Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Hydrolyzed soy protein + 7 moreWorks
“Laminaria helps de-shine the T-zone without stripping & protects moisture levels to prevent parching.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": faex, glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Exfoliates away flakes, pore-clogging debris & smooths rough spots.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Alcohol denat. + 11 more — 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%
Lavandula angustifolia flower extract~7.8–9.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractAnthemis nobilis flower extract~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractAlcohol denat.~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Butylene glycol~2.3–2.9%
- 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 glycolAnthemis nobilis flower oil~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilMentha viridis leaf oil~1.6–2%
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilLavandula hybrida oil~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.8–1.2%
- 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
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilStyrax benzoin gum~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Geraniol~0.5–0.75%
Linalool~0.45–0.65%
Citronellol~0.35–0.65%
Eugenol~0.3–0.55%
Limonene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHamamelis virginiana extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractOryza sativa bran extract~0.3–0.5%
Cladosiphon okamuranus extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Laminaria saccharina extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Laminaria saccharina extractEugenia caryophyllus flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Eugenia caryophyllus flower extractHydrolyzed soy protein~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinHydrolyzed wheat protein~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinHydrolyzed corn protein~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coconut acid~0.3–0.6%
Jojoba wax peg-120 esters~0.15–0.3%
Caffeine~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineGlycerin~0.2–0.4%
- 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 GlycerinPolyquaternium-7~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateDextrin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinYeast extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractFaex~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FaexYeast extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractDisodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Alcohol denat., Butylene glycol, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Mentha viridis leaf oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Lavandula hybrida oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Styrax benzoin gum, Geraniol, Linalool, Citronellol, Eugenol, Limonene, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Oryza sativa bran extract, Cladosiphon okamuranus extract, Laminaria saccharina extract, Eugenia caryophyllus flower extract, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Hydrolyzed corn protein, Coconut acid, Jojoba wax peg-120 esters, Caffeine, Glycerin, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium hyaluronate, Dextrin, Yeast extract, Faex, Yeast extract, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Unknown
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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.
| OriginsUnited State Balancing TonicYOUR PRODUCT | NEOGEN X SUR.MEDICDermalogy Bio-peel Gentle Gauze Peeling Wine 30pcs | CliniqueiD: Moisturizer + Concentrate for Pores & Uneven Texture | Estée LauderRevitalizing Supreme+ - Global Anti-Aging Instant Refinishing Facial | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 31% | 31% |
| Price | — | $29.10 | $50.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Glycolic Acid | Acetyl Glucosamine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Origins - United State Balancing Tonic" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 0.20% - 0.40%, faex 0.15% - 0.25% and sodium hyaluronate 0.15% - 0.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Safety Assessment of Anthemis nobilis– Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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