Plump Skin Target Fine Lines Replace Natural Oil Loss”
Source: N/A

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 rubus idaeus seed oil might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.

Limnanthes alba seed oilEffect: LowThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient~1.6–2.4%
Anti-oxidation
Not advertised by the brand · Rubus idaeus seed oil, Rosa canina fruit oil + 6 more
Moderate evidence

This product contains antioxidants (rubus idaeus seed oil) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Rubus idaeus seed oilKey activeEffect: MediumA plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin~1.1–1.6%
Rosa canina fruit oilEffect: LowA great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating~2.7–4%
Limnanthes alba seed oilEffect: LowThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient~1.6–2.4%
Camellia oleifera seed oilEffect: LowAn emollient that does not leave a greasy finish~3.6–5.4%
Tocopheryl acetateEffect: Low, below effective doseA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.~0.4–0.95%
Sclerocarya birrea seed oilEffect: Low, below effective doseAn emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.~0.9–1.35%
BisabololEffect: Low, below effective doseAn active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties~0.1–0.4%
Argania spinosa kernel oilEffect: Low, below effective doseAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~0.55–1.35%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
1 strong irritant: Rosmarinus officinalis extract
Medium risk
We flagged 10 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Oleyl alcoholUsed as a fragranceHigh~1.2–1.9%est.
Rosmarinus officinalis extract—High~0.05–0.25%est.
Prunus domestica seed oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~25–37%est.
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.Medium~4.8–7.2%est.
Camellia oleifera seed oilAn emollient that does not leave a greasy finishMedium~3.6–5.4%est.
Rosa canina fruit oilA great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritatingMedium~2.7–4%est.
Rubus idaeus seed oilA plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~1.1–1.6%est.
Sclerocarya birrea seed oilAn emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.Medium~0.9–1.35%est.
Argania spinosa kernel oilAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant propertiesMedium~0.55–1.35%est.
Tocopheryl acetateA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.Medium~0.4–0.95%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
2 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
Cocos nucifera oilAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic3/5~6–9%est.
Oleyl alcoholUsed as a fragrance3/5~1.2–1.9%est.
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Prunus domestica seed oil~25–37%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Cocos nucifera oil~6–9%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic

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Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~4.8–7.2%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.

More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oil
Camellia oleifera seed oil~3.6–5.4%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish

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Rosa canina fruit oil~2.7–4%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating

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Shea butter ethyl esters~2.1–3.2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Limnanthes alba seed oil~1.6–2.4%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient

More about Limnanthes alba seed oil
Oleyl alcohol~1.2–1.9%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Comedogenicity
3/5

Used as a fragrance

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Rubus idaeus seed oil~1.1–1.6%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin

More about Rubus idaeus seed oil
Sclerocarya birrea seed oil~0.9–1.35%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.

More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oil
Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.55–1.35%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties

More about Argania spinosa kernel oil
Tocopheryl acetate~0.4–0.95%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.

More about Tocopheryl acetate
Dioscorea villosa root extract~0.35–0.85%
Formula
Butyrospermum parkii nut extract~0.35–0.85%
Formula
Glycine soja sterols~0.2–0.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Bisabolol~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Reduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties

More about Bisabolol
Rosmarinus officinalis extract~0.05–0.25%
Irritant · high
Eucalyptus oil~0.05–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Eucalyptus oil
Jasminum sambac flower oil~0.05–0.25%
Formula
Ingredient list view

Prunus domestica seed oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Shea butter ethyl esters, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Oleyl alcohol, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Dioscorea villosa root extract, Butyrospermum parkii nut extract, Glycine soja sterols, Bisabolol, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Eucalyptus oil, Jasminum sambac flower oil

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