Works for
MoisturizingHydrolyzed jojoba esters, Olea europaea fruit oil + 5 moreWorks
“Skincare first ingredients such as rose oil that naturally hydrates and moisturises the skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid ~0.45–1.1%Under-dosed
“Boost complexion Evens skin tone Increases skin radiance Golden glow without the sun damage Flawless natural make-up free base Non-comedogenic, so it won't break you out.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceDihydroxyacetone~5.2–7.8%
Propanediol~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAlcohol~3.6–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPolyglyceryl-10 laurate~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateHydrolyzed jojoba esters~1.8–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersOlea europaea fruit oil~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 oilBetaine~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineGlycerin~0.85–1.25%
- 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 GlycerinWater~0.55–1.3%
Ascorbic acid~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidLevulinic acid~0.35–0.8%
Sodium levulinate~0.3–0.75%
Jasminum sambac flower extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.15–0.55%
- 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 TocopherolRosa damascena flower oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilXanthan gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractIngredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Dihydroxyacetone, Propanediol, Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Olea europaea fruit oil, Betaine, Glycerin, Unknown, Water, Ascorbic acid, Levulinic acid, Sodium levulinate, Jasminum sambac flower extract, Unknown, Tocopherol, Rosa damascena flower oil, Xanthan gum, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Unknown
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Three WarriorsFace Tan WaterYOUR PRODUCT | Pura d'or20% Vitamin C Serum For Eyes and Face | Cipher SkincareC-Shield | Trish McEvoyVitamin C Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 87% | 85% |
| Price | — | $15.19 | $135.00 | $125.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Retinol | Madecassoside | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Rohto Mentholatum Obagi Vitamin C Serum C25 NeoObagi C20 Serum
Product summary
"Three Warriors - Face Tan Water" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this product it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.45% - 1.10%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- Humectants (glycerin 0.85% - 1.25% and betaine 1.00% - 1.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 3
- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 6
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