RiRe

RiRe Heartleaf Calming Stick

Name: RiRe - Heartleaf Calming Stick
Brand: RiRe

Efficacy87/100IrritancyHigh

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2 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Anti-aging

Adenosine, Beta-glucan + 1 more

Strong evidence

What the product description says

“Anti-aging ingredients like adenosine improve skin elasticity to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”

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This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.

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.

AdenosineKey activeEffect: HighMight 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)~0.1–0.5%

Beta-glucanEffect: LowHelps 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~0.2–0.75%

Centella asiatica extractUnder-dosedEffect: MediumA 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. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.35–0.8%

Moisturizing

Trehalose, Beta-glucan + 11 more

Good evidence

What the product description says

“Formulated with beta-glucan, aloe extract and centella asiatica extract to calm irritation and deliver moisturizing effects.”

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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, trehalose.

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: dimethicone, bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane.

TrehaloseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.65%

Beta-glucanKey activeEffect: HighHelps 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~0.2–0.75%

Corallina officinalis extractKey activeEffect: HighRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants~0.05–0.25%

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.45–1.05%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~3.9–5.8%

Peg-12 dimethiconeKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.3–0.75%

AdenosineKey activeEffect: MediumMight 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)~0.1–0.5%

Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.85–1.25%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.95–1.45%

Peg-8· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product consistency~2–2.9%

AllantoinUnder-dosedEffect: HighHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated~0.15–0.5%

PanthenolUnder-dosedEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.15–0.65%

Centella asiatica extractUnder-dosedEffect: HighA 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. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.35–0.8%

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · Arbutin, Melia azadirachta flower extract + 8 more

Moderate evidence

This product contains antioxidants (arbutin) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

ArbutinKey activeEffect: MediumBeta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin~1.2–1.9%

Melia azadirachta flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin~0.1–0.4%

Ocimum sanctum leaf extractEffect: LowA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals~0.1–0.4%

AdenosineEffect: LowMight 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)~0.1–0.5%

Aloe barbadensis flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.05–0.2%

Solanum melongena fruit extractEffect: LowEggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.05–0.15%

Coccinia indica fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin~0.05–0.2%

Corallina officinalis extractEffect: LowRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants~0.05–0.25%

Evens skin tone

Not advertised by the brand · Arbutin

Moderate evidence

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: arbutin.

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

3 strong irritants: Citrus limon fruit extract, Parfum + 1 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 15 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Ethyl hexanediolUsed to dissolve other ingredients. Might be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.85%est.

Citrus limon fruit extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivityHigh~0.2–0.8%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.15–0.65%est.

Ocimum sanctum leaf extractA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicalsHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

Melia azadirachta leaf extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.3%est.

Curcuma longa root extractA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritantHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

Aloe barbadensis flower extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effectHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

Sodium stearateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~4.2–6.4%est.

Peg-8Used to create a nice product consistencyMedium~2–2.9%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.45–1%est.

ArbutinBeta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutinMedium~1.2–1.9%est.

Centella asiatica extractA 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. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.Medium~0.35–0.8%est.

Melia azadirachta flower extractA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~0.1–0.4%est.

Coccinia indica fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~0.05–0.2%est.

Solanum melongena fruit extractEggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effectMedium~0.05–0.15%est.

Comedogenic

1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

1 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Corallina officinalis extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants3/5~0.05–0.25%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~3.9–5.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

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Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Sodium stearate~4.2–6.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

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Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Dipropylene glycol~2.5–3.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying

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Peg-8~2–2.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product consistency

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1,2-hexanediol~0.45–1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Houttuynia cordata extract~1.3–2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Arbutin~1.2–1.9%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationEvens skin tone

Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin

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Butylene glycol~0.95–1.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~0.85–1.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Polymethyl methacrylate~0.55–1.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections

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Dimethicone~0.45–1.05%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

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

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Ethyl hexanediol~0.35–0.85%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used to dissolve other ingredients. Might be irritating

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Peg-12 dimethicone~0.3–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Centella asiatica extract~0.35–0.8%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Reduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryReduces rednessMoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidationAnti-blemish

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. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.

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Citrus limon fruit extract~0.2–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity

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Beta-glucan~0.2–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-blemishAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

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

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Parfum~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Panthenol~0.15–0.65%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Trehalose~0.15–0.65%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin

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Xanthan gum~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Allantoin~0.15–0.5%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-blemishExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Peg-12 allyl ether~0.15–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Adenosine~0.1–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingMoisturizingAnti-oxidation

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)

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Water~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Peg-12~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Melia azadirachta flower extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin

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Ocimum sanctum leaf extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals

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Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

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Curcuma longa root extract~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant

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Corallina officinalis extract~0.05–0.25%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants

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Coccinia indica fruit extract~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin

More about Coccinia indica fruit extract

Solanum melongena fruit extract~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Aloe barbadensis flower extract~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Sodium stearate, Dipropylene glycol, Peg-8, 1,2-hexanediol, Houttuynia cordata extract, Arbutin, Butylene glycol, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Polymethyl methacrylate, Dimethicone, Ethyl hexanediol, Peg-12 dimethicone, Centella asiatica extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Beta-glucan, Parfum, Panthenol, Trehalose, Xanthan gum, Allantoin, Peg-12 allyl ether, Adenosine, Water, Peg-12, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract

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Product summary

"RiRe - Heartleaf Calming Stick" is effective for: Anti-aging

This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing and Evens skin tone, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

Adenosine 0.10% - 0.50%. 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 (trehalose 0.15% - 0.65% and glycerin 3.90% - 5.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.