Works for
Evens skin toneTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate ~2.6–3.9%, below the ~4% it needsUnder-dosed
“0 Fl OZ Our luxurious face oil is formulated with THD ascorbate, a highly stable, oil soluble form of vitamin C that helps brighten and even skin tone, resulting in a glowing complexion.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate ~2.6–3.9%, below the ~4% it needs + 1 moreUnder-dosed
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Helianthus annuus seed oil + 7 moreWorks
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Balanites roxburghii seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~23–35%
- 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 triglycerideHelianthus annuus seed oil~9–13.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHeptyl undecylenate~5.6–8.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finish
More about Heptyl undecylenateSqualane~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateBalanites roxburghii seed oil~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An emollient. Could be irritating
More about Balanites roxburghii seed oilLimnanthes alba seed oil~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilPersea gratissima oil~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilTocopheryl acetate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateOryza sativa bran extract~0.45–1.1%
Helianthus annuus extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractTocopherol~0.1–0.45%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Heptyl undecylenate, Squalane, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Balanites roxburghii seed oil, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Oryza sativa bran extract, Helianthus annuus extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Tocopherol
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| NaturiumVitamin C Face OilYOUR PRODUCT | SKKN by KimOil Drops | BloomeffectsRoyal Tulip Vitamin C Facial Oil | Cirem SkincareMending Moon Moonglow Face Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 58% | 55% |
| Price | $19.88 | — | $85.00+$65.12 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Glycine Soja Oil | Niacinamide | Prickly Pear Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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