KORRES Wild Rose Vitamin C Active Brightening Oil
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing8 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Powered by deeply nourishing Wild Rose Oil, the formula sinks into skin to provide deep hydration and plump out fine lines and wrinkles.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus 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).
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimWeak support
“Powered by deeply nourishing Wild Rose Oil, the formula sinks into skin to provide deep hydration and plump out fine lines and wrinkles.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Evens skin tone1 ingredient credited for this claimWeak support
“Bursting with omegas 3, 6 and 9 and fatty acids, the oil helps to prevent damage caused by free radicals while using Vitamin C to brighten and balance the skin tone.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 strong irritants: Rosa gallica flower powder, Alcohol denat. + 11 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Isoamyl laurate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl laurateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~5.5–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePrunus armeniaca kernel oil~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilSqualane~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneHelianthus annuus seed oil~3.1–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilAscorbyl tetraisopalmitate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateDimethyl isosorbide~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbideRosa canina fruit oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilRosa gallica flower powder~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Alcohol denat.~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeWater~0.45–1%
Benzyl alcohol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzyl benzoate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateBenzyl salicylate~0.3–0.75%
Bisabolol~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 BisabololButylphenyl methylpropional~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalCitronellol~0.2–0.7%
Eugenol~0.15–0.55%
Geraniol~0.15–0.55%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateHexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.5%
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehydeParfum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhysalis angulata extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 acetateZingiber officinale root extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractIngredient list view
Isoamyl laurate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Squalane, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Dimethyl isosorbide, Rosa canina fruit oil, Rosa gallica flower powder, Alcohol denat., Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Water, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl salicylate, Bisabolol, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Glyceryl caprylate, Hexyl cinnamal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde, Parfum, Physalis angulata extract, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Zingiber officinale root extract
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| KORRESWild Rose Vitamin C Active Brightening OilYOUR PRODUCT | SKINCITY skincareVitamin C Dewy Face Oil | Nippon OliveOlive Manon Lagracia Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 53% |
| Price | $27.00 | — | $45.00+$18.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin E | Glycine Soja Sterols |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop |
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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