Works for
MoisturizingSimmondsia chinensis seed oil, Olea europaea fruit oil + 4 moreWorks
“Men Facial Moisturiser”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cera alba, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Tocopherol, Theobroma cacao seed butter + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingSide benefit · TocopherolMay help
This product contains tocopherol. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Citrus grandis seed extract + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Lavandula angustifolia flower water~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- High
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~5.8–8.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilOlea europaea fruit oil~4.5–6.8%
- 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 oilTheobroma cacao seed butter~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterSesamum indicum seed oil~3–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilCera alba~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaCitrus grandis seed extract~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopherol~1.1–1.7%
- 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 TocopherolDaucus carota sativa root extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractCymbopogon schoenanthus oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilCitral~0.2–0.75%
Citronellol~0.15–0.6%
Eugenol~0.1–0.45%
Geraniol~0.05–0.3%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Unknown, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Cera alba, Citrus grandis seed extract, Tocopherol, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Citral, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| TrevarnoMen Facial MoisturiserYOUR PRODUCT | WeledaEvening Primrose Night Cream | SukinSensitive Calming Night Cream | Botanics81% Organic Hydrating Day Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | — | — | $14.58 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Marshmallow Root Extract | Borago Officinalis Seed Oil | Beeswax |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 4Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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