Name: TONYMOLY - Retinol Red Radiance Sun Essence
Brand: TONYMOLY

What can the product work for?

Works for

Sun protection
Moisturizing
Anti-blemish
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Exfoliation
Anti-oxidation

Sun protection

This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.

This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes.

octocrylene 1.2% - 1.4%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen

titanium dioxide 4.8% - 5.8%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral

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

butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.2% - 2.7%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Other TONYMOLY products designed to deliver an instant moisture boost include the Wheat Sprout Biome Concentrate Serum and Magic Food Banana Sleeping Pack.

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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, butylene glycol.

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: dimethicone, squalane.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, hexapeptide-2, niacinamide

glycine soja oil 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

niacinamide 1% - 1.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

ceramide np 0.25% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

Anti-blemish

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide, retinol. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

In addition, this product contains bakuchiol. It can help in reducing blemishes, even though it is less effective.

bakuchiol 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

retinol 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating

niacinamide 1% - 1.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

Anti-aging

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

These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica extract, hexapeptide-2.

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.

This product can also help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.

retinol 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating

bakuchiol 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

niacinamide 1% - 1.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

Evens skin tone

This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).

bakuchiol 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

retinol 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating

niacinamide 1% - 1.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

Exfoliation

This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: retinol.

retinol 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating

allantoin 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (bakuchiol, retinol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

The following ingredients - centella asiatica extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

bakuchiol 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

retinol 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating

centella asiatica extract 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.

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niacinamide 1% - 1.2%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish, Anti-aging, Reduces irritation, Reduces redness, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial

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

centella asiatica extract 0.5% - 0.75%

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Works for: Anti-inflammatory, Reduces redness, Reduces irritation, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Anti-oxidation, Anti-blemish

A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.

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Potential irritants

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 5% - 6.1%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating

4-methylbenzylidene camphor 2.5% - 3.1%

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A UV filter

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 0.75% - 1.1%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

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

glycine soja oil 0.5% - 0.75%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Moisturizing

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 5% - 6.1%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating

titanium dioxide 4.8% - 5.8%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

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

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Water, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Titanium dioxide, Propanediol, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, 4-methylbenzylidene camphor, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Niacinamide, Octocrylene, Cyclohexasiloxane, Poly c10-30 alkyl acrylate, Silica, Cetearyl alcohol, Triceteareth-4 phosphate, Glyceryl stearate, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Peg-100 stearate, Peg-2 isostearate, Tromethamine, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Polysorbate 80, Benzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresol, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, Homosalate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Carbomer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Caprylyl glycol, Dimethicone, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Allantoin, Eclipta prostrata extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Adenosine, Disodium edta, Tin oxide, Squalane, Gold, Bakuchiol, Glycine soja oil, Butylene glycol, Maltodextrin, Punica granatum seed extract, Retinol, Phaseolus radiatus seed extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Centella asiatica extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Vitex agnus castus extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Bht, Arctium lappa root extract, Asparagopsis armata extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Phellinus linteus extract, Phosphatidylcholine, Beta-glucan, Biotin, Ceramide np, Hexapeptide-2, Geraniol, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Parfum

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Key ingredients	hexapeptide-2 retinol +23 more	Common: retinol niacinamide +8 more Other: nicotinoyl tripeptide-1 methicone +6 more	Common: retinol niacinamide +8 more Other: nicotinoyl tripeptide-1 methicone +6 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +5 more Other: ficus carica fruit extract hyaluronic acid +9 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +3 more Other: dimethiconol polymethylsilsesquioxane +1 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +3 more Other: anhydroxylitol diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +10 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +3 more Other: panthenol phytosphingosine +8 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +2 more Other: phytosphingosine methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol +4 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +2 more Other: phytosphingosine methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol +4 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +4 more Other: ceramide as ceramide eop +14 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +6 more Other: phenyl trimethicone zinc oxide	Common: niacinamide adenosine +7 more Other: linoleic acid dimethiconol +9 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH
Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? alpha-isomethyl ionone Has skin benefit? +36 more	retinol Has skin benefit? morus alba bark extract Has skin benefit? +23 more	retinol Has skin benefit? morus alba bark extract Has skin benefit? +23 more	ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? t-butyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +14 more	parfum Has skin benefit? t-butyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +9 more	opuntia coccinellifera fruit extract Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +14 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? t-butyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +11 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? +16 more	ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +15 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ulmus davidiana root extract Has skin benefit? +12 more	melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +7 more	citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil Has skin benefit? salvia officinalis oil Has skin benefit? +16 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +75 more	opuntia coccinellifera fruit extract Has skin benefit? cyclomethicone Has skin benefit? +66 more	opuntia coccinellifera fruit extract Has skin benefit? cyclomethicone Has skin benefit? +66 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? +37 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +49 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? +43 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +49 more

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TONYMOLY Retinol Red Radiance Sun Essence

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Sun protection

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Anti-blemish

Anti-aging

Evens skin tone

Exfoliation

Anti-oxidation

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