Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Anti-oxidation
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Anti-aging
- Evens skin tone
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 9
Key actives
Anti-oxidation
This product contains antioxidants (aphanizomenon flos-aquae extract) 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.
An extract from ablue-green algae. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to neutralize free radicals
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
A red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
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
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
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
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
97% said product wore well under their moisturizer .
Source: Sephora CA
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, aphanizomenon flos-aquae extract.
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: arginine, chondrus crispus extract.
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
A red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties
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
An extract from ablue-green algae. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to neutralize free radicals
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, soften it and support the skin barrier function
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
An emollient that helps soften the skin
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
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.
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
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
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Smooths and softens the appearance of fine lines. . Argan Oil.
Source: Sephora CA
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 aphanizomenon flos-aquae extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
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
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
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
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
Loss of Firmness and Elasticity and Dullness and Uneven Texture Formulation.
Source: Sephora CA
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 41/100.
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Key Actives
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
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
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
A red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties
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
An extract from ablue-green algae. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to neutralize free radicals
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, soften it and support the skin barrier function
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
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.
Potential irritants
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
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
Used as a fragrance. Canbe irritating
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
An emollient that helps soften the skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
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.
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Comedogenic ingredients
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
An emollient that helps soften the skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
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
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
All ingredients
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
An emollient that helps soften the skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
A red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, soften it and support the skin barrier function
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
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
An extract from ablue-green algae. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to neutralize free radicals
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
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
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
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.
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
Used as a fragrance. Canbe irritating
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
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Ingredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Coconut alkanes, Isopropyl myristate, Shea butter ethyl esters, Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, Glycerin, Isododecane, Persea gratissima oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Camellia japonica seed oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Pentylene glycol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Phenoxyethanol, Kappaphycus alvarezii extract, Laminaria digitata extract, Sea water extract, Spirulina maxima extract, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Chondrus crispus extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Collagen amino acids, Algae extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Aphanizomenon flos-aquae extract, Limonene, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Gardenia taitensis flower extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Linalool, Gluconolactone, Sodium benzoate, Arginine, Potassium sorbate, Corallina officinalis extract, Tocopherol, Populus tremuloides bark extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Curcuma longa root extract, Ocimum basilicum flower/leaf extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Citric acid
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