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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Whipped Argan Pro-Retinol Body Butter • Pro-retinol derived from pink algae visibly improves the look of fine lines and wrinkles to refine and smooth the body without flakiness, redness, or dryness • Ultra-hydrating, nourishing, and protective; combats dryness, dullness, loss of firmness, and elasticity • Velvety-smooth, air-whipped 100% Pure Argan Oil helps protect skin's moisture barrier with essential fatty acids and potent antioxidants Argan Beta-Retinoid Pink Algae Serum • Clinically proven to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles within 1 week • A naturally-derived pink algae-based beta carotene (a form of Vitamin A) that acts as a pro-retinol to help visibly smooth and firm skin.
cocos nucifera oil
0.1% -
0.15%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
caprylic/capric triglyceride
4.1% -
5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
beeswax
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
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Anti-oxidation
quercetin
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
Might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
eclipta prostrata extract
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.6% -
1.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
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Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Whipped Argan Pro-Retinol Body Butter • Pro-retinol derived from pink algae visibly improves the look of fine lines and wrinkles to refine and smooth the body without flakiness, redness, or dryness • Ultra-hydrating, nourishing, and protective; combats dryness, dullness, loss of firmness, and elasticity • Velvety-smooth, air-whipped 100% Pure Argan Oil helps protect skin's moisture barrier with essential fatty acids and potent antioxidants Argan Beta-Retinoid Pink Algae Serum • Clinically proven to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles within 1 week • A naturally-derived pink algae-based beta carotene (a form of Vitamin A) that acts as a pro-retinol to help visibly smooth and firm skin.
dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline
0.1% -
0.15%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Is claimed to stimulate collagen and elastin production, as well as work as an anti-oxidant. There is however not enough evidence for its effectiveness
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.6% -
1.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
gluconolactone
0.1% -
0.15%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
62/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 9
Potential irritants
symphytum officinale leaf extract
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect
psoralea corylifolia seed extract
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
A babchi plant seed extract. It is the source for the skincare active Bakuchiol, but it can also contain furocoumarins (psoralen, angelicin) that are phototoxic. We strongly recommend avoiding this extract in the product and use products with pure Bakuchiol instead.
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.6% -
1.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
zea mays oil
0.1% -
0.15%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Cleansing
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
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Ingredients & concentrations
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Key Actives
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.1% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Moisturizing,
Evens skin tone,
Anti-blemish
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
tocopherol
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
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Potential irritants
symphytum officinale leaf extract
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect
psoralea corylifolia seed extract
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
A babchi plant seed extract. It is the source for the skincare active Bakuchiol, but it can also contain furocoumarins (psoralen, angelicin) that are phototoxic. We strongly recommend avoiding this extract in the product and use products with pure Bakuchiol instead.
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.6% -
1.9%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
zea mays oil
0.1% -
0.15%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Cleansing
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
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All ingredients
argania spinosa kernel oil
4.7% -
5.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
caprylic/capric triglyceride
4.1% -
5%
Irritation risk:
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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Ingredient list view
Water, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Sclerotium gum, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Octyldodecyl pca, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Persea gratissima oil, Carthamus tinctorius oleosomes, Sorbitan isostearate, Medicago sativa extract, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Panthenol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Allantoin, Tocopheryl acetate, Lecithin, Sodium benzoate, Quercetin, Gluconolactone, Alkanna tinctoria root extract, Sodium hydroxide, Potassium sorbate, Zea mays oil, Symphytum officinale leaf extract, Beta-carotene, Citric acid, Dunaliella salina extract, Olea europaea fruit oil, Tocopherol, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Coconut alkanes, Oleyl lactate, Octyldodecyl pca, Dimethyl isosorbide, Isosorbide disunflowerseedate, Squalane, Isostearyl lactate, Glyceryl linoleate, Psoralea corylifolia seed extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Eclipta prostrata extract, Cocos nucifera oil, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glyceryl oleate, Quercus suber bark extract, Glyceryl palmitate, Pterocarpus marsupium bark extract, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Glyceryl linolenate, Glyceryl stearate, Oak root extract, Lecithin, Palmitic acid, Dunaliella salina extract, Crithmum maritimum extract, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Quercetin, Water, Tocopherol, Glycine soja oil, Water, Butylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate, Octyldodecanol, Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables, Cetyl alcohol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Silica, Tribehenin, Beeswax, Cera alba, Beeswax, Benzyl alcohol, Argania spinosa kernel oil, C9-12 alkane, Octyldodecyl pca, Dunaliella salina extract, Olea europaea fruit oil, Beta-carotene, Aesculus hippocastanum extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Caffeine, Terminalia arjuna extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sodium hyaluronate, Quercetin, Physalis alkekengi calyx extract, Squalane, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Fructose, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Oleic acid, Sorbitan caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Xanthan gum, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Sucrose palmitate, Sodium phytate, Dehydroacetic acid, Maltodextrin, Lecithin, Glyceryl linoleate, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium hydroxide, Potassium sorbate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Citric acid, Tin oxide, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Ci 77499
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