alpyn beauty PlantGenius Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol

alpyn beauty PlantGenius Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol
3.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
5.7 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.5 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
0.2Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants
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Review

Results you may expect from using alpyn beauty PlantGenius Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using alpyn beauty PlantGenius Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.6 out of 10.
  • Little anti-wrinkle effect: alpyn beauty PlantGenius Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol has an anti-wrinkle rating of 0.2 out of 10, so you may expect a positive, although insignificant, effect on wrinkles.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: alpyn beauty PlantGenius Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol has a moisturizing rating of 3.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.5 out of 10 and a moderate humectancy of 5.7 out of 10, primarily due to Sodium Hyaluronate (est. ≈1.5%), Glycerin (est. ≈1.2%) and Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract (est. ≈1.1%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, alpyn beauty PlantGenius Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol has a minimal anti-wrinkle rating of 0.2 out of 10.

It contains 2 active ingredients with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy:
    • Glycolic Acid (est. ≈0.3%),
       highly effective in peelings, yet with below-average anti-wrinkle efficacy when used in leave-on skincare products.
    • Ascorbic Acid (est. ≈0.3%),
       or Vitamin C, a popular anti-wrinkle ingredient, yet with average efficacy confirmed by only one study.
Among others, alpyn beauty PlantGenius Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol also contains contains Bakuchiol and Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, two ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not contribute to the anti-wrinkle rating.
 
Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver additional anti-wrinkle efficacy through its moisturizing action.
 

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that alpyn beauty PlantGenius Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Sodium Hyaluronate (est. ≈1.5%), Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract (est. ≈1.1%), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈1.0%), and others.

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
80
1.5
1.4
1.3
1.2
1.1
1
1
1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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Ratings

All humectants
5.7
1.5
1.2
1.1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
3.1
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 5.7 10
5.7
1.5
1.2
1.1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 3.1 20
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
3.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1.5
1.2
1.1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 5.7 10
5.7
All humectants
5.7
1.5
1.2
1.1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 3.1 20
1.5
All occlusives
3.1
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
1.5 /10 5 0.3 0.1
2.5 /10 5 0.3 0.1
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0.2
Glycolic Acid
0.1
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
1.5 /10
when present at, %
5
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Ascorbic Acid
0.1
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
2.5 /10
when present at, %
5
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Bakuchiol
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1.5
1.1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 7.2 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
7.2
Sodium Hyaluronate
1.5
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
1.1
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
1
Ascorbic Acid
0.3
Centella Asiatica Meristem Cell Culture
0.3
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Bakuchiol
0.3
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
0.3
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
0.3
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract
0.3
Borago Officinalis Extract
0.3
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
0.3
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 2.8 5 No
All soothing
2.8
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %80
Function
Origin
The most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %1.4
Function
Origin
A waxy solid fatty alcohol derived from palm oil. It is most commonly used as a co-emulsifier and affects the final aesthetic of the product, leaving a soft and silky feeling on the skin. Cetyl alcohol is also used as a viscosity controlling agent.
Coconut Alkanes
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
An occlusive moisturizing and emollient mixture that is similar to paraffin. It is produced from coconut oil and can allegedly form a soft, non-greasy film on the skin’s surface. It can be used as an alternative to silicones.
Glycerin
Est. %1.2
Function
Origin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Est. %1.1
Function
Origin
An extract derived from apple fruit that has humectant moisturizing and antioxidant properties, as well as gentle anti-pigment effects. It contains humectant sugars, anti-pigment organic acids, and flavonoids.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A powerful emulsifier that can even mix particularly problematic water and oil blends. It is also a surfactant perfect for cleansing products that effectively rinse off oil and dirt particles from the surface of the skin.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A fatty oil expressed from the seed kernels of apricot fruits. This oil is an emollient and occlusive moisturizer comprised of around 60% oleic acid, followed by linoleic and palmitic acid, carotenoids, vitamin E, and other antioxidant compounds.
Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Est. %1
Function
Origin