Naturopathica Vitamin C Revitalizing Lotion
Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingHelianthus annuus seed oil, Superoxide dismutase + 10 moreGood evidence
“An ultra-light daily moisturizer that helps prevent the visible signs of aging and improve elasticity by blending vitamin C and kudzu extract.”
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:
glycerin, aloe barbadensis leaf juice.
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: chondrus crispus extract, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Anti-agingAloe barbadensis leaf juice, Butyrospermum parkii butterModerate evidence
“An ultra-light daily moisturizer that helps prevent the visible signs of aging and improve elasticity by blending vitamin C and kudzu extract.”
This product contains superoxide dismutase. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNo evidence
“Vitamin CBrightens the skin and helps protect against environmental stressors”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Superoxide dismutase, Borago officinalis seed oil + 3 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (superoxide dismutase) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower water, Ascorbic acid/orange/citrus limon/citrus aurantifolia polypeptides + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Chondrus crispus extract~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractGlycerin~3.3–5%
- 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 GlycerinHelianthus annuus seed oil~2.8–4.2%
- 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 oilAloe barbadensis leaf juice~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateSqualane~1.6–2.3%
- 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 SqualaneRosa damascena flower water~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterAscorbic acid/orange/citrus limon/citrus aurantifolia polypeptides~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pueraria lobata symbiosome extract~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Avena sativa bran extract~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Glycoproteins~0.35–0.8%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterPhospholipids~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsSuperoxide dismutase~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant enzyme that is naturally present in skin. It can help support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin. It is used in topical medications for inflammatory skin conditions including atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. There are three types of natural Superoxide Dismutase in human skin. The compound used in topical treatments and cosmetics are mimics of typically one of these natural variants
More about Superoxide dismutaseBorago officinalis seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilUrtica dioica leaf extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa centifolia bud extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinRosa damascena flower oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilTilia cordata flower extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractP-anisic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidSclerotium gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumXanthan gum~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
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 acidIngredient list view
Water, Chondrus crispus extract, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Squalane, Rosa damascena flower water, Ascorbic acid/orange/citrus limon/citrus aurantifolia polypeptides, Pueraria lobata symbiosome extract, Avena sativa bran extract, Glycoproteins, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Phospholipids, Superoxide dismutase, Borago officinalis seed oil, Urtica dioica leaf extract, Rosa centifolia bud extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Rosa damascena flower oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Tilia cordata flower extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, P-anisic acid, Sclerotium gum, Xanthan gum, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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