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MoisturizingSclerocarya birrea seed oil, Oenothera biennis oil + 3 moreWorks
“A rich moisturizing formulation.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: borago officinalis seed oil, oenothera biennis 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).
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Naturally fights free radicals and contains anti-aging properties.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Pelargonium graveolens oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Sclerocarya birrea seed oil~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilOenothera biennis oil~7.8–11.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilPersea gratissima oil~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilBorago officinalis seed oil~3.4–5%
- 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 oilOlea europaea fruit oil~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilPelargonium graveolens oil~0.3–0.7%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilIngredient list view
Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Persea gratissima oil, Borago officinalis seed oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil
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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.
| olio e ossoFinishing OilYOUR PRODUCT | Little Barn Apothecaryfortifying face oil | TanOrganicMoisturising Multi-Use Dry Oil | JASONMaximum Strength Vitamin E 45,000 I.U. Pure Natural Skin Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | $30.00 | $65.00+$35.00 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Meadowfoam Seed Oil | Agran Oil | Kukui Nut Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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