Neal's Yard Remedies Frankincense Intense Hand Treatment Serum
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MoisturizingHelianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin + 11 moreWorks
“The high-performing, multi-action hand, nail and cuticle treatment is specifically formulated to target the visible signs of ageing with powerful hydrating, smoothing and firming action.”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, borago officinalis seed oil.
Anti-agingTocopherol, Butyrospermum parkii butterNot delivered
“Ribose and plumping Sodium Hyaluronate helps to fill in and soften the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, whilst Narcissus extract visibly tightens sagging skin with its age-defying powers.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Evens skin toneNarcissus tazetta bulb extractNot delivered
“Powered by essential oils harvested from sustainably-sourced Omani Frankincense (a precious resin traditionally used for its deep, relaxing aroma) the serum infuses skin with its delicate and soothing fragrance, whilst conditioning Rosehip seed oil – packed with provitamin A – works in tandem with antioxidant Turmeric, to target age spots and even skin tone.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~5.9–7.2%
- 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 oilGlycerin~4–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinGlycine soja oil~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilCetearyl alcohol~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholXanthan gum~1.8–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumRosa canina fruit oil~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilBertholletia excelsa seed oil~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Borago officinalis seed oil~1.2–1.5%
- 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 oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedBenzyl alcohol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCurcuma longa root extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractRibose~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sclerotium gum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumLevulinic acid~0.35–0.65%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Tocopherol~0.4–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilButyrospermum parkii butter~0.35–0.6%
- 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 butterVitis vinifera seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilBoswellia sacra resin oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.2–0.4%
- 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 juice powderSodium levulinate~0.2–0.4%
Citrus nobilis peel oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilCitrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Commiphora confusa resin oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilCommiphora myrrha oil~0.2–0.35%
Boswellia neglecta resin oil~0.25–0.45%
Narcissus tazetta bulb extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might contain compounds called dormins that in theory could help lighten skin and reduce hyperpigmentation, but solid research is lacking
More about Narcissus tazetta bulb extractLimonene~0.15–0.3%
- 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%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Farnesol~0.15–0.25%
Citral~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin, Glycine soja oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Xanthan gum, Rosa canina fruit oil, Bertholletia excelsa seed oil, Borago officinalis seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Benzyl alcohol, Curcuma longa root extract, Ribose, Sclerotium gum, Levulinic acid, Potassium sorbate, Tocopherol, Sodium hyaluronate, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Boswellia sacra resin oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Sodium levulinate, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Commiphora confusa resin oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Commiphora myrrha oil, Boswellia neglecta resin oil, Narcissus tazetta bulb extract, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Farnesol, Citral
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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.
| Neal's Yard RemediesFrankincense Intense Hand Treatment SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Goldfaden MDHands to Heart Brightening Hand Treatment | GaranciaÉclair de Lune Dark Spot Corrector Hands & Face | Kiehl'sMicro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides and Peptide | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 31% | 31% | 31% |
| Price | $55.00 | $37.45−$17.55 | $39.42−$15.58 | $62.42+$7.42 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Arginine | Hydroxypalmitoyl Sphinganine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | 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 18 studies and safety reviews.
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