looksnmeii Rich Routine Balance Toner

Name: looksnmeii - Rich Routine Balance Toner
Brand: looksnmeii

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WORKS FOR

Anti-oxidation
Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Exfoliation
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KEY INGREDIENTS

gluconolactone
ceramide np
argania spinosa kernel oil
butyrospermum parkii butter
carnosine
centella asiatica extract
cetearyl alcohol
dimethicone
ficus carica fruit extract
glycerin
hydrolyzed collagen
hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate
polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate
propolis extract
squalane
ulmus davidiana root extract
vitis vinifera fruit extract
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FULFILLED

50 /100

IRRITANCY

MEDIUM

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Formula review

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WIMJ summary

This product contains carnosine, centella asiatica extract. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
carnosine	MEDIUM
centella asiatica extract	MEDIUM
gluconolactone	HIGH

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"3 rd generation hypoallergenic peeling ingredient PHA smoothly removes dead skin cells to smooth skin texture."

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WIMJ summary

This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
gluconolactone	HIGH

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"Rich Routine Balance Toner"

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WIMJ summary

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: carnosine, glycerin.

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: dimethicone, squalane.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycerin	HIGH
squalane	HIGH
hydrolyzed collagen	HIGH

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This product contains antioxidants (carnosine) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

The following ingredients - centella asiatica extract, ficus carica fruit extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
carnosine	HIGH
centella asiatica extract	MEDIUM
ficus carica fruit extract	MEDIUM

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

MEDIUM

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
1,2-hexanediol
centella asiatica extract
ficus carica fruit extract

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
water Plain old water	45% - 55%
propanediol Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin	5.1% - 6.3%
1,2-hexanediol A preservative	1.9% - 2.3%
centella asiatica extract 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.	3.8% - 4.7%
ficus carica fruit extract A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect	2.4% - 2.9%
ulmus davidiana root extract A plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin	1.9% - 2.4%
amaranthus caudatus seed extract	1.7% - 2%
vitis vinifera fruit extract A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds	1.4% - 1.8%
propolis extract A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating	1.2% - 1.5%
fish extract	1% - 1.2%
hydrogenated lecithin Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.	0.75% - 1.1%
argania spinosa kernel oil An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties	0.65% - 1%
octyldodeceth-16	0.6% - 0.9%
butylene glycol Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin	0.55% - 0.8%
xanthan gum Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.5% - 0.8%
sodium citrate Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products	0.5% - 0.75%
citric acid Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH	0.5% - 0.75%
disodium edta Stabilizes the product formulation	0.45% - 0.7%
hydrolyzed elastin	0.45% - 0.7%
hydrolyzed collagen A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin	0.45% - 0.7%
ceramide np A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin	0.45% - 0.65%
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	0.4% - 0.65%
hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin	0.3% - 0.6%
dimethicone A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish	0.45% - 0.65%
squalane 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.	0.4% - 0.65%
hydrogenated polyisobutene Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin	0.35% - 0.65%
alcohol Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties	0.3% - 0.6%
isononyl isononanoate Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness	0.3% - 0.6%
polyglyceryl-10 stearate Helps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin	0.3% - 0.55%
cetearyl alcohol A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture	0.35% - 0.6%
stearic acid Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient	0.55% - 0.8%
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	0.3% - 0.55%
polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin	0.25% - 0.45%
inulin lauryl carbamate	0.2% - 0.35%
gluconolactone A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals	0.15% - 0.3%
carnosine A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage	0.15% - 0.25%
disodium stearoyl glutamate Helps oil and water mix together and workd as a cleanser	0.3% - 0.55%
parfum An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients	0.1% - 0.15%
hydroxyacetophenone Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives	0.1% - 0.15%
ethylhexylglycerin A preservative	0.05% - 0.1%
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