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“Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega-Mushroom Relief & Resilience Weightless Moisturizer”
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:
algae extract, glycerin.
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, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
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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 SqualaneSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilUsed 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 glycolOne 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 GlycerinHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateAn essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilA 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 oilUsed as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilAn essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Ganoderma lucidum extractPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractA plant extract containing sugars that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to help reduce pore size but evidence is lacking
More about Lens esculenta fruit extractCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractA plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractA 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 extractA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA 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 oilA fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateA plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Camelina sativa seed oilHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolA product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces ferment filtrateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateCan help neutralize free radicals in skin. Preliminary studies show that it can be more effective than coenzyme Q10 but studies on effective concentration for topical applications are lacking
More about ErgothioneineUsed to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaIncreases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerHelps 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 lecithinMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHelps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolUsed to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseWater, Squalane, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Pogostemon cablin oil, Boswellia carterii oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Geraniol, Ganoderma lucidum extract, Algae extract, Lens esculenta fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Fuscoporia obliqua sclerotium extract, Cordyceps sinensis extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Silybum marianum fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Lactobacillus ferment, Tocopheryl acetate, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Camelina sativa seed oil, Sorbitol, Saccharomyces ferment filtrate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Hippophae rhamnoides extract, Caffeine, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Sucrose, Polysorbate 20, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium lactate, Ergothioneine, Maltodextrin, Behenyl alcohol, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Sodium pca, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Hydrogenated lecithin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Palmitic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Hexylene glycol, T-butyl alcohol, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sucrose, Unknown
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