Zelens Power D - Fortifying & Restoring
Works for
MoisturizingLinoleic acid, Coco-caprylate/caprate + 26 moreWorks well
“Infused with a proprietary complex of botanicals rich in plant sterols, this unprecedented fortifying and restoring treatment helps to strengthen skin’s natural barrier, build its resilience, and protects skin against environmental aggressors and stressed conditions.”
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:
glycine, hyaluronic acid.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: linoleic acid
Anti-agingLimnanthes alba seed oil, Hyaluronic acid + 2 moreNot delivered
“Using a potent provitamin D3 concentrate, replenishing lipids and a proprietary botanical complex that’s rich in plant sterols, this youth-boosting formula gets to work on reducing precious water loss, repairing and strengthening the skin barrier, encouraging elasticity, moisturising and protecting your complexion against the skin-damaging effects of environmental aggressors.”
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 - hyaluronic acid - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
User reviews
0 of 1 community members would buy it again.
My skin isn't picky when it comes to oils, so to me this just does what any decent face oil will do and is overpriced for what it is. Didn't notice any significant soothing effect. Sinks in quite quickly so can be suitable for daytime use (at least it was for me, with quite dry skin in a dry climate).
On my bottle, the pump was kind of stiff which made it kind of violently squirt out product, leading to some splatter all over my sink and mirror. Not really the experience I expect from a product this expensive.
Ingredients
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Coco-caprylate/caprate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~5.5–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideC10-30 cholesterol/lanosterol esters~3.5–5.2%
Squalane~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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.
More about SqualaneIsoamyl laurate~3–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl laurateLinoleic acid~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidLimnanthes alba seed oil~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilLinum usitatissimum seed oil~1.4–2.1%
Octyldodecanol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolLinolenic acid~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidPhospholipids~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsPersea gratissima oil~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oil7-dehydrocholesterol~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Pro-vitamin D. It is claimed to have anti-inflammatory effect in skin, but there is no research available confirming that this compound converts to vitamin D in skin or has any other benefits apart from softening the upper layer of the skin. This compound is different from the Vitamin D3 analogues used in medicine to treat psoriasis
More about 7-dehydrocholesterolOleic acid~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidPalmitic acid~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidHexyldecanol~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about HexyldecanolTocopherol~0.35–0.85%
- 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 TocopherolGlycolipids~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine soja oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilSaccharomyces cerevisiae extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A moisturizing ingredient that works as a humectant to attract water to the upper layer of the skin.
More about Saccharomyces cerevisiae extractGlycine soja sterols~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Glycine soja sterolsBisabolol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololHyaluronic acid~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidGanoderma lucidum extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Ganoderma lucidum extractUsnea barbata extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Agaricus bisporus extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lentinus edodes extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plankton extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Plankton extractHydroxyproline~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is helpful in restoring skin barrier function supporting its moisture levels. Is claimed to stimulte collagen production in skin but evidence is lacking
More about HydroxyprolineGlycine~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineProline~0.15–0.6%
Cetylhydroxyproline palmitamide~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Cetylhydroxyproline palmitamideBrassica campestris sterols~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris sterolsHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractIngredient list view
Coco-caprylate/caprate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, C10-30 cholesterol/lanosterol esters, Squalane, Isoamyl laurate, Linoleic acid, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Octyldodecanol, Linolenic acid, Phospholipids, Persea gratissima oil, 7-dehydrocholesterol, Oleic acid, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Hexyldecanol, Tocopherol, Glycolipids, Glycine soja oil, Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract, Glycine soja sterols, Bisabolol, Hyaluronic acid, Ganoderma lucidum extract, Usnea barbata extract, Agaricus bisporus extract, Lentinus edodes extract, Plankton extract, Hydroxyproline, Glycine, Proline, Cetylhydroxyproline palmitamide, Brassica campestris sterols, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
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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.
| ZelensPower D - Fortifying & RestoringYOUR PRODUCT | EcookingVitamin Boost Serum | Skinbetter ScienceEven Tone Correcting Serum Face | First Aid BeautySkin Lab Retinol Serum 0.25% Pure Concentrate Sensitive | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 51% | 48% |
| Price | — | $42.12 | — | $38.40 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 18 | 5 of 18 | 5 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Oil | Alpha-Arbutin | Retinol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Zelens - Power D - Fortifying & Restoring" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Glycine, hyaluronic acid and saccharomyces cerevisiae extract in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Linoleic acid, cetylhydroxyproline palmitamide, glycine soja oil, glycine soja sterols and limnanthes alba seed oil in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We love that there is also Linoleic Acid in this moisturizer (2.30% - 3.40%). Linoleic Acid is one of the skin's natural emollients. It supports the skin barrier and can even help reduce clogged pores.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains actives that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 55.20$ up to 131.10$ in the United States, from 40.00£ up to 95.00£ in the United Kingdom, from 70.00CA$ up to 166.30CA$ in Canada and for 90.00A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 5Off-Label Uses of Topical Vitamin D in Dermatology: A Systematic Reviewjournals.sagepub.com
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