Smashbox Photo Finish Crystalized Primerizer

Name: Smashbox - Photo Finish Crystalized Primerizer
Brand: Smashbox

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WORKS FOR

Anti-aging
Exfoliation
Moisturizing
Evens skin tone
Anti-blemish
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KEY INGREDIENTS

niacinamide
algae extract
caffeine
dimethicone
glycerin
hydroxyethyl urea
silica
sodium hyaluronate
sodium polyaspartate
titanium dioxide
trehalose
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PROMISES
FULFILLED

100 /100

IRRITANCY

HIGH

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Formula review

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WIMJ summary

This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains niacinamide.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
niacinamide	HIGH

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

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.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
niacinamide	HIGH
algae extract	LOW

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This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: hydroxyethyl urea, niacinamide

Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
niacinamide	HIGH

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This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: hydroxyethyl urea.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
hydroxyethyl urea	HIGH

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What does the product description say?

"Powerful hydration in a lightweight texture with a soft, pearl finish Plumps & moisturizes with niacinamide & hyaluronic acid Non-greasy, quick-dry formula sets in seconds Smooths skin, softens dry fine lines & stops makeup from settling into pores Suitable for all skin types Cruelty free Vegan Formulated without parabens, phthalates, triclosan & triclocarban, sulfates, mineral oil, formaldehydes, vitamin A, hydroquinone, gluten, oil, talc."

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WIMJ summary

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: algae extract, 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: dimethicone, algae extract.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycerin	HIGH
trehalose	HIGH
hydroxyethyl urea	HIGH

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

HIGH

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
sodium polyaspartate
caffeine
1,2-hexanediol

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
water Plain old water	45% - 55%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	4.6% - 5.6%
dimethicone 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	4.2% - 5.1%
isopropyl isostearate An emollient that helps soften the skin	3.1% - 3.8%
ppg-15 stearyl ether Help soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency	2.3% - 2.9%
niacinamide Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture	1.9% - 2.3%
hydroxyethyl urea A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients	1.6% - 1.9%
sodium polyaspartate Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help stabilize the product formulation	1.4% - 1.7%
sodium hyaluronate One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin	1.1% - 1.4%
algae extract Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet	1% - 1.2%
caffeine Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes	0.6% - 0.9%
sorbitol Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture	0.55% - 0.8%
trehalose A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin	0.5% - 0.7%
propanediol Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin	0.45% - 0.7%
1,2-hexanediol A preservative	0.35% - 0.65%
silica Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin	0.6% - 0.9%
decyl glucoside Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating	0.5% - 0.7%
xanthan gum Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.3% - 0.6%
acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together	0.3% - 0.55%
sodium hydroxide Used to adjust the product's pH	0.25% - 0.5%
caprylyl glycol Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture	0.3% - 0.5%
butylene glycol 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	0.25% - 0.45%
parfum An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients	0.2% - 0.4%
limonene A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat	0.2% - 0.4%
hexyl cinnamal A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant	0.2% - 0.4%
phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products	0.25% - 0.45%
mica Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light	0.25% - 0.5%
titanium dioxide Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin	0.3% - 0.6%
iron oxides An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499	0.2% - 0.4%
ci 77491 A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating	0.25% - 0.45%
iron oxides An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499	0.2% - 0.4%
ci 77492 A colorant. Usually well-tolerated	0.25% - 0.45%
iron oxides An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499	0.2% - 0.35%
ci 77499 An iron oxide. Used as a colorant. Is usually well tolerated	0.25% - 0.4%
ci 77163 Colorant	0.25% - 0.4%
ci 75470 Carmine. A colorant. Can be an allergen	0.2% - 0.4%
chromium hydroxide green A dye	0.25% - 0.4%
ci 77289 A colorant adding a green color. Usually is not irritating	0.2% - 0.4%
chromium oxide greens	0.2% - 0.4%
ci 77288	0.2% - 0.4%
ci 77510	0.2% - 0.35%
ci 77742 A violet pigment	0.2% - 0.35%
ultramarines	0.2% - 0.35%
ci 77007 A blue pigment	0.15% - 0.3%
litsea cubeba fruit oil An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance	0.1% - 0.2%
unknown The ingredient is not recognized	TBC
datem	0.2% - 0.35%
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