THE FACE SHOP

THE FACE SHOP The Therapy Vegan Blending Cream

Name: THE FACE SHOP - The Therapy Vegan Blending Cream
Brand: THE FACE SHOP

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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Moisturizing

27 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“This vegan cream contains an herbal formula that moisturizes the skin and improves skin health.”

Source: Yesstyle

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: glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.

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: squalane, cholesterol.

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

Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency~0.2–0.4%

Ceramide npHero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin~0.3–0.55%

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.25–0.45%

SqualaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.~0.3–0.55%

CholesterolKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that is naturally found in skin~0.2–0.4%

Beta-glucanKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.25–0.45%

Theobroma cacao seed butterKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.25–0.5%

Persea gratissima oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function~0.3–0.55%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.3–0.55%

Olea europaea fruit oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation~0.25–0.5%

Polyglyceryl-10 oleateKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Elaeis guineensis oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%

Glyceryl stearate seKey activeEffect: MediumUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient~0.25–0.5%

AdenosineKey activeEffect: MediumMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.25–0.45%

Coco-caprylate/caprateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture~0.3–0.5%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.3–0.55%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~3–3.7%

Cetyl ethylhexanoate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture~0.3–0.55%

Dextrin· HumectantEffect: LowA sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.3–0.55%

Moringa oleifera seed oil· EmollientEffect: LowA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid~0.3–0.5%

Octyldodecanol· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation~0.25–0.5%

Palmitic acid· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it~0.2–0.4%

Linoleic acidUnder-dosedEffect: HighAn excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores~0.3–0.55%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideUnder-dosedEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~0.3–0.55%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.2–0.35%

Stearic acidEffect: Low, below effective doseHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~0.4–0.65%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

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

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.

AdenosineKey activeEffect: HighMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.25–0.45%

Beta-glucanEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.25–0.45%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

5 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Thymus vulgaris extract + 3 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 19 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skinHigh~0.9–1.1%est.

Thymus vulgaris extract—High~0.3–0.6%est.

Calendula officinalis flower extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.

Santalum album oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.5%est.

Cymbopogon martini oilAromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritantHigh~0.25–0.4%est.

Eclipta prostrata extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

Melia azadirachta leaf extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.7–1.05%est.

Persea gratissima oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier functionMedium~0.5–0.8%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.5–0.75%est.

Olea europaea fruit oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammationMedium~0.35–0.65%est.

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistencyMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Cetyl ethylhexanoateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product textureMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Isostearyl isostearateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenicMedium~0.3–0.5%est.

Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.3–0.5%est.

Moringa oleifera seed oilA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acidMedium~0.3–0.5%est.

Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonateUsed to stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.25–0.4%est.

T-butyl alcoholUsed to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritatingMedium~0.1–0.2%est.

Comedogenic

6 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

6 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Theobroma cacao extract—3/5~2.3–2.8%est.

Theobroma cacao seed extract—3/5~1.4–1.7%est.

Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect3/5~0.25–0.5%est.

Isostearyl isostearateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenic3/5~0.3–0.5%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~0.3–0.55%est.

Glyceryl stearate seUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient2/5~0.25–0.5%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~5.5–6.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Propanediol~4.2–5.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Butylene glycol~3–3.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Theobroma cacao extract~2.3–2.8%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

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Panthenol~1.9–2.3%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1.05%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Theobroma cacao seed extract~1.4–1.7%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

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Vetiveria zizanoides root oil~1.1–1.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.9–1.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-oxidation

A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin

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Adenosine~0.65–0.95%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingMoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)

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Leontopodium alpinum flower/leaf extract~0.5–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Persea gratissima oil~0.5–0.8%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.5–0.75%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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Buddleja axillaris leaf extract~0.35–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Thymus vulgaris extract~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Olea europaea fruit oil~0.35–0.65%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation

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Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating

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Santalum album oil~0.3–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Laurus nobilis leaf extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cymbopogon martini oil~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant

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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Dextrin~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium polyacrylate~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Mattifying

Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions

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Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.2–0.4%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency

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Polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate~0.3–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Polyglyceryl-10 oleate~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Tromethamine~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Trisodium edta~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps preserve product formulations

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Water~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Dipropylene glycol~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying

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Glycerin~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Squalane~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.

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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture

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Coco-caprylate/caprate~0.3–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.55%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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Theobroma cacao seed butter~0.25–0.5%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-dandruff

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Isostearyl isostearate~0.3–0.5%

Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenic

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Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~0.3–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Cetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Glyceryl stearate~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Glyceryl stearate se~0.25–0.5%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient

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Panthenol~0.25–0.45%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

More about Panthenol

Beta-glucan~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-blemishAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.

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Ceramide np~0.3–0.55%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Adenosine~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingMoisturizingAnti-oxidation

More about Adenosine

Persea gratissima oil~0.3–0.55%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function

More about Persea gratissima oil

Vetiveria zizanoides root oil~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Elaeis guineensis oil~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-oxidation

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Olea europaea fruit oil~0.25–0.5%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation

More about Olea europaea fruit oil

Moringa oleifera seed oil~0.3–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid

More about Moringa oleifera seed oil

Cymbopogon martini oil~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant

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Santalum album oil~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Santalum album oil

Eclipta prostrata extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating

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Buddleja axillaris leaf extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Thymus vulgaris extract~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating

More about Calendula officinalis flower extract

Laurus nobilis leaf extract~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Leontopodium alpinum flower/leaf extract~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

More about Melia azadirachta leaf extract

Octyldodecanol~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation

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Stearic acid~0.4–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions

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Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to stabilize the product formulation

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Sucrose stearate~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Tocopherol~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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

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Cholesterol~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally found in skin

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Linoleic acid~0.3–0.55%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizingAnti-blemish

An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores

More about Linoleic acid

Palmitic acid~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

More about Palmitic acid

T-butyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating

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Trisodium edta~0.1–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps preserve product formulations

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Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Butylene glycol, Theobroma cacao extract, Panthenol, 1,2-hexanediol, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Adenosine, Leontopodium alpinum flower/leaf extract, Persea gratissima oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Buddleja axillaris leaf extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Olea europaea fruit oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Santalum album oil, Laurus nobilis leaf extract, Cymbopogon martini oil, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Dextrin, Sodium polyacrylate, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate, Polyglyceryl-10 oleate, Tromethamine, Trisodium edta, Water, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, Squalane, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Isostearyl isostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Cetearyl alcohol, 1,2-hexanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Glyceryl stearate se, Panthenol, Beta-glucan, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ceramide np, Adenosine, Persea gratissima oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Elaeis guineensis oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Santalum album oil, Eclipta prostrata extract, Buddleja axillaris leaf extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Laurus nobilis leaf extract, Leontopodium alpinum flower/leaf extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Octyldodecanol, Stearic acid, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate, Sucrose stearate, Tocopherol, Cholesterol, Linoleic acid, Palmitic acid, T-butyl alcohol, Trisodium edta

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	THE FACE SHOPThe Therapy Vegan Blending CreamYOUR PRODUCT	Dr.wantMega Moist Cream	TOSOWOONGDexpanthenol Cream	Mary&MayIdebenone Blackberry Intense Cream
Match	—	56%	55%	55%
Price	$32.90	$17.46−$15.44	$19.10−$13.80	$16.33−$16.57
Shared key ingredients	—	6 of 15	8 of 15	8 of 15
Key difference	—	Madecassoside	Madecassoside	Niacinamide
Irritancy	High	Medium	Medium	Medium
Drying alcohol	—	—	Contains drying alcohol	—
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Product summary

"THE FACE SHOP - The Therapy Vegan Blending Cream" has a good moisturizing formula. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Panthenol, glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, butylene glycol and dextrin in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Ceramide np, cholesterol, persea gratissima oil, theobroma cacao seed butter and squalane in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.

Ingredient callouts

As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 0.30% - 0.55%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Adenosine 0.25% - 0.45%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 1.90% - 2.30% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: vitamin e, stearic acid, caprylic/capric triglyceride and caprylic/capric triglyceride

Irritation risk

There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here

You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.