NISHIO PLANET Horse Placenta Moisturizing Beauty Essence
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingPhytosphingosine, Ceramide ap + 13 moreStrong evidence
“Horse Placenta Moisturizing Beauty Essence”
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, hydrolyzed collagen.
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: cholesterol, hydrolyzed collagen.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine
Anti-agingAscorbyl glucoside, Ascorbic acidModerate evidence
“This thick serum penetrates into the keratinized layer of the skin to improve elasticity and elasticity, leading to clearer skin.”
This product contains ascorbyl glucoside. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Ascorbyl glucoside, Arbutin + 1 moreModerate evidence
This product contains antioxidants (arbutin, ascorbyl glucoside) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Ascorbyl glucoside, Arbutin + 1 moreModerate evidence
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: arbutin, ascorbyl glucoside.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol, Rosa damascena flower oil — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.8–7.1%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPlacental extract~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ascorbic acid~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidAscorbyl glucoside~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideArbutin~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
More about ArbutinLac~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps form a film on the surface of the skin and disperse other ingredients (like colorants) in cosmetics. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by parasite insects living on trees
More about LacBarm extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed elastin~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateHydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide eop~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopCeramide np~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCeramide ap~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractHydrolyzed collagen~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenSoluble collagen~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenSuccinoyl atelocollagen~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Algin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginXanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCarbomer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPotassium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylatePhytosphingosine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineCholesterol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolPolyaminopropyl biguanide~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. There seem to be an increasing number of cases of allergic reactions to it
More about Polyaminopropyl biguanidePolysorbate 80~0.2–0.4%
Ppg-26~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilRosa damascena flower oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilPhenethyl alcohol~0.15–0.25%
Alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholIron oxides~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesTitanium dioxide~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxidePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Placental extract, Ascorbic acid, Ascorbyl glucoside, Arbutin, Lac, Barm extract, Hydrolyzed elastin, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Ceramide eop, Ceramide np, Ceramide ap, Unknown, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Unknown, Hydrolyzed collagen, Soluble collagen, Succinoyl atelocollagen, Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Unknown, Algin, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Polyaminopropyl biguanide, Polysorbate 80, Ppg-26, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Phenethyl alcohol, Alcohol, Iron oxides, Titanium dioxide, Phenoxyethanol
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| NISHIO PLANETHorse Placenta Moisturizing Beauty EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeSkin Renewing Vitamin C Eye Cream | RilastilAqua Intense 72h | SUNGBOON EDITORAlaska Salmon PDRN Ultra Moisturizing Barrier Cream | |
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| Match | — | 76% | 57% | 56% |
| Price | $42.80 | $17.88−$24.92 | $26.10−$16.70 | $19.50−$23.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 14 | 8 of 14 | 9 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Dimethicone | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "NISHIO PLANET - Horse Placenta Moisturizing Beauty Essence" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (glycerin, hydrolyzed collagen, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, sodium acetylated hyaluronate and sodium hyaluronate) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine, cholesterol and hydrolyzed collagen in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this moisturizer it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (1.80% - 2.20%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.25% - 0.45%, ceramide np 0.30% - 0.60%, ceramide eop 0.30% - 0.60% and ceramide ap 0.25% - 0.45%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 42.80$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Arbutin - Commentatymdedge.com
- 5TOPICAL TREATMENT OF MELASMAncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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