Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Anti-oxidation
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Evens skin tone
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Key actives
Anti-oxidation
This product contains antioxidants (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
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Improve the skin’s appearance with UpCircle Organic Face Serum with Coffee Oil, an oil-based skincare treatment that locks in hydration and helps to minimise the look of dark spots and scars.
Source: SpaceNK US
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: helianthus annuus seed oil, 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).
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
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
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
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.
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
Crafted with coffee oil repurposed from coffee grounds sourced from artisan coffee shops, this serum is rich in caffeine, which helps to fade the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
Source: SpaceNK US
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 37/100.
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Potential irritants
Comedogenic ingredients
No comedogenic ingredients detected
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Key Actives
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
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
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.
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
Potential irritants
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
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.
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
Comedogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comedogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
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
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
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.
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Ingredient list view
Helianthus annuus seed oil, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Coffea arabica seed oil, Hippophae rhamnoides seed oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool, Citronellol, Citral, Farnesol
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- Safety Assessment of Citrus-Derived Peel Oils as Used in Cosmetics
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- Topical application of Calendula officinalis (L.): Formulation and evaluation of hydrophilic cream with antioxidant activity
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