KORA Organics Hydrating Moisturizer

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WORKS FOR

Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Anti-oxidation

KEY INGREDIENTS

beta-sitosterol
bisabolol
butyrospermum parkii butter
camellia sinensis leaf extract
cetearyl alcohol
cetyl alcohol
glycerin
Sunflower seed oil
hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate
macadamia ternifolia seed oil
olea europaea fruit oil
persea gratissima oil
Rosehip oil
Jojoba oil
squalene
Vitamin E
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£43.00

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Hydrating Moisturizer

£43.00

In stock

Hydrating Moisturizer

SpaceNK EU

€48.00

In stock

Hydrating Moisturizer

SpaceNK US

$48.00

In stock

Hydrating Moisturizer

Can the product deliver on its promises?

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Promise

What does the product description say?

"Rosehip, Macadamia Nut, Noni Fruit and Liquorice work in harmony to replenish high levels of moisture to skin, working to soften and smooth the surface whilst plumping out fine lines."

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WIMJ summary for anti-aging

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

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
aloe barbadensis leaf juice	LOW
butyrospermum parkii butter	LOW
camellia sinensis leaf extract	LOW

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Promise

What does the product description say?

"C. E. O AFTERGLOW MOISTURISER Powered by an advanced form of Vitamin C, Sunday Riley's new gel moisturiser will brighten, hydrate and even your skin tone for long-lasting moisture and satin soft skin."

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WIMJ summary for evens skin tone

This product contains ingredients (glycyrrhiza glabra root extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycyrrhiza glabra root extract	LOW
camellia sinensis leaf extract	LOW

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Promise

What does the product description say?

"Hydrating Moisturizer"

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WIMJ summary for moisturizing

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, aloe barbadensis leaf juice.

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: helianthus annuus seed oil, squalene.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycerin	HIGH
helianthus annuus seed oil	HIGH
hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate	HIGH

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WIMJ summary for anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (squalene) 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.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
squalene	MEDIUM
glycyrrhiza glabra root extract	LOW
tocopherol	HIGH

How honest is this product?

Promise	Can it deliver?
Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone

Total Promises Fulfilled score: 58/100.

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

HIGH

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
macadamia ternifolia seed oil
persea gratissima oil

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
aloe barbadensis leaf juice 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	23% - 34%
cetearyl alcohol A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture	3.9% - 5.9%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	4.2% - 6.3%
macadamia ternifolia seed oil Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients	3.6% - 5.5%
persea gratissima oil An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function	2.7% - 4.1%
olea europaea fruit oil An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation	1.8% - 2.7%
helianthus annuus seed oil A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function	1.5% - 2.3%
cetearyl olivate Helps oil and water mix together	1% - 1.5%
sorbitan olivate Helps oil and water mix together	0.85% - 1.3%
cetearyl glucoside Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture	0.55% - 1.3%
morinda citrifolia fruit extract	0.45% - 1.05%
simmondsia chinensis seed oil 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.	0.45% - 1.05%
butyrospermum parkii butter 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	0.4% - 0.95%
punica granatum sterols	0.2% - 0.8%
rosa canina fruit oil A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating	0.35% - 0.75%
bulnesia sarmientoi wood oil	0.2% - 0.75%
cedrus atlantica wood oil	0.15% - 0.65%
rosa damascena flower oil Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating	0.15% - 0.65%
fusanus spicatus wood oil	0.15% - 0.6%
cananga odorata flower oil An essential oil. Can be irritating	0.1% - 0.5%
benzyl alcohol A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating	0.1% - 0.45%
dicaprylyl carbonate Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin	0.15% - 0.6%
xanthan gum Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.1% - 0.45%
hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin	0.1% - 0.45%
camellia sinensis leaf extract 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	0.15% - 0.65%
lavandula angustifolia flower extract Essential oil that can be irritating	0.15% - 0.55%
chamomilla recutita flower extract Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating	0.1% - 0.45%
glycyrrhiza glabra root extract A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals	0.1% - 0.5%
rosa centifolia flower extract Contains essential oil. Can be irritating	0.1% - 0.4%
cetyl alcohol A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together	0.15% - 0.6%
stearyl alcohol An emollient that helps soften the skin	0.15% - 0.6%
tocopherol 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	0.15% - 0.6%
beta-sitosterol A phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated	0.15% - 0.6%
squalene An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast	0.15% - 0.65%
ascorbyl palmitate Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.	0.15% - 0.55%
bisabolol 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	0.15% - 0.55%
quartz A mineral. It does not have any confirmed benefit for the skin	0.2% - 0.75%
potassium hydroxide Used to adjust the pH level of products	0.15% - 0.55%
dehydroacetic acid A preservative	0.15% - 0.5%
citric acid Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH	0.1% - 0.5%
sodium benzoate A preservative	0.1% - 0.45%
potassium sorbate A preservative	0.1% - 0.4%
water Plain old water	0.1% - 0.4%
farnesol Added to create a nice product smell. Can be irritating	0.1% - 0.4%
citronellol A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.1% - 0.35%
geraniol A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.05% - 0.25%
unknown The ingredient is not recognized	TBC
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Key ingredients	beta-sitosterol bisabolol +14 more	Common: glycerin helianthus annuus seed oil +5 more Other: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 palmitoyl tripeptide-1 +8 more	Common: butyrospermum parkii butter glycerin +3 more Other: alpha-glucan oligosaccharide hydrolyzed jojoba esters +1 more	Common: glycerin helianthus annuus seed oil +3 more Other: panthenol hyaluronic acid +3 more	Common: beta-sitosterol butyrospermum parkii butter +6 more Other: argania spinosa kernel oil caprylic/capric triglyceride +1 more	Common: beta-sitosterol cetearyl alcohol +4 more Other: chlorella vulgaris extract chondrus crispus powder +2 more	Common: glycerin helianthus annuus seed oil +3 more Other: palmitoyl tripeptide-5 palmitoyl tripeptide-38 +4 more	Common: cetearyl alcohol glycerin +5 more Other: niacinamide 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid +9 more	Common: glycerin helianthus annuus seed oil +3 more Other: niacinamide tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate +22 more	Common: cetearyl alcohol cetyl alcohol +4 more Other: macadamia integrifolia seed oil prunus amygdalus dulcis oil +1 more	Common: butyrospermum parkii butter camellia sinensis leaf extract +2 more Other: cocos nucifera oil glycine soja oil +3 more
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Potential Irritants	geraniol Has skin benefit? citronellol Has skin benefit? farnesol Has skin benefit? rosa centifolia flower extract Has skin benefit? chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? lavandula angustifolia flower extract Has skin benefit? benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? cananga odorata flower oil Has skin benefit? rosa damascena flower oil Has skin benefit? rosa canina fruit oil Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? dehydroacetic acid Has skin benefit? potassium hydroxide Has skin benefit? ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? glycyrrhiza glabra root extract Has skin benefit? simmondsia chinensis seed oil Has skin benefit? cetearyl glucoside Has skin benefit? olea europaea fruit oil Has skin benefit? persea gratissima oil Has skin benefit? macadamia ternifolia seed oil Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +20 more	rosa damascena flower oil Has skin benefit? citrus aurantifolia oil Has skin benefit? chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? olea europaea fruit oil Has skin benefit? vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil Has skin benefit? oenothera biennis oil Has skin benefit? isopropyl palmitate Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? argania spinosa kernel oil Has skin benefit? cucumis sativus extract Has skin benefit? lycium barbarum fruit extract Has skin benefit? simmondsia chinensis seed oil Has skin benefit? persea gratissima oil Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +12 more	chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? perilla ocymoides seed oil Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? gluconolactone Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? sodium stearoyl glutamate Has skin benefit? ananas sativus fruit extract Has skin benefit? persea gratissima oil Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder Has skin benefit? simmondsia chinensis seed oil Has skin benefit? cetearyl glucoside Has skin benefit? olea europaea fruit oil Has skin benefit? salix nigra bark extract Has skin benefit? +11 more	rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract Has skin benefit? rosa damascena flower water Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? pentylene glycol Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? rosa canina seed oil Has skin benefit? cetearyl glucoside Has skin benefit? simmondsia chinensis seed oil Has skin benefit? persea gratissima oil Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +10 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? dehydroacetic acid Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? sodium stearoyl glutamate Has skin benefit? polyglyceryl-3 beeswax Has skin benefit? jojoba esters Has skin benefit? argania spinosa kernel oil Has skin benefit? acacia senegal gum Has skin benefit? polyglyceryl-6 distearate Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis extract Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? +13 more	parfum Has skin benefit? chlorella vulgaris extract Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? mauritia flexuosa fruit oil Has skin benefit? cetearyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +5 more	ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? phenethyl alcohol Has skin benefit? artemisia princeps extract Has skin benefit? citrus grandis Has skin benefit? hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? caprylhydroxamic acid Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? persea gratissima oil Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? simmondsia chinensis seed oil Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? pyrus malus fruit extract Has skin benefit? +11 more	limonene Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? sodium metabisulfite Has skin benefit? sodium citrate Has skin benefit? ethoxydiglycol Has skin benefit? hexylene glycol Has skin benefit? cetearyl glucoside Has skin benefit? polyglyceryl-4 laurate/succinate Has skin benefit? hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? hydroxyacetophenone Has skin benefit? acacia senegal gum Has skin benefit? argania spinosa kernel oil Has skin benefit? simmondsia chinensis seed oil Has skin benefit? glycine soja oil Has skin benefit? persea gratissima oil Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? euterpe oleracea fruit extract Has skin benefit? mangifera indica fruit extract Has skin benefit? glycyrrhiza glabra root extract Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +23 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? pullulan Has skin benefit? althaea officinalis root extract Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? dehydroacetic acid Has skin benefit? hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin Has skin benefit? isoamyl cocoate Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? sodium lactate Has skin benefit? sea salt Has skin benefit? pyrus malus fruit extract Has skin benefit? lens esculenta fruit extract Has skin benefit? citrullus lanatus fruit extract Has skin benefit? chlorella vulgaris extract Has skin benefit? tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate Has skin benefit? cannabis sativa seed oil Has skin benefit? vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil Has skin benefit? simmondsia chinensis seed oil Has skin benefit? isoamyl laurate Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +19 more	parfum Has skin benefit? phenylpropanol Has skin benefit? rosmarinus officinalis extract Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? prunus armeniaca kernel oil Has skin benefit? persea gratissima oil Has skin benefit? methylpropanediol Has skin benefit? +6 more	parfum Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? gluconolactone Has skin benefit? phytic acid Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? glycine soja oil Has skin benefit? persea gratissima oil Has skin benefit? ricinus communis seed oil Has skin benefit? macadamia ternifolia seed oil Has skin benefit? behentrimonium methosulfate Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +9 more
All ingredients	aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? cetearyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +45 more	squalane Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? cetearyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +27 more	aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? persea gratissima oil Has skin benefit? +24 more	aloe barbadensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis extract Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? +20 more	pyrus malus fruit extract Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +48 more	water Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +59 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +20 more	water Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +24 more