PRODUCT REVIEW
Thalgo Polynesia Sacred Oil
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What can the product work for?
Works for
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Thalgo Polynesia Sacred Oil hydrates and nourishes the body and hair while leaving a subtle golden iridescent finish.
prunus armeniaca kernel oil
3.8% -
5.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient that helps soften the skin
cocos nucifera oil
1.4% -
2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
algae extract
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
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| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
75/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Potential irritants
Comodogenic ingredients
cocos nucifera oil
1.4% -
2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
algae extract
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging
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
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
prunus armeniaca kernel oil
3.8% -
5.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An emollient that helps soften the skin
algae extract
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging
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
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Potential irritants
parfum
0.95% -
1.45%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
limonene
0.05% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
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Comodogenic ingredients
cocos nucifera oil
1.4% -
2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
algae extract
0.3% -
0.75%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging
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
All ingredients
isononyl isononanoate
22% -
33%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
vegetable oil
8.6% -
12.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
helianthus annuus seed oil
4.6% -
6.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
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
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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
Sources
- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Protein and oil composition of sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum, L.) grown in the Gizan area of Saudi Arabia