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Origins Original Skin Cooling Finishing Primer

Name: Origins - Original Skin Cooling Finishing Primer
Brand: Origins

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Moisturizing

Dimethicone, Glycerin + 19 more

Works

What the product description says

“Infused with Willowherb, the lightweight foam delivers ice-cold moisture and hydration, whilst combating dullness and uneven skin tone to reveal a smoother, more refined texture.”

Source: Lookfantastic

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: arginine, galactoarabinan.

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: arginine, cera alba.

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~4.5–5.5%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~2.5–3%

Cera albaKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen~0.4–0.65%

Hydrolyzed jojoba estersKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.5%

GalactoarabinanKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.5%

ArginineKey active· Humectant, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin~0.25–0.45%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.5%

SucroseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighCan 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~0.25–0.45%

Glucosamine hclKey active· HumectantEffect: HighMight be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.~0.25–0.45%

Dimethicone crosspolymerKey activeEffect: MediumUsed to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface~0.25–0.5%

Castanea sativa seed extractKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumA plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help neutralize free radicals~0.25–0.5%

PhospholipidsKey activeEffect: MediumEmollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product~0.25–0.5%

Rosa damascena flower oilEffect: LowUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating~0.45–0.65%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.3–0.55%

Scutellaria baicalensis root extract· HumectantEffect: LowA 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~0.25–0.45%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.25–0.5%

Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.25–0.5%

Cucumis sativus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect~0.25–0.5%

Laminaria saccharina extractUnder-dosedA 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~0.25–0.5%

Pyrus malus fruit extractUnder-dosedCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~0.25–0.5%

Laminaria digitata extractUnder-dosedSeaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment~0.25–0.5%

Evens skin tone

Glucosamine hcl, Albizia julibrissin bark extract + 2 more

May help

What the product description says

“Infused with Willowherb, the lightweight foam delivers ice-cold moisture and hydration, whilst combating dullness and uneven skin tone to reveal a smoother, more refined texture.”

Source: Lookfantastic

This product might be able to help reduce hyperpigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains salicylic acid. The effect, if any, is likely to be small. 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.

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: albizia julibrissin bark extract, glucosamine hcl.

Glucosamine hclKey activeEffect: MediumMight be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.~0.25–0.45%

Albizia julibrissin bark extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing~0.25–0.5%

Salicylic acidEffect: LowUsed 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)~0.25–0.5%

Pisum sativum extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking~0.25–0.5%

Exfoliation

Side benefit · Salicylic acid

Works well

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: salicylic acid.

Salicylic acidKey activeEffect: HighUsed 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)~0.25–0.5%

Anti-blemish

Side benefit · Salicylic acid

Works well

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

Salicylic acidHeroEffect: HighUsed 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)~0.25–0.5%

Anti-oxidation

Side benefit · Castanea sativa seed extract, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract + 9 more

May help

This product contains antioxidants (castanea sativa seed extract, epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract) 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.

Castanea sativa seed extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help neutralize free radicals~0.25–0.5%

Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that might contain antioxidants~0.25–0.5%

Pelargonium graveolens flower oilEffect: LowAn essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation~1.2–1.4%

Albizia julibrissin bark extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing~0.25–0.5%

Scutellaria baicalensis root extractEffect: LowA 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~0.25–0.45%

CaffeineEffect: LowMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes~0.25–0.5%

Glucosamine hclEffect: LowMight be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.~0.25–0.45%

Tocopheryl acetateEffect: Low, below effective doseA 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.~0.3–0.55%

Laminaria digitata extractEffect: Low, below effective doseSeaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment~0.25–0.5%

Pyrus malus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~0.25–0.5%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

17 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 15 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 34 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Alcohol denat.Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve productsHigh~2–2.4%est.

Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilAn essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~1.7–2%est.

Citrus limon peel oilA highly irritating fragranceHigh~1.4–1.7%est.

Pelargonium graveolens flower oilAn essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidationHigh~1.2–1.4%est.

Lavandula angustifolia oilAn essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.95–1.15%est.

Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilA plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivityHigh~0.55–0.8%est.

Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oilAn essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and sensitizingHigh~0.45–0.65%est.

Rosa damascena flower oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.45–0.65%est.

Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilAn essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.35–0.6%est.

Zingiber officinale root oilAn essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivityHigh~0.4–0.6%est.

Mentha viridis leaf oilUsed as a fragrance and can be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.65%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.5%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

EugenolA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractA plant extract that might contain antioxidantsHigh~0.25–0.5%est.

Scutellaria baicalensis root extractA 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 propertiesHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

Albizia julibrissin bark extractA plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.

Salicylic acidUsed 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)High~0.25–0.5%est.

Cucumis sativus fruit extractMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effectMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Pyrus malus fruit extractCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar contentMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Pisum sativum extractMight be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lackingMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

CaffeineMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyesMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Castanea sativa seed extractA plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help neutralize free radicalsMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Cera albaForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergenMedium~0.4–0.65%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.3–0.55%est.

GalactoarabinanHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.3–0.5%est.

Hexylene glycolHelps create a more spreadable product textureMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Comedogenic

2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

2 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Laminaria digitata extractSeaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment3/5~0.25–0.5%est.

Laminaria saccharina extractA seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations3/5~0.25–0.5%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Dimethyl ether~6.6–8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Dimethicone~4.5–5.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

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

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Silica~3.3–4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

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Glycerin~2.5–3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Alcohol denat.~2–2.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

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Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~1.7–2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Citrus limon peel oil~1.4–1.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A highly irritating fragrance

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Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~1.2–1.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation

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Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.95–1.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties

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Amyris balsamifera bark oil~0.65–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · high

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

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Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil~0.45–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and sensitizing

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Rosa damascena flower oil~0.45–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.35–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Antibacterial

An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties

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Zingiber officinale root oil~0.4–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity

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Mentha viridis leaf oil~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance and can be irritating

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Limonene~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Linalool~0.3–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citronellol~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Eugenol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Citral~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.5%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might contain antioxidants

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Cistus incanus flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

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

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Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.25–0.5%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content

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Scutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationMoisturizingReduces irritationAntibacterial

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

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Bambusa vulgaris extract~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Pisum sativum extract~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Evens skin tone

Might be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking

More about Pisum sativum extract

Albizia julibrissin bark extract~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryEvens skin toneAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing

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Caffeine~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

De-puffingAnti-oxidation

Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes

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Castanea sativa seed extract~0.25–0.5%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help neutralize free radicals

More about Castanea sativa seed extract

Laminaria digitata extract~0.25–0.5%

Under-dosedComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment

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Arginine~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin

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Salicylic acid~0.25–0.5%

Hero · Anti-blemishIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryAnti-blemishExfoliationAntibacterialEvens skin tone

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)

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Laminaria saccharina extract~0.25–0.5%

Under-dosedComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

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

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Hydrolyzed jojoba esters~0.3–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Sucrose~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Can 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

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Phospholipids~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product

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Butylene glycol~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Dimethicone crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture

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Cera alba~0.4–0.65%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen

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Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

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.

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Silica silylate~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps create a thicker product consistency

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Galactoarabinan~0.3–0.5%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Tromethamine~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Hexylene glycol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

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Sodium polyacrylate~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Mattifying

Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions

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Glucosamine hcl~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

AntibacterialMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

Might be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.

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Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions

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Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Mica~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Titanium dioxide~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

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

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Iron oxides~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

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

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Iron oxides~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

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 oxides

Iron oxides~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

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

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Ingredient list view

Water, Dimethyl ether, Dimethicone, Silica, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Amyris balsamifera bark oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Eugenia caryophyllus leaf oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Zingiber officinale root oil, Mentha viridis leaf oil, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Eugenol, Citral, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Cistus incanus flower/leaf/stem extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Pisum sativum extract, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Caffeine, Castanea sativa seed extract, Laminaria digitata extract, Arginine, Salicylic acid, Laminaria saccharina extract, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Sucrose, Phospholipids, Butylene glycol, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Cera alba, Caprylyl glycol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tocopheryl acetate, Silica silylate, Galactoarabinan, Tromethamine, Hexylene glycol, Sodium polyacrylate, Glucosamine hcl, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Iron oxides, Iron oxides, Iron oxides

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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.

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	OriginsOriginal Skin Cooling Finishing PrimerYOUR PRODUCT	SmashboxPhoto Finish Control Mattifying Primer Silkscreen Complex	e.l.f. CosmeticsAcne Fighting Putty Primer	NARSPore & Shine Control Primer
Match	—	81%	81%	79%
Price	—	$39.60	$12.00	$36.00
Shared key ingredients	—	6 of 16	4 of 16	3 of 16
Key difference	—	Betaine	Kaolin	Oleanolic Acid
Irritancy	High	Medium	Low	Medium
Drying alcohol	Contains drying alcohol	—	—	Contains drying alcohol
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Product summary

"Origins - Original Skin Cooling Finishing Primer" could be helpful for: Evens skin tone, Anti-oxidation and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

Humectants (sucrose 0.10% - 0.20%, glucosamine hcl 0.25% - 0.50%, galactoarabinan 0.30% - 0.55%, arginine 0.25% - 0.45%, glycerin 2.50% - 3.00%, sucrose 0.25% - 0.45% and sodium hyaluronate 0.25% - 0.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.