PRODUCT REVIEW
Natural Instinct Vitamin C Camellia Oil
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What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Contains Vitamins A, B and E. This luxurious oil hydrates, firms and shields skin from free radical damage.
camellia oleifera seed oil
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
helianthus annuus seed oil
3.9% -
5.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
oenothera biennis oil
8.6% -
12.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
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Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
A high powered, lightweight anti-ageing facial oil that helps support collagen production and reduce the visible signs of damaging free radicals Struggling to fall asleep, combat that wired and tired feeling with Geranium Oil and Rosemary Extract to promote .
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
4.7% -
7.1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
CERTIFIED ORGANIC GERANIUM OIL & ROSEMARY EXTRACT Promotes clear skin, helps restore skin hydration and improves skin tone.
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
4.7% -
7.1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
Anti-oxidation
oenothera biennis oil
8.6% -
12.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
1.6% -
2.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
camellia oleifera seed oil
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
25/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Potential irritants
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
1.6% -
2.4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
No comodogenic ingredients detected
User reviews (0)
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
oenothera biennis oil
8.6% -
12.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-oxidation
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
4.7% -
7.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Evens skin tone,
Moisturizing
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
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Potential irritants
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
1.6% -
2.4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
camellia oleifera seed oil
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
oenothera biennis oil
8.6% -
12.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-oxidation
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
4.7% -
7.1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Evens skin tone,
Moisturizing
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
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Ingredient list view
Camellia oleifera seed oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower extract
Sources
- Assessment of penetration of Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate into biological membranes by molecular dynamics
- Stability evaluation of tocopheryl acetate and ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate in isolation and incorporated in cosmetic formulations using thermal analysis
- A new lipophilic pro-vitamin C, tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid (VC-IP), prevents UV-induced skin pigmentation through its anti-oxidative properties
- New lipophilic pro-vitamin C, tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid (VC-IP), suppresses senile lentigo through controlling of melanocytes-keratinocytes interaction
- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gel
- Safety Assessment of Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics