Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Anti-oxidation
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Anti-aging
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 1
Key actives
Anti-oxidation
This product contains antioxidants (haematococcus pluvialis extract, rubus idaeus seed oil) 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.
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
Green algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have an anti-oxidant effect in skin but evidence is lacking
A plant oil that contains essential oils that can be irritating. Can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant activity but evidence is lacking
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
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
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
This moisturizing oil is rich in ceramides, fatty acids and antioxidants and is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and increase skin's hydration levels.
Source: Credo Beauty
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: squalane, argania spinosa kernel 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).
Plant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture loss
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
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.
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have an anti-oxidant effect in skin but evidence is lacking
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
A plant oil that contains essential oils that can be irritating. Can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant activity but evidence is lacking
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains essential oil that can be irritating
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
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
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
This moisturizing oil is rich in ceramides, fatty acids and antioxidants and is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and increase skin's hydration levels.
Source: Credo Beauty
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.
This ingredient haematococcus pluvialis extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
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
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 62/100.
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Comedogenic ingredients
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Key Actives
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
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
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
Plant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture loss
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
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.
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
Green algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin
Potential irritants
Plant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture loss
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains essential oil that can be irritating
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
A plant oil that contains essential oils that can be irritating. Can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant activity but evidence is lacking
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
Green algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin
Comedogenic ingredients
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have an anti-oxidant effect in skin but evidence is lacking
All ingredients
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
Plant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture loss
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
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.
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains essential oil that can be irritating
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
A plant oil that contains essential oils that can be irritating. Can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant activity but evidence is lacking
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
Green algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin
A microalgae extract that helps to attact water to the upper layer of the skin
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have an anti-oxidant effect in skin but evidence is lacking
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Ingredient list view
Camellia oleifera seed oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Salvia hispanica seed oil, Citrullus lanatus seed oil, Borago officinalis seed oil, Rosa rubiginosa seed oil, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Squalane, Carica papaya seed oil, Actinidia chinensis seed oil, Passiflora incarnata seed oil, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Silybum marianum seed oil, Cinnamomum camphora leaf extract, Boswellia carterii oil, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig extract, Tocopherol, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Jasminum officinale oil, Abies sibirica oil, Haematococcus pluvialis extract, Nannochloropsis oculata extract, Pinus densiflora extract, Porphyra umbilicalis extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Farnesol, Benzyl alcohol, Citral, Eugenol, Benzyl benzoate, Limonene
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