PINKWONDER Tamanu Hero Mineral Salt Essence
Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Glycerin + 9 moreWorks well
“Mineral-rich essence with tamanu oil, bamboo salt, and Korean sea salt. Calms redness, soothes irritation, strengthens the skin barrier, and hydrates deeply for resilient, balanced, and refreshed skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, 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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Evens skin toneFerulic acidMay help
“Supports even skin tone and revitalized appearance”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: ferulic acid.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ferulic acid, Astaxanthin + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (astaxanthin, ferulic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingSide benefit · Ferulic acid, Astaxanthin + 1 moreMay help
This product contains astaxanthin, ferulic acid. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Allium cepa bulb extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.9–8.8%
- 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 glycolPanthenol~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about Panthenol1,2-hexanediol~2–3%
Glycerin~2.1–3.1%
- 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 GlycerinSea salt~1.6–2.4%
- 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 Sea saltBetaine~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineOctyldodeceth-16~1.2–1.8%
Potassium cocoyl hydrolyzed oat protein~0.95–1.45%
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose stearoxy ether~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker product formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose stearoxy etherFerulic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidPaeonia suffruticosa root extract~0.35–0.8%
Chrysanthemum zawadskii extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta-glucan~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSclerotium gum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumCyanocobalamin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminCalophyllum inophyllum seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia 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 oilAllium cepa bulb extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glyceryl caprylate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateOlea 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 extractAstaxanthin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to calm down inflammation
More about AstaxanthinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.1–0.5%
- 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 triglyceridePolyglyceryl-10 diisostearate~0.1–0.45%
Fullerenes~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pvp~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpHydrogenated lecithin~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Pentylene glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.05–0.15%
- 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 oilLimonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Panthenol, 1,2-hexanediol, Glycerin, Sea salt, Betaine, Octyldodeceth-16, Potassium cocoyl hydrolyzed oat protein, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose stearoxy ether, Ferulic acid, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Chrysanthemum zawadskii extract, Beta-glucan, Sodium hyaluronate, Sclerotium gum, Cyanocobalamin, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Allium cepa bulb extract, Glyceryl caprylate, Olea europaea leaf extract, Astaxanthin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate, Fullerenes, Pvp, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene glycol, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| PINKWONDERTamanu Hero Mineral Salt EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | NINE LESSB-Boost Kojic Acid Glow Toner Pad 180ml (80 pads) | AbibGlutathiosome Dark Spot Pad Vita Touch | VARI:HOPE8 Days Pure Vitamin C Toner Plus | |
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| Match | — | 59% | 58% | 56% |
| Price | $76.00 | $21.03−$54.97 | $16.99−$59.01 | $18.00−$58.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Vitamin C |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 26 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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