Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Exfoliation
- Anti-oxidation
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 10
Key actives
Product Summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Origins - Love and Glow GinZing Radiance-Boosting Regimen" works well for moisturizing the skin. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Humectants in this product (algae extract, glycerin, hydroxyethyl urea, sodium hyaluronate and sodium pca) 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). Emollients in this formulation (phytosphingosine, algae extract, dimethicone, squalane and cetearyl alcohol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.20% - 0.70%). 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 69.00CA$ in Canada.
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Works for
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
The GinZing™ Into the Glow Brightening Serum visibly smooths texture, refines pores, and brightens dull skin.
Source: Sephora CA
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: hydroxyethyl urea.
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
The bestselling GinZing™ Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer visibly boosts radiance and delivers up to 72 hours of hydration.
Source: Sephora CA
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: dimethicone, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: phytosphingosine
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
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.
Brown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
Plant 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
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Red seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help stabilize the product formulation
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have a weak skin-lightening effect, but solid research is missing
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
Plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function, but research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
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
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin
Helps to stabilize the product formulation while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be irritating
A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
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
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
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
Softens 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.
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
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
Anti-oxidation
This product contains antioxidants (tartaric acid) 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.
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
Brown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
Red seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
Plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function, but research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
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
A more stable but less potent derivative of vitamin C. It can help neautralize free radicals and even out the skin tone if used in high enough concentration (required levels are likely to be much higher than for pure vitamin C, and solid studies are lacking at the moment)
A 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.
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
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
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Exfoliation | |
| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 100/100.
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Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Behenic acid, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Palmitic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Lauric acid, Stearic acid, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Mentha viridis leaf oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Lavandula hybrida oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Styrax benzoin gum, Linalool, Limonene, Tourmaline, Laminaria saccharina extract, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Cetearyl alcohol, Polyquaternium-7, Butylene glycol, Disodium edta, Peg-3 distearate, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Butylene glycol, C9-12 alkane, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Tartaric acid, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Lactic acid, Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Mentha viridis leaf oil, Citral, Linalool, Limonene, Panax ginseng root extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Pyruvic acid, Salicylic acid, Caffeine, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Tocopheryl acetate, Avena sativa kernel extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Trehalose, Squalane, Glycerin, Algae extract, Menthol, Lecithin, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Xanthan gum, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 60, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Plankton extract, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Ci 15510, Water, Butylene glycol, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Silica, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Isopropyl isostearate, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Mentha viridis leaf oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Simmondsia chinensis butter, Hydroxyethyl urea, Hordeum vulgare extract, Trehalose, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Sodium polyaspartate, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium pca, Helianthus annuus seedcake, Sorbitol, Caffeine, Linoleic acid, Ophiopogon japonicus root extract, Squalane, Sodium hyaluronate, Ppg-15 stearyl ether, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Carbomer, Caprylyl glycol, Xanthan gum, Sodium hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Butylene glycol, Peg-100 stearate, Dimethicone, Silica, Cetyl ricinoleate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Glycerin, Panax ginseng root extract, Coffea arabica seed oil, Caffeine, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Aminopropyl ascorbyl phosphate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hypnea musciformis extract, Gelidiella acerosa extract, Sigesbeckia orientalis extract, Ascophyllum nodosum extract, Chrysanthellum indicum extract, Asparagopsis armata extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Molasses extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Linoleic acid, Phytosphingosine, Tocopheryl acetate, Methyl trimethicone, Trehalose, Tribehenin, Inulin, Sorbitol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Tocopherol, Myristyl alcohol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Jojoba wax peg-120 esters, Carbomer, Behenyl alcohol, Sodium hydroxide, Bht, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium metabisulfite, Sodium sulfite, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Sorbic acid, Potassium sorbate, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Ci 77163
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