Works for
ExfoliationMaris salNot delivered
“Micropulverized Dead Sea salts combined with wheat germ and jojoba oils form this blend to gently exfoliate dead skin and remove dead skin cells.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with maris sal, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Anti-agingAscorbic acidNot delivered
“Pin Up Secret Secret de Soie Body Scrub 400g is a gentle body scrub, formulated to renew your skin and delay the appearance of age marks.”
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 · Paraffinum liquidum, Isopropyl myristate + 3 moreWorks well
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: simmondsia chinensis seed oil, isopropyl myristate.
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: paraffinum liquidum
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Maris sal~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salParaffinum liquidum~6.3–9.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumIsopropyl myristate~4.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~3–4.5%
- 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 fruit oil~2–3%
- 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 oilTriticum vulgare germ oil~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilParfum~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTocopheryl acetate~1–1.5%
- 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 acetateMagnesium chloride~0.9–1.3%
Ascorbic acid~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidLinalool~0.45–1.1%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.4–0.95%
Benzyl benzoate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateCoumarin~0.2–0.75%
Benzyl salicylate~0.15–0.65%
Limonene~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCi 26100~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Ci 47005~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 61570~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Maris sal, Paraffinum liquidum, Isopropyl myristate, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Parfum, Tocopheryl acetate, Magnesium chloride, Ascorbic acid, Linalool, Hexyl cinnamal, Benzyl benzoate, Coumarin, Benzyl salicylate, Limonene, Unknown, Unknown, Ci 26100, Ci 47005, Ci 61570
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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.
| Pin Up SecretSecret de Soie Body ScrubYOUR PRODUCT | Sanctuary SpaClassic Salt Scrub | FARMAPOLCREMOBAZA 50% | Lux JapanCelestial Escape Body Scrub | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 40% | 38% |
| Price | — | $16.69 | — | $40.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Evening Primrose Oil | Hydroxyethyl Urea | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Löwengrip Healthy Glow Body ScrubMAPUTI Organic Fragrance Cushion Scrub
Product summary
"Pin Up Secret - Secret de Soie Body Scrub" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this product it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.55% - 1.30%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
Price
The product retails for 17.90£ 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 2 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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