Perricone MD Essential Fx Acyl-Glutathione Chia Facial Oil
Works for
Anti-agingPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Tocopherol + 1 moreNot delivered
“Improving your skin's elasticity, the nourishing but lightweight formula also works to soften the appearance of wrinkles and creases to leave you with a smoother looking complexion.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Ceramide np, Coco-caprylate/caprate + 15 moreWorks well
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cholesterol, linolenic acid.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 3 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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Coco-caprylate/caprate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateOlea europaea fruit oil~4.8–7.2%
- 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 oilIsododecane~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneHexylene glycol~3.1–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolSalvia hispanica seed oil~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
More about Salvia hispanica seed oilIsononyl isononanoate~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateLinum usitatissimum seed oil~1.5–2.2%
Macadamia ternifolia seed oil~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilPersea gratissima oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilPolysorbate 20~0.85–1.25%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilParfum~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCholesterol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolCeramide np~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npLinoleic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Linoleic acidPalmitic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidLinolenic acid~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidTocopherol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolAscorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateS-palmitoylglutathione~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMyristic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidLimonene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.4%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalCitronellol~0.05–0.25%
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Coco-caprylate/caprate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Isododecane, Hexylene glycol, Salvia hispanica seed oil, Isononyl isononanoate, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Polysorbate 20, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Parfum, Cholesterol, Ceramide np, Linoleic acid, Palmitic acid, Linolenic acid, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate, S-palmitoylglutathione, Stearic acid, Myristic acid, Limonene, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Benzyl alcohol
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Perricone MDEssential Fx Acyl-Glutathione Chia Facial OilYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueDaily Calm Soothing Repair Cream | Elizabeth ArdenAdvanced Ceramide Daily Serum Capsules x30 | Peter Thomas RothGreen Releaf Calming Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 49% | 45% | 45% |
| Price | — | $21.16 | $44.19 | $47.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Dimethicone | Retinyl Palmitate | Gluconolactone |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Perricone MD - Essential Fx Acyl-Glutathione Chia Facial Oil" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 0.40% - 0.90%). 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.
- Another helpful ingredient in this moisturizer is Linoleic Acid. It is one of the fatty acids naturally present in skin. It is part of the skin barrier. Preliminary research shows that it might be able to reduce clogged pores.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Perricone MD" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 79.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 2Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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