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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
It evens skin tone and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.Hyaluronic acid provides long-lasting hydration, plumping and smoothing the skin.Abyssinian oil, apricot oil and shea butter deeply nourish the skin, leaving it soft and supple.Its rich texture is specifically designed to nourish dry skin.
serine
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
0.45% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.4% -
0.6%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Insufficient!
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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Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Korres Apothecary Wild Rose Crème Intense Illuminatrice 40 ml is a high-performance moisturizing cream for dry to very dry skin.
trehalose
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
urea
0.2% -
0.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
glycerin
4.4% -
5.4%
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
imperata cylindrica root extract
1.4% -
1.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
rosa canina fruit extract
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking
terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
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Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
It evens skin tone and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.Hyaluronic acid provides long-lasting hydration, plumping and smoothing the skin.Abyssinian oil, apricot oil and shea butter deeply nourish the skin, leaving it soft and supple.Its rich texture is specifically designed to nourish dry skin.
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
0.45% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
salicylic acid
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
58/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Potential irritants
passiflora incarnata seed oil
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains essential oil that can be irritating
pullulan
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Mattifying
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
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Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
2.5% -
3%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
algin
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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Ingredients & concentrations
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Key Actives
salicylic acid
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Exfoliation,
Anti-blemish,
Antibacterial,
Evens skin tone
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
tocopherol
0.25% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-inflammatory
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
passiflora incarnata seed oil
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains essential oil that can be irritating
pullulan
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Mattifying
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
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Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
2.5% -
3%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
algin
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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All ingredients
glycerin
4.4% -
5.4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
caprylic/capric triglyceride
4.2% -
5.1%
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, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate citrate, C13-15 alkane, Distarch phosphate, Imperata cylindrica root extract, Propanediol, Squalane, Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Alaria esculenta extract, Algin, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Ascorbyl palmitate, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Biosaccharide gum-1, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Candelilla cera, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Candelilla cera, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Citric acid, Crambe abyssinica seed oil, Disodium phosphate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl caprylate, Glyceryl polyacrylate, Glyceryl stearate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hexyldecyl stearate, Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables, Hydrogenated rapeseed oil, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Lecithin, Maltodextrin, Olus oil, Vegetable oil, Passiflora incarnata seed oil, Pentylene glycol, Potassium phosphate, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Pullulan, Rosa canina fruit extract, Rosa canina fruit oil, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Serine, Sodium gluceptate, Sodium hyaluronate, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Trehalose, Urea, Benzyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Salicylic acid, Sodium benzoate, Sorbic acid, Parfum, Alcohol denat.
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- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Allergic contact dermatitis from grasses
- Natural vegetable fats in the prevention of irritant contact dermatitis
- Assessment of penetration of Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate into biological membranes by molecular dynamics
- Stability evaluation of tocopheryl acetate and ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate in isolation and incorporated in cosmetic formulations using thermal analysis
- A new lipophilic pro-vitamin C, tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid (VC-IP), prevents UV-induced skin pigmentation through its anti-oxidative properties
- New lipophilic pro-vitamin C, tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid (VC-IP), suppresses senile lentigo through controlling of melanocytes-keratinocytes interaction
- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics
- Chemical composition of essential oils of Passiflora edulis f. flavicarpa agroindustrial waste
- Topical palmitoyl pentapeptide provides improvement in photoaged human facial skin
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
- The chemotherapeutic potential of Terminalia ferdinandiana: Phytochemistry and bioactivity
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- Topical urea in skincare: A review
- Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive review
- Beta Hydroxy Acids
- A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparations