Madara Cosmetics Superseed Radiant Energy Facial Oil
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingCucurbita pepo seed oil, Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil + 5 moreGood evidence
“Absorbed by the skin almost instantly, this dry oil cocktail boosts skin’s natural regeneration and hydration, helps to neutralise environmental pollutants and stress, and returns skin back to life.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: simmondsia chinensis seed oil, borago officinalis 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-agingTocopherolLimited evidence
“Ideal for those with dull, tired skin, lack of glow and luster, lack of elasticity and firmness, first signs of aging.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
This ingredient vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract + 3 moreModerate evidence
This product contains antioxidants (vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Rosa damascena extract, Aroma + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Rosa damascena extract~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- High
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.
More about Rosa damascena extractSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~6.5–9.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilDecyl cocoate~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa damascena extract~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- High
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.
More about Rosa damascena extractAroma~2.5–3.8%
Borago officinalis seed oil~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilRosa canina seed~1.6–2.5%
Carum petroselinum seed oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.9–1.35%
- 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 TocopherolCucurbita pepo seed oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cucurbita pepo seed oilNigella sativa seed oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support the skin's barrier due to the high content of linoleic acid
More about Nigella sativa seed oilRubus fruticosus fruit extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus fruticosus fruit extractVaccinium macrocarpon seed oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help neutralize free radicals, soften the upper layer of the skin, and support skin's barrier function
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oilVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractCitral~0.15–0.5%
Limonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitronellol~0.05–0.25%
Linalool~0.05–0.15%
Geraniol~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Rosa damascena extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Decyl cocoate, Rosa damascena extract, Aroma, Borago officinalis seed oil, Rosa canina seed, Unknown, Carum petroselinum seed oil, Tocopherol, Cucurbita pepo seed oil, Nigella sativa seed oil, Rubus fruticosus fruit extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Citral, Limonene, Citronellol, Linalool, Geraniol
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 5Wound‐healing Properties of the Oils of Vitis vinifera and Vaccinium macrocarpononlinelibrary.wiley.com
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