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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
rosa canina fruit oil
2.7% -
4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
sodium hyaluronate
1.8% -
2.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
passiflora edulis seed oil
0.85% -
1.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
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Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
What it is Leahlani Skincare Meli Glow Illuminating Nectar Mask allows you to say aloha to a soft, supple and more even-toned complexion.
ascorbic acid
0.1% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
0.4% -
0.95%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Benefits , An illuminating mask with enzyme and vitamin-rich tropical fruits , Works at a molecular level to increase blood circulation and oxygenation , Deeply nourishes and strengthens the barrier of the skin , Delivers a bountiful dose of active enzymes and antioxidant-rich oils to each cell on the face , Helps to plump the skin cells, deeply nourish and gently exfoliate the skin , Promotes a more even skin tone while unveiling that 'aloha glow' Key Ingredients , Organic Hawaiian raw honey cleanses the skin, dissolves bacteria and helps to diminish scarring and age spots , Rosehips fruit helps to improve elasticity in the skin and even out skin tone , Starfruit helps to tame acne breakouts and clear the skin , Strawberry fruit helps prevent collagen destruction , Banana fruit provides moisture and hydration to the skin , Papaya oil helps to brighten and regenerate the skin Skin Types Suitable for all skin types, particularly dry and/or mature skin.
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How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
0/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Potential irritants
rosa damascena extract
4.4% -
6.6%
Irritation risk:
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
passiflora edulis seed oil
0.85% -
1.3%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
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Comodogenic ingredients
No comodogenic ingredients detected
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
hyaluronic acid
1.4% -
2.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-aging
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
kaolin
4.6% -
6.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Mattifying,
Anti-blemish
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
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Potential irritants
rosa damascena extract
4.4% -
6.6%
Irritation risk:
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
passiflora edulis seed oil
0.85% -
1.3%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
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Comodogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
honey
22% -
33%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Antibacterial
Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
kaolin
4.6% -
6.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Mattifying,
Anti-blemish
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
rosa damascena extract
4.4% -
6.6%
Irritation risk:
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
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Ingredient list view
Honey, Kaolin, Rosa damascena extract, Clay, Rosa canina fruit oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Hyaluronic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Euterpe oleracea fruit oil, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Carica papaya seed oil, Fragaria vesca fruit, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Psidium guajava fruit, Leuconostoc ferment filtrate, Water, Musa sapientum fruit extract, Unknown, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Vitis vinifera fruit water, Averrhoa carambola extract, Unknown, Clay, Kaolin, Parfum, Ascorbic acid, Tocopherol, Mel, Unknown, Water, Unknown
Sources
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
- Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humans
- Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic review
- 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
- Antioxidant Capacity and Other Bioactivities of the Freeze-Dried Amazonian Palm Berry, Euterpe oleraceae Mart. (Acai)
- Double-blind, half-face study comparing topical vitamin C and vehicle for rejuvenation of photodamage
- Application of tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid in cosmetic formulations: Stability studies and in vivo efficacy
- Vitamin E in dermatology