RITUALS The Ritual of Namaste Anti-Aging Day Cream
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingButyrospermum parkii butter, Glycerin + 13 moreGood evidence
“The Ritual of Namaste Anti-Aging Day Cream”
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.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol + 1 moreLimited evidence
“The Ritual of Namaste Anti-Aging Day Cream”
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.This ingredient - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Linalool, Benzyl salicylate + 2 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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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.8–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinIsoamyl laurate~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl lauratePolyglyceryl-3 dicitrate/stearate~2.8–3.4%
C10-18 triglycerides~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesButyrospermum parkii butter~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterGlyceryl stearate~1.6–2%
- 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 stearateAcacia decurrens/jojoba/sunflower seed cera/polyglyceryl-3 esters~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coco-caprylate/caprate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateCocoglycerides~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
More about CocoglyceridesDecyl cocoate~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Undecane~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecanePalmitoyl glycine~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia oleifera seed oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilSesamum indicum seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilNelumbo nucifera leaf cell extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tephrosia purpurea seed extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. The manufacturer claims that it can help "break down cortisol production in skin production in skin cells", but actual benefits to the skin are not clear
More about Tephrosia purpurea seed extractCrocus sativus flower extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilTridecane~0.25–0.45%
Propanediol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateBisabolol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololTocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolXanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPalmitic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPhytic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidLactic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Benzoic acid~0.2–0.35%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholLinalool~0.1–0.2%
Benzyl salicylate~0.1–0.15%
Limonene~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 LimoneneParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Isoamyl laurate, Polyglyceryl-3 dicitrate/stearate, C10-18 triglycerides, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glyceryl stearate, Acacia decurrens/jojoba/sunflower seed cera/polyglyceryl-3 esters, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Cocoglycerides, Decyl cocoate, Undecane, Palmitoyl glycine, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Nelumbo nucifera leaf cell extract, Tephrosia purpurea seed extract, Crocus sativus flower extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Tridecane, Propanediol, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Phytic acid, Lactic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Benzoic acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Benzyl alcohol, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Limonene, Parfum
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 4Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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