Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Glycerin + 9 moreWorks well
“Contains Honey Extract to removes skin impurities and moisturizes skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, snail secretion filtrate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin toneNiacinamideWorks well
“It also has the Anti-wrinkle and Whitening function.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingNiacinamide, AdenosineWorks well
“It also has the Anti-wrinkle and Whitening function.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolNiacinamide~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePeg/ppg-17/6 copolymer~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~1.6–2.4%
- 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 glycolCitrus paradisi fruit extract~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Snail secretion filtrate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare products
More about Snail secretion filtrateHoney extract~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractRoyal jelly extract~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A compound secreted by bees. Might be able to attract water to the top layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to honey and bee products
More about Royal jelly extractPropolis extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.3–0.7%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilOcimum basilicum oil~0.2–0.75%
Cedrus atlantica bark oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pogostemon cablin oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Thuja occidentalis leaf oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cistus ladaniferus resin~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilThymus vulgaris oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Methyl gluceth-20~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAdenosine~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerSodium polyacrylate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateChlorphenesin~0.05–0.2%
1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.15%
Caprylyl glycol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDisodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Niacinamide, Peg/ppg-17/6 copolymer, Butylene glycol, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Snail secretion filtrate, Honey extract, Royal jelly extract, Propolis extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Ocimum basilicum oil, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Pogostemon cablin oil, Thuja occidentalis leaf oil, Cistus ladaniferus resin, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Thymus vulgaris oil, Methyl gluceth-20, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Adenosine, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Sodium polyacrylate, Chlorphenesin, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Disodium edta
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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.
| NellaHoney 1 Multi Toning EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | MEDI-PEELAesthe Derma Red Marine Collagen Toner | TOSOWOONGCeramide Toner | Holika HolikaPrime Youth Black Snail Repair Emulsion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 98% | 98% | 97% |
| Price | — | — | $20.90 | $16.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 5 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 | Madecassoside | Beta-Glucan |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Formal Bee Propolis Vita C Essence TonerSNP Mini Royal Honey Essence
Product summary
"Nella - Honey 1 Multi Toning Essence" is effective for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.70% - 4.00%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Adenosine 0.10% - 0.35%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.10% - 0.40%, snail secretion filtrate 1.20% - 1.80% and glycerin 4.10% - 6.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 19.30$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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