Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Anti-oxidation
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Anti-aging
- Evens skin tone
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Key actives
Anti-oxidation
This product contains antioxidants (pinus pinaster bark extract) 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 extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness of topical application is lacking. It can be an INCI name for the trademarked ingredient Pycnogenol (but could also be a different type of this plant's bark extract)
A plant extract that works as an emollient. It might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains some volatile compounds and could be irritating
A great emollient that can also have 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
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
The antioxidant-rich formula delivers a silky-smooth texture that seeks to hydrate the skin, promoting elasticity and radiance.
Source: Lookfantastic US
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus 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).
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 that can also have anti-oxidant properties
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
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
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
A plant extract that works as an emollient. It might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains some volatile compounds and could be irritating
An emollient that helps soften the skin
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and 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?
The Zelens Z-22 Ultimate Face Oil Travel Size is infused with vitamin A and C, working to reduce the appearance of fine lines while illuminating the complexion.
Source: Lookfantastic US
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 pinus pinaster bark 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
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
But the real stars of the show? They’re as follows: perilla oil, the richest plant source of omega-3 fatty acids which are the ‘building blocks’ of healthy, happy skin; rosehip oil, which contains high levels of vitamin A (the same collagen-creating ingredient that powers your retinol) and vitamin C, which helps to brighten skin and reduce fine lines; and olive oil, an ever-reliable ingredient packed with antioxidants as well as hydrating and softening properties your skin will lap up.
Source: Cultbeauty
This product contains ingredients (pinus pinaster bark extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness of topical application is lacking. It can be an INCI name for the trademarked ingredient Pycnogenol (but could also be a different type of this plant's bark extract)
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 58/100.
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Potential irritants
Comedogenic ingredients
No comedogenic ingredients detected
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Key Actives
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
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 that can also have anti-oxidant properties
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness of topical application is lacking. It can be an INCI name for the trademarked ingredient Pycnogenol (but could also be a different type of this plant's bark extract)
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
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
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
Potential irritants
A plant extract that works as an emollient. It might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains some volatile compounds and could be irritating
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
An essential oil used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
Used as a fragrance for its citrus smell. Can be irritating
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
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
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 that can also have anti-oxidant properties
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness of topical application is lacking. It can be an INCI name for the trademarked ingredient Pycnogenol (but could also be a different type of this plant's bark extract)
Comedogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comedogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
A plant extract that works as an emollient. It might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains some volatile compounds and could be irritating
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
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
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 that can also have anti-oxidant properties
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
An essential oil used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but evidence of effectiveness of topical application is lacking. It can be an INCI name for the trademarked ingredient Pycnogenol (but could also be a different type of this plant's bark extract)
Used as a fragrance for its citrus smell. 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
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
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
Ingredient list view
Perilla ocymoides seed oil, Oryza sativa bran oil, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Olea europaea oil unsaponifiables, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Rosa canina fruit oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia leaf oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Cymbopogon citratus leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Elettaria cardamomum seed oil, Pelargonium graveolens leaf oil, Rosa centifolia flower oil, Pinus pinaster bark extract, Ocimum basilicum oil, Cistus ladaniferus leaf oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower extract, Citrus aurantium amara peel oil, Jasminum officinale flower oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Tocopherol, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Geraniol, Citronellol
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- Study on the Composition of Rice Bran Oil and Its Higher Free Fatty Acids Value
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- Screening of plant extracts for antimicrobial activity against bacteria and yeasts with dermatological relevance
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