THE FACE SHOP Yehwadam Pure Brightening Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing19 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Panax ginseng root extract and hyaluronic acid in formula helps diminish the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines for a smooth and plump 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:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, chondrus crispus extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Panax ginseng root extract and hyaluronic acid in formula helps diminish the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines for a smooth and plump finish.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: serine.
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 6 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (cornus officinalis fruit 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone + 4 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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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.9–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolDipropylene glycol~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolCyclohexasiloxane~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneGlycerin~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideSqualane~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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.
More about Squalane1,2-hexanediol~0.55–0.85%
Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silaneNiacinamide~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideCyclopentasiloxane~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneC14-22 alcohols~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsGlyceryl stearate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePanthenol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolCetearyl olivate~0.3–0.6%
Sorbitan olivate~0.35–0.6%
Peg-100 stearate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerC12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideCetearyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholChondrus crispus extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractMica~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaHydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiablesAllantoin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSerine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerAdenosine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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)
More about AdenosineMyristica fragrans extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 60~0.25–0.5%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePanax ginseng root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractPoria cocos sclerotium extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mushroom extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to help reduce irritation and support restoration of skin barrier
More about Poria cocos sclerotium extractCnidium officinale root extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polygonum multiflorum root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnolia kobus branch/flower/leaf extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica gigas extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cuscuta japonica seed extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLycium chinense fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Paeonia albiflora root extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ginkgo biloba nut extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Atractylodes japonica rhizome extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cornus officinalis fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that contains anti-oxidants. It might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used to help preserve the product formulation
More about Cornus officinalis fruit extractPearl powder~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of 95% calcium carbonate that does not have any effect on the skin. The remaining 5% can include compounds that can help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function
More about Pearl powderSchisandra chinensis fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A berry extract that might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Schisandra chinensis fruit extractZiziphus jujuba fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.3–0.6%
- 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 77891~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tromethamine~0.2–0.4%
Trisodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Parfum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeLinalool~0.15–0.3%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.25%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalCitronellol~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Dipropylene glycol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Squalane, 1,2-hexanediol, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Niacinamide, Cyclopentasiloxane, C14-22 alcohols, Glyceryl stearate, Panthenol, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Peg-100 stearate, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Cetearyl alcohol, Chondrus crispus extract, Mica, Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables, Allantoin, Serine, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Adenosine, Myristica fragrans extract, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan isostearate, Panax ginseng root extract, Poria cocos sclerotium extract, Cnidium officinale root extract, Polygonum multiflorum root extract, Magnolia kobus branch/flower/leaf extract, Angelica gigas extract, Cuscuta japonica seed extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Lycium chinense fruit extract, Paeonia albiflora root extract, Ginkgo biloba nut extract, Atractylodes japonica rhizome extract, Cornus officinalis fruit extract, Pearl powder, Schisandra chinensis fruit extract, Ziziphus jujuba fruit extract, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Tromethamine, Trisodium edta, Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Linalool, Hexyl cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol
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| THE FACE SHOPYehwadam Pure Brightening CreamYOUR PRODUCT | DERMAFIRMAge Reviving Firming Cream A4 | SNPPeptaronic Cream | NatureONEMelaone Whitening Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 93% | 91% | 91% |
| Price | $28.65 | $23.80−$4.85 | $12.00−$16.65 | $20.15−$8.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 14 | 6 of 14 | 7 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Oligopeptide-1 | Hexapeptide-11 | Betaine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"THE FACE SHOP - Yehwadam Pure Brightening 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, sodium hyaluronate, bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane and butylene glycol 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). Caprylic/capric triglyceride, chondrus crispus extract, squalane, cetearyl alcohol and cyclopentasiloxane 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
- Adenosine 0.20% - 0.35%. 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).
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.
Price
The product retails for 95.00A$ in Australia and for 28.65$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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