Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing20 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Luminous Moisture Cream”
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:
algae extract, 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: cera microcristallina, cocos nucifera oil.
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimWeak support
“Restore luminosity and drench skin in 24-hour intense hydration with Nars Luminous Moisture Cream, a luxurious skin moisturiser for everyday use.Enriched with beech bud extract to boost collagen production and potent antioxidants to combat free radical damage, Nars Luminous Moisture Cream also contains plankton extract and wild thyme extract, replenishing and restoring the fresh and smooth look of skin, which naturally diminishes over time.Helping skin look brighter, suppler and visibly firmed, it can be used on normal to dry and seasonally dry skin for beneficial effects.After an in-vitro test, final sensory results after four weeks found that 83% of those tested agreed that the product improved the texture of their skin, and 80% agreed the skin was left feeling firmer and more luminous.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Gardenia taitensis flower extract + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.4–5.4%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~4.1–5%
- 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 glycolTriethylhexanoin~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinHydrogenated polyisobutene~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneStearyl alcohol~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholMicrocrystalline wax~1.8–2.1%
Cera microcristallina~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
More about Cera microcristallinaPentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateGlyceryl stearate se~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seHydrogenated polydecene~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideStearic acid~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPeg-32~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-32Peg-6~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-6Safflower oil/palm oil aminopropanediol esters~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated palm oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm oilCocos nucifera oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilElaeis guineensis kernel oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Elaeis guineensis kernel oilPhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumElaeis guineensis oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Elaeis guineensis oilEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.5%
Potassium hydroxide~0.3–0.55%
Peg-25 hydrogenated castor oil~0.3–0.55%
Sea water~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterMaris aqua~0.25–0.5%
Sea water~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterCarbomer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateTrisodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Gardenia taitensis flower extract~0.25–0.5%
Algae extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractSophora japonica root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Barium sulfate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Thymus serpyllum extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopherol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.5%
Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidFagus sylvatica bud extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plankton extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Plankton extractAlumina~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaCitral~0.2–0.4%
Geraniol~0.2–0.35%
Limonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.3%
Mica~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 77891~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Iron oxides~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 77492~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Triethylhexanoin, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Stearyl alcohol, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Glyceryl stearate se, Hydrogenated polydecene, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Stearic acid, Peg-32, Peg-6, Safflower oil/palm oil aminopropanediol esters, Hydrogenated palm oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Elaeis guineensis kernel oil, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Elaeis guineensis oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Peg-25 hydrogenated castor oil, Sea water, Maris aqua, Sea water, Carbomer, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Trisodium edta, Gardenia taitensis flower extract, Algae extract, Sophora japonica root extract, Barium sulfate, Thymus serpyllum extract, Tocopherol, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid, Fagus sylvatica bud extract, Plankton extract, Alumina, Citral, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Iron oxides, Ci 77492
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 5Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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