Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Glycerin + 4 moreWorks well
“Bamboo water, lemon and rosehip extracts, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid in this essence help brighten and moisturize skin.”
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Morus alba bark extract + 1 moreWorks well
“Moisturizes and reduces pigmentation.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: morus alba bark extract.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · NiacinamideWorks well
“Provides a skin-brightening synergy effect to lighten dark spots and blemishes”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Alcohol, Arnica montana flower extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Niacinamide~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideLeontopodium alpinum extract~4.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gentiana lutea root extract~4.4–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help strengthen the skin barrier function and improve skin moisture levels
More about Gentiana lutea root extractPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Alcohol~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about AlcoholRosa canina fruit extract~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking
More about Rosa canina fruit extractArnica montana flower extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Glycerin~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinBambusa vulgaris extract~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Achillea millefolium extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerPotassium hydroxide~0.3–0.7%
Morus alba bark extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence is lacking
More about Morus alba bark extractNelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.15–0.55%
Butylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolArtemisia absinthium extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.3%
Citrus limon fruit extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractSodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateDisodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Citric acid~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acid3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidIngredient list view
Niacinamide, Leontopodium alpinum extract, Gentiana lutea root extract, Potassium sorbate, Alcohol, Rosa canina fruit extract, Arnica montana flower extract, Sodium benzoate, Glycerin, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Achillea millefolium extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Potassium hydroxide, Morus alba bark extract, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Butylene glycol, Artemisia absinthium extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Citrus limon fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Disodium edta, Citric acid, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid
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| NACIFICPhyto Niacin Whitening EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | CCLIMGLAMAll About Pure Treatment Toner | MEDI-PEELDerma Maison EGF Triple Repair Toner | WardahWhite Secret Pure Treatment Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 97% | 96% | 96% |
| Price | $11.50 | $19.08+$7.58 | $52.55+$41.05 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Madecassoside | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"NACIFIC - Phyto Niacin Whitening Essence" is effective for: Anti-blemish, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (22.00% - 33.00%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.05% - 0.25% and glycerin 1.00% - 1.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 2499.99KSH in Kenya, for 35.80A$ in Australia, from 14.99$ up to 19.70$ in the United States and for 29.99£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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