Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray Review

Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray
8.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
6.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Review

Does Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray has to offer:
 
  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 8.0 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Key Benefits of Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray:
 

Very Rich Moisturizer Well-Suited for Dry to Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray is intensely moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 8.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a high humectancy of 6.0 out of 10, solely because of the significant content of Lecithin (est. ≈6.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (est. ≈55.0%) and Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil (est. ≈22.0%).

This type of moisturizer is well-suited for people with dry to very dry skin who want intense hydration. It combines a significant concentration of humectants with an exceptional level of occlusive ingredients to provide effective dual-action moisturizing specifically for dry skin.

The occlusive profile of Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray suggests a rich, thick texture, making it perfectly suited for dry skin.

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

Rich in Skin-Protecting Antioxidants

We estimate that Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (est. ≈55.0%), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil (est. ≈22.0%) and Ascorbyl Palmitate (est. ≈2.0%).

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.

Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our AI model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray to your skincare routine:
 

Best for Very Dry Skin - May Be Too Thick for Other Skin Types

With exceptional occlusivity, this product is optimal for moisturizing dry and very dry skin but may be too thick for other skin types, including normal, and especially combination and oily skin.

If you have oily, combination, or normal skin and are considering purchasing this product for the first time, it might be a good idea to try a sample before buying.

If It’s Your Only Moisturizer, It’s Better When Paired with Some Humectants

Based on our analysis, Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray contains a significant concentration of humectants, but people with very dry skin would likely benefit from adding additional humectants to their moisturizing routine beyond what this product provides.

If this is your only moisturizer, it may be worth including a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.

Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

If one of your main reasons for choosing Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, it currently has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Ascorbyl Palmitate, an ingredient often marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Ascorbyl Palmitate provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.

While this does not categorically exclude the possibility that Ascorbyl Palmitate may reduce wrinkles, its efficacy is not supported by convincing, vehicle-controlled, double-blind clinical studies - at least none that were accessible to the CreamScan team at the time of publication.

Therefore, this ingredient does not generate 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, can deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

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

Pros & Cons of Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Aveeno Skin Relief Body Oil Spray to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

Pros:

  • Very rich moisturizer perfect for dry and very dry skin: exceptionally occlusive and humectant-packed
  • Rich in antioxidants that combat oxidative stress associated with accelerated skin aging and defend against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution

Cons: 

  • May feel too rich and thick on skin types other than dry
  • Ideally needs to be paired with extra humectants for optimal moisturizing efficacy
  • Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
55
22
11
6
2
1.9
1
Est. %
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Function:
Origin:
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Function:
Origin:
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Lecithin
Function:
Origin:
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Function:
Origin:
Tocopherol
Function:
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Fragrance
Function:
Origin:

Ratings

All humectants
6.0
6
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
89.9
55.0
22.0
11.0
1.9
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
8.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 6 10
6.0
6
Occlusivity All occlusives 89.9 20
10.0
55.0
22.0
11.0
1.9
Moisturizing rating
8.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
All humectants 6 10
6
All humectants
6.0
6
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
55
22
11
1.9
All occlusives 89.9 20
10.0
All occlusives
89.9
55.0
22.0
11.0
1.9
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 2 -
Total
0
Ascorbyl Palmitate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
2
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
55
22
2
1.9
All antioxidants 80.9 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
80.9
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
55
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
22
Ascorbyl Palmitate
2
Tocopherol
1.9
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Est. %55
Function
Origin
Glycine Soja (Soybean) OilAn occlusive moisturizing oil expressed from soybeans. It does not leave an oily feeling on the skin due to its low content of saturated fatty acids. Glycine soja oil contains emollient fatty acids and a significant amount of antioxidants.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Lecithin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
LecithinA humectant, emollient, and emulsifier best suited for water-in-oil emulsions. Lecithin can come from sunflowers, soy, and eggs. The downside to lecithin is that it causes an extra burden on the formula’s preservative because it is nutritious.
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Ascorbyl PalmitateA form of vitamin C derived from ascorbic acid and palmitic acid. It is more stable and less irritating than ascorbic acid. Unfortunately, Ascorbyl Palmitate lacks the studies to prove its anti-wrinkle efficacy.
Tocopherol
Est. %1.9
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Fragrance
Est. %1
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.