Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Anti-oxidation
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Exfoliation
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Key actives
Anti-oxidation
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) 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 contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence is lacking
A plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritants
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
The Transparency Expiration Date 05.31.2023 The Secrets 38 Herbs Gently exfoliates dead skin cells while leaving the skin moisturized Papaya Full of enzymes that get rid of dead skin cells and brightens the skin Rice Bran Soften and smooth skin, as well as, moisturizing and brightening the skin
Source: Manyo
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
The Transparency Expiration Date 05.31.2023 The Secrets 38 Herbs Gently exfoliates dead skin cells while leaving the skin moisturized Papaya Full of enzymes that get rid of dead skin cells and brightens the skin Rice Bran Soften and smooth skin, as well as, moisturizing and brightening the skin
Source: Manyo
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.
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Exfoliation |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 37/100.
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Key Actives
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
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
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
Potential irritants
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
Used as a frangrance. Can be irritating. Might have some anti-bacterial properties
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence is lacking
A plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritants
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
Comedogenic ingredients
All ingredients
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
Used as a frangrance. Can be irritating. Might have some anti-bacterial properties
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence is lacking
A plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritants
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
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Cellulose, 1,2-hexanediol, Glycerin, Houttuynia cordata powder, Polygonum fagopyrum sprout extract, Triticum vulgare sprout extract, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Artemisia princeps leaf extract, Oryza sativa powder, Melaleuca alternifolia extract, Morinda citrifolia extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Chlorella vulgaris powder, Carica papaya fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Taraxacum officinale leaf extract, Rosa damascena flower water, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Chamomilla recutita flower/leaf extract, Ocimum basilicum leaf extract, Monarda didyma leaf extract, Morus alba bark extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Mentha viridis extract, Origanum vulgare leaf extract, Saccharomyces/caragana sinica root ferment extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Kaolin, Glycine soja seed extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Oryza sativa bran, Sodium carbomer, Camellia sinensis leaf powder, Artemisia vulgaris extract, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Spirulina platensis powder, Pinus densiflora leaf powder, Maltodextrin, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Limonene
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