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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Essential Moisturizer
avena sativa kernel flour
0.9% -
1.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of colloidal oatmeal. Can contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Is effective in supporting skin barrier
squalane
3.6% -
5.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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.
glycerin
1.7% -
2.6%
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-aging
What does the product description say?
Essential Moisturizer Rejuvenating Tremella & Natural Vitamin C (45) A multi-transformational natural Vitamin C complex to powerfully illuminate and visibly rejuvenate skin, morning and night.
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
centella asiatica extract
0.45% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.5% -
1.1%
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
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
Made in the USA | 2fl oz e 60ml Frequency JUST ONCE $ 120 Frequency JUST ONCE $ 120 Essential Moisturizer BEST FOR Dry, sensitive, and hyperpigmented skin KEY BENEFITS Brightens uneven skin tone Boosts collagen Soothes inflammation Improves skin barrier function Deeply hydrates FOUNDER'S NOTE HOW TO RECYCLE Pay in 4 interest-free installments of $30.00 with Item 1 of 7 HOW TO USE Lydia N. All-in-one skin care product of my dreams. MORNING i. Cleanse with cool waterii. Regeneration Mistiii. Ritual Serumiv. Awakening Eye Creamv. Essential Moisturizervi. Every Tone SPF 30vii. Soothing Lip Balm EVENING i. Refining Cleanserii.
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
50/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Potential irritants
rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil
0.2% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
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Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
2.5% -
3.8%
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
hydrogenated vegetable oil
0.5% -
1.15%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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Ingredients & concentrations
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Key Actives
centella asiatica extract
0.45% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Moisturizing,
Reduces redness,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Anti-blemish
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.5% -
1.1%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
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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Potential irritants
rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil
0.2% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
2.5% -
3.8%
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
hydrogenated vegetable oil
0.5% -
1.15%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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All ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Antibacterial,
Reduces irritation,
Reduces redness,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-aging
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
vitis vinifera seed oil
8.2% -
12.4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
coco-caprylate/caprate
4.5% -
6.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
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Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Squalane, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Adansonia digitata oil, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Water, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Avena sativa kernel flour, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Chondrus crispus extract, Tremella fuciformis extract, Centella asiatica extract, Ceramide np, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Backhousia citriodora leaf extract, Citric acid, Sodium levulinate, Acacia senegal gum, Xanthan gum, Glyceryl caprylate, Potassium sorbate, Linalool, Sodium benzoate, Limonene
Sources
- Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Fatty acid composition and metal content of Adansonia digitata seeds and seed oil
- The chemotherapeutic potential of Terminalia ferdinandiana: Phytochemistry and bioactivity
- Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Titrated Extract of Centella asiatica in Phthalic Anhydride-Induced Allergic Dermatitis Animal Model
- Centella asiatica in cosmetology
- Triterpene Composition and Bioactivities of Centella asiatica
- Asiaticoside induction for cell-cycle progression, proliferation and collagen synthesis in human dermal fibroblasts
- Assessment report on Centella asiatica (L.) Urban, herba
- Centella asiatica in Dermatology: An Overview
- The Effects of a Standardized Extract of Centella asiatica on Postlaser Resurfacing Wound Healing on the Face: A Split-Face, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial
- Skin hydration is significantly increased by a cream formulated to mimic the skin’s own natural moisturizing systems
- Topically Applied Ceramides Interact with the Stratum Corneum Lipid Matrix in Compromised Ex Vivo Skin
- Assessment report on Rosmarinus officinalis L., aetheroleum and Rosmarinus officinalis L., folium
- Screening of plant extracts for antimicrobial activity against bacteria and yeasts with dermatological relevance
- Occupational contact dermatitis due to essential oils
- The in vitro antimicrobial activity and chemometric modelling of 59 commercial essential oils against pathogens of dermatological relevance
- Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Properties of Rosemary and Sage (Rosmarinus officinalis L. and Salvia officinalis L., Lamiaceae) Essential Oils
- Chemical Composition, Plant Genetic Differences, Antimicrobial and Antifungal Activity Investigation of the Essential Oil of Rosmarinus officinalis L.