Tronque

Tronque Vitamin C Body Oil

Name: Tronque - Vitamin C Body Oil
Brand: Tronque

Efficacy50/100IrritancyHigh

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1 of 3 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing

13 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“Advanced patented ceramides deliver lasting epidermal moisture and skin plumping, for smooth, healthy, even texture.”

Source: Bluemercury

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: helianthus annuus seed oil, squalane.

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).

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 1, ceramide np

Caryodendron orinocense seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA plant oil with a high content of linoleic acid that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and helps strengthen the skin barrier. It is an excellent moisturizer. Might have an anti-oxidant effect~0.35–0.85%

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~0.4–0.95%

Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~1.3–2%

Oenothera biennis oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function~0.85–1.3%

Oryza sativa bran oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties~0.35–0.75%

Persea gratissima oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function~1–1.5%

PhytosterolsKey active· EmollientEffect: HighLipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function~0.35–0.85%

Phytosteryl macadamiateKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.75%

Prunus armeniaca kernel oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin~1.4–2.1%

Rosa canina fruit oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating~0.5–1.2%

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.~0.15–0.7%

Ceramide 1Hero· 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~4.6–6.9%

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~0.1–0.45%

Anti-aging

2 ingredients credited for this claim

Limited support

What the product description says

“This lightweight, concentrated formula gives you precious all over body nourishment and moisture , with a gleam that takes you from sunrise to long beyond sundown.Key Benefits Fade pigmentation Reduce the look of pores and sun damage Soften and prevent fine lines and wrinkles Brighten, boost elasticity, cellular renew Prevent and reduce stretch marks Dry oil , absorbs beautifully without leaving skin greasy or tacky Smooth, plump and hydrate dehydrated skin for extreme moisture and a megawatt glow”

Source: Bluemercury

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.

Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateUnder-dosedEffect: HighBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.~0.2–0.7%

Evens skin tone

1 ingredient credited for this claim

Weak support

What the product description says

“This lightweight, concentrated formula gives you precious all over body nourishment and moisture , with a gleam that takes you from sunrise to long beyond sundown.Key Benefits Fade pigmentation Reduce the look of pores and sun damage Soften and prevent fine lines and wrinkles Brighten, boost elasticity, cellular renew Prevent and reduce stretch marks Dry oil , absorbs beautifully without leaving skin greasy or tacky Smooth, plump and hydrate dehydrated skin for extreme moisture and a megawatt glow”

Source: Bluemercury

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

7 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Parfum + 5 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 15 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.55%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.1–0.3%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.25%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.25%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.

CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.05–0.1%est.

Rosa canina fruit oilA great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritatingMedium~3.9–5.8%est.

Persea gratissima oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier functionMedium~2–3.1%est.

Prunus armeniaca kernel oilAn emollient that helps soften the skinMedium~1.4–2.1%est.

Oenothera biennis oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier functionMedium~0.85–1.3%est.

Actinidia chinensis seed oil—Medium~0.45–1%est.

PhytosterolsLipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier functionMedium~0.35–0.85%est.

Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.Medium~0.2–0.7%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.Medium~0.1–0.5%est.

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Ingredients

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Unspecified form of vitamin c~39–58%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ceramide 1~4.6–6.9%

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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S biotech lipid complex cacay apricot kernel

Not recognized

Rosa canina fruit oil~3.9–5.8%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating

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Oryza sativa bran~2.8–4.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Persea gratissima oil~2–3.1%

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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Macadamia seed

Not recognized

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf~1.6–2.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Prunus armeniaca kernel oil~1.4–2.1%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~1.3–2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Persea gratissima oil~1–1.5%

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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Oenothera biennis oil~0.85–1.3%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-blemishAnti-inflammatory

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function

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Rosa canina fruit oil~0.5–1.2%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating

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Actinidia chinensis seed oil~0.45–1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

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Ceramide np~0.4–0.95%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

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Caryodendron orinocense seed oil~0.35–0.85%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A plant oil with a high content of linoleic acid that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and helps strengthen the skin barrier. It is an excellent moisturizer. Might have an anti-oxidant effect

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Jojoba oil/macadamia seed oil esters~0.3–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Phytosterols~0.35–0.85%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function

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Oryza sativa bran oil~0.35–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties

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Phytosteryl macadamiate~0.3–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.2–0.7%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationEvens skin toneAnti-aging

Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.

More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-blemishAntibacterialAnti-oxidation

Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating

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Squalane~0.15–0.7%

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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Tocopherol~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

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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Tocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.

More about Tocopheryl acetate

Tocopherol~0.1–0.45%

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

More about Tocopherol

Parfum~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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From essential oil

Not recognized

Limonene~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Linalool~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citronellol~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citral~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Ingredient list view

Unspecified form of vitamin c, Ceramide 1, Unknown, Rosa canina fruit oil, Oryza sativa bran, Persea gratissima oil, Unknown, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Actinidia chinensis seed oil, Ceramide np, Caryodendron orinocense seed oil, Jojoba oil/macadamia seed oil esters, Phytosterols, Oryza sativa bran oil, Phytosteryl macadamiate, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Squalane, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Parfum, Unknown, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citral

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Product summary

Judging from the ingredient list, "Tronque - Vitamin C Body Oil" works well for improving skin hydration

Ingredient callouts

Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide np 0.40% - 0.95% and ceramide 1 4.60% - 6.90%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: vitamin e, vitamin e, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate and rosehip oil

Irritation risk

This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.