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MCoBeauty Hydrating Day & Night Face Moisturiser - single
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MCoBeauty Hydrating Day & Night Face Moisturiser - single

Efficacy37/100IrritancyHigh
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1 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing
13 ingredients credited for this claim
Good support
What the product description says
“Hydrating Day & Night Face Moisturiser , single”
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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: erythritol, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, theobroma cacao seed butter.

ErythritolKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.45–1.1%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.5%
GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~1.5–2.2%
Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~2.8–4.1%
Theobroma cacao seed butterKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.35–0.85%
Ethylhexyl palmitateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture~1.3–1.9%
Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~3.1–4.6%
CyclopentasiloxaneKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin~0.85–1.25%
Glyceryl stearate seKey activeEffect: MediumUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient~4.8–7.3%
Macadamia integrifolia seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin~1–1.5%
Podocarpus elatus fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is missing~0.1–0.45%
Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~1.7–2.5%
Butyrospermum parkii butterUnder-dosedEffect: HighA 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~0.35–0.8%
Anti-aging
1 ingredient credited for this claim
Weak support
What the product description says
“WHAT IT DOES Intensely moisturises and deeply hydrates Promotes the skin's natural collagen production Reduces the appearance of fine lines WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT Intensely moisturising and nourishing, without feeling greasy or sticky Rich in hyaluronic acid, vitamin C and hibiscus extract Absorbs instantly into the skin Natural nut and seed oils and butters deeply restore dry and dehydrated skin Layers perfectly under your primer or sunscreen, creating the perfect makeup base”
Source: MCO beauty

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

Butyrospermum parkii butterEffect: Low, below effective doseA 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~0.35–0.8%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
3 strong irritants: Backhousia citriodora leaf oil, Geraniol + 1 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Backhousia citriodora leaf oilA plant oil containing volatile compounds. Used as a fragrance and can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.25%est.
GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.1%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.01–0.1%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~2.8–4.1%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~1.7–2.5%est.
Ceteareth-20Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient propertiesMedium~0.45–1.05%est.
Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lackingMedium~0.1–0.5%est.
Podocarpus elatus fruit extractA fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is missingMedium~0.1–0.45%est.
Ci 17200A red colorantMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
Comedogenic
6 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
6 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Ethylhexyl palmitateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture3/5~1.3–1.9%est.
Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect3/5~0.35–0.85%est.
Butyrospermum parkii butterA 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 radicals3/5~0.35–0.8%est.
Glyceryl stearate seUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient2/5~4.8–7.3%est.
Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~3.1–4.6%est.
Ceteareth-20Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties2/5~0.45–1.05%est.
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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Prunus amygdalus (almond) seed oil
Not recognized
Glyceryl stearate se~4.8–7.3%
Key activeComedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient

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Cetearyl alcohol~3.1–4.6%
Key activeComedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~2.8–4.1%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Caprylyl glycol~1.7–2.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Glycerin~1.5–2.2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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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Ethylhexyl palmitate~1.3–1.9%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture

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Macadamia integrifolia seed oil~1–1.5%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Cyclopentasiloxane~0.85–1.25%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MattifyingMoisturizing

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

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Erythritol~0.45–1.1%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Ceteareth-20~0.45–1.05%
Comedogenic 2/5Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties

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Theobroma cacao seed butter~0.35–0.85%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-dandruff

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.35–0.8%
Under-dosedComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-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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Xanthan gum~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture

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Hibiscus sabdariffa fruit extract~0.15–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa fruit extract
Sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.5%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.1–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking

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Podocarpus elatus fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

A fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is missing

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Pleiogynium timorense (burdekin plum) fruit
Not recognized
Backhousia citriodora leaf oil~0.05–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A plant oil containing volatile compounds. Used as a fragrance and can be irritating

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Pelargonium graveolens flower/leaf/stem extract~0.05–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Ci 17200~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A red colorant

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Geraniol~0.05–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Linalool~0.01–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Ingredient list view

Water, Unknown, Glyceryl stearate se, Cetearyl alcohol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Cyclopentasiloxane, Erythritol, Ceteareth-20, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Xanthan gum, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Hibiscus sabdariffa fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Podocarpus elatus fruit extract, Unknown, Backhousia citriodora leaf oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower/leaf/stem extract, Ci 17200, Geraniol, Linalool

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    Fatty acids profile of oil from nine varieties of Macadamia nuttandfonline.com
  3. 3
    Cocoa polyphenols and their influence on parameters involved in ex vivo skin restructuringncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  4. 4
    Final Report on On the Safety Assessment of Galactomannans As Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
  5. 5
    Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  6. 6
    Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin careresearchgate.net
MCoBeauty Hydrating Day & Night Face Moisturiser - single
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