Works for
Evens skin toneAscorbyl tetraisopalmitate ~0.85–1.3%Under-dosed
“The antioxidant-rich formula uses Kakadu Plum to balance the skin tone, minimising the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation for a more even complexion.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
MoisturizingSide benefit · Ethylhexyl palmitate, Helianthus annuus seed oil + 2 moreWorks
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:
terminalia ferdinandiana seed oil.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, terminalia ferdinandiana seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Limonene + 4 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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Ethylhexyl palmitate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateSilica~6.8–10.3%
Sodium lauroyl glutamate~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateHelianthus annuus seed oil~3.8–5.7%
- 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 oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilLimonene~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneBoswellia carterii oil~1.1–1.7%
Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateAscorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateTerminalia ferdinandiana seed oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana seed oilRosmarinus officinalis extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus limon peel oil~0.1–0.35%
Capsicum annuum fruit extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Pepper extract. Might be able to help neutralize free radicals
More about Capsicum annuum fruit extractCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilIngredient list view
Ethylhexyl palmitate, Silica, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Limonene, Boswellia carterii oil, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Terminalia ferdinandiana seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Citrus limon peel oil, Capsicum annuum fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil
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| Match | — | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | — | $135.00 | — | $44.11 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 3 | 1 of 3 | 1 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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