Philosophy Nature in A Jar Skin Reset Serum with Bakuchiol
Works for
Anti-agingBakuchiol, Adenosine + 3 moreWorks well
“Saturated with Bakuchiol, a natural alternative to Retinol, the formula works to minimise the visible signs of ageing, smoothing out the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, bakuchiol.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica leaf extract.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Bakuchiol, Tocopheryl acetate + 4 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (bakuchiol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Evens skin toneSide benefit · BakuchiolWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: bakuchiol
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Bakuchiol, Centella asiatica leaf extractMay help
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains bakuchiol.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 13 moreWorks
“Hydrating overnight mask made with detoxifying complex wheatgrass + broccoli + ginger extracts.”
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:
glycerin, hyaluronic acid.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlyceryl stearate~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoatePolyglyceryl-2 diisostearate~1.4–2.1%
Arachidyl alcohol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholCetyl alcohol~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholTocopheryl acetate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePrunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilBehenyl alcohol~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholBakuchiol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
More about BakuchiolDimethicone~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconeXanthan gum~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumArachidyl glucoside~0.3–0.75%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.3–0.7%
1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.75%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolMethylpropanediol~0.15–0.6%
Sodium pca~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilOlea europaea leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Olea europaea leaf extractAdenosine~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineCitric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHyaluronic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidSilanetriol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica leaf extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractCyamopsis tetragonoloba gum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydroxide~0.05–0.2%
Tocopherol~0.05–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Polyglyceryl-2 diisostearate, Arachidyl alcohol, Cetyl alcohol, Tocopheryl acetate, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Behenyl alcohol, Bakuchiol, Dimethicone, Xanthan gum, Arachidyl glucoside, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Methylpropanediol, Sodium pca, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Olea europaea leaf extract, Adenosine, Citric acid, Hyaluronic acid, Silanetriol, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum, Sodium hydroxide, Tocopherol
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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.
| PhilosophyNature in A Jar Skin Reset Serum with BakuchiolYOUR PRODUCT | Dr Dennis GrossFerulic Acid + Retinol Brightening Solution | numbuzinNo.3 Bifida Bakuchiol Zero Pore Serum | Dr.GR.E.D Blemish Bakuchiol Pore-Jet Serum | |
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| Match | — | 80% | 79% | 77% |
| Price | — | — | $17.81 | $26.47 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | High | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Philosophy - Nature in A Jar Skin Reset Serum with Bakuchiol" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging and Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Anti-blemish and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- this product contains Bakuchiol (0.40% - 0.90%). It is a plant extract that is has a similar effect to that of Retinoids but with less irritation. Bakuchiol can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation.
- Adenosine 0.10% - 0.40%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
- Humectants (sodium pca 0.15% - 0.50%, hyaluronic acid 0.10% - 0.35% and glycerin 4.10% - 6.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 24.85£ up to 49.00£ in the United Kingdom, from 57.40A$ up to 82.00A$ in Australia and from 49.00$ up to 58.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 3Bakuchiol in the Management of Acne-affected Skinresearchgate.net
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