Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing9 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Thalgo Polynesia Sacred Oil hydrates and nourishes the body and hair while leaving a subtle golden iridescent finish.”
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.
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: cocos nucifera oil, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Isononyl isononanoate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateVegetable oil~8.6–12.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vegetable oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~4.6–6.9%
- 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 oilPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilEthylhexyl stearate~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateSesamum indicum seed oil~2.1–3.2%
- 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 oilSilica dimethyl silylate~1.7–2.5%
Mica~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCocos nucifera oil~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilParfum~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTocopheryl acetate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateCi 77891~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Titanium dioxideCi 77491~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Iron oxides~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesAlgae extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Algae extractGardenia taitensis flower~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.1–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolLimonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitral~0.05–0.2%
Linalool~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Isononyl isononanoate, Vegetable oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Ethylhexyl stearate, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Silica dimethyl silylate, Mica, Cocos nucifera oil, Parfum, Tocopheryl acetate, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Algae extract, Gardenia taitensis flower, Tocopherol, Limonene, Citral, Linalool
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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