PRODUCT REVIEW
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What can the product work for?
Works for
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Hyaluronic Acid and Hibiscus Flower Extract work in synergy to hydrate the complexion, whilst calming and visibly smoothing skin for a plumped effect.
glycerin
0.3% -
0.75%
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
squalane
1.1% -
1.7%
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.
beeswax
5.2% -
7.9%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
75/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Potential irritants
parfum
0.2% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
albizia julibrissin bark extract
0.2% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Evens skin tone
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing
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Comodogenic ingredients
cocos nucifera oil
2.8% -
4.2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.3% -
2%
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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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
borago officinalis seed oil
0.2% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces irritation,
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.3% -
2%
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
parfum
0.2% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
albizia julibrissin bark extract
0.2% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Evens skin tone
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing
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Comodogenic ingredients
cocos nucifera oil
2.8% -
4.2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.3% -
2%
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
All ingredients
prunus amygdalus dulcis oil
25% -
38%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
An emollient that softens the skin
beeswax
5.2% -
7.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
olea europaea fruit oil
3.6% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
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Ingredient list view
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Beeswax, Olea europaea fruit oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Isoamyl laurate, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Squalane, Glyceryl caprylate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Water, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-4 laurate/sebacate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate/caprate, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Tocopheryl acetate, Sericin, Parfum, Glycerin, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Darutoside, Phyllostachys bambusoides leaf extract, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Scutellaria alpina flower/leaf/stem extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hydroxide, Dehydroacetic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl benzoate, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Citronellol, Evernia furfuracea extract, Unknown, Persea gratissima oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Borago officinalis seed oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Citronellol, Evernia furfuracea extract, Benzyl benzoate, Tocopheryl acetate
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- Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils
- Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oil
- 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
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Phytopharmacological properties of Albizia species: A review
- Anthocyanin-rich extract from Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx counteracts UVC-caused impairments in rats
- Hibiscus sabdariffa L. – A phytochemical and pharmacological review
- Liposome-containing Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract formulations with increased antioxidant activity, improved dermal penetration and reduced dermal toxicity
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
- 4 Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Dehydroacetate and Dehydroacetic Acid
- Dermatology News - Commentary: Borage Seed Oil