boscia 0.6% Pro-Retinol Repair + Renew Waterless Advanced Treatment

boscia 0.6% Pro-Retinol Repair + Renew Waterless Advanced Treatment
2.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.3 Humectancy icon Humectancy
4.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
0.6Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle

Review

Does boscia 0.6% Pro-Retinol Repair + Renew Waterless Advanced Treatment work?

Based on the ingredient list analysis by CreamScan AI, these are the key benefits you can expect from using boscia 0.6% Pro-Retinol Repair + Renew Waterless Advanced Treatment:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 2.2 out of 10.
  • Little anti-wrinkle effect: boscia 0.6% Pro-Retinol Repair + Renew Waterless Advanced Treatment has an anti-wrinkle rating of 0.6 out of 10, so you may expect a positive, although insignificant, effect on wrinkles.

Moisturizer with the right occlusivity for normal skin, ideally to be used with extra humectants

According to CreamScan analysis, boscia 0.6% Pro-Retinol Repair + Renew Waterless Advanced Treatment is lightly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 2.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a low humectancy of 0.3 out of 10 and a moderate occlusivity of 4.2 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈6.0%).

This type of product, when used as a standalone moisturizer, may provide some occlusive moisturizing that is adequate for normal skin.

However, it contains a low level of humectants, and people with normal skin would definitely benefit from adding more humectants to their moisturizing routine beyond what this product offers. If this is your only moisturizer, it may be worth including a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.

 

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

Little anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, boscia 0.6% Pro-Retinol Repair + Renew Waterless Advanced Treatment has a minimal anti-wrinkle rating of 0.6 out of 10.

It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (est. ≈0.3%), 
 the only derivative of ascorbic acid with solid evidence of anti-wrinkle efficacy. A single clinical study involving 23 participants (Mariko et al.) demonstrated that a cream with 1% ATIP reduced the average depth of periorbital wrinkles by 6% after 8 weeks of use, compared to a vehicle (the same formulation without ATIP).
 
Among others, boscia 0.6% Pro-Retinol Repair + Renew Waterless Advanced Treatment also contains contains Retinyl Sunflowerseedate and Bakuchiol, two ingredients often 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, 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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
0.6
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
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Octyldodecanol
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Isopropyl Palmitate
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Isostearyl Linoleate
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Isodecyl Salicylate
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Ethylcellulose
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Tocopherol
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Retinyl Sunflowerseedate
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Bakuchiol
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Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
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Linoleic Acid
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Linolenic Acid
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Calendula Officinalis Extract
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Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
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Epilobium Angustifolium Extract
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Silica Silylate
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Ratings

All humectants
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
8.4
6.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
2.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.3 10
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 8.4 20
4.2
6.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
2.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
0.3
All humectants 0.3 10
0.3
All humectants
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 8.4 20
4.2
All occlusives
8.4
6.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
2 /10 1 0.3 0.6
n/a
- 0.6 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0.6
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
0.6
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
2 /10
when present at, %
1
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Retinyl Sunflowerseedate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.6
Bakuchiol
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 2.7 3 No
All antioxidants
2.7
Tocopherol
1.5
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
0.3
Bakuchiol
0.3
Calendula Officinalis Extract
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.6 5 No
All soothing
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Est. %45
Function
Origin
C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA synthetic emollient ester. It works to improve the appearance of the skin by filling in the microcracks on the surface, thereby making the skin appear softer and smoother. It imparts a lightweight, velvety feel.
Octyldodecanol
Est. %22
Function
Origin
OctyldodecanolAn emollient fatty alcohol that spreads easily without leaving a greasy residue on the skin. It is also used as a solvent and dispersing agent for other ingredients.
Isopropyl Palmitate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Isopropyl PalmitateAn emollient ester of palmitic acid and isopropanol that gives the skin a smooth, soft, dry, non-oily after-feel. Isopropyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Isostearyl Linoleate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Isostearyl Linoleate
Isodecyl Salicylate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Isodecyl Salicylate
Ethylcellulose
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Ethylcellulose
Tocopherol
Est. %1.5
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.

Retinyl Sunflowerseedate
Est. %0.6
Function
Origin
Retinyl Sunflowerseedate
Bakuchiol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BakuchiolA newly discovered bioactive obtained from the seeds of Babchi. It boosts collagen production like retinol, but with fewer side effects. Its effects include reduced wrinkles and faded pigmentation.
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (ATIP) is an oil-soluble derivative of ascorbic acid, or vitamin C. It is more stable than ascorbic acid, with studies supporting its collagen-boosting and anti-pigment effects.

Linoleic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Linoleic AcidA fatty acid isolated from various plant oils (notably evening primrose, safflower, grape seed, and sunflower oil). It is an occlusive moisturizer and emollient that doesn't leave an oily, sticky residue and is especially suitable for oily and acne-prone skin.
Linolenic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Linolenic AcidAn essential polyunsaturated occlusive fatty acid isolated from various plant oils. It is necessary for the correct barrier function of the skin and moisturizes without leaving a sticky after-feel.
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calendula Officinalis ExtractA soothing extract derived from the marigold plant. It is rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant carotenoids, flavonoids, and triterpenes.
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Seed OilAn occlusive fatty oil extracted from the seeds of the tea bush that contains emollient oleic and linoleic acids, as well as vitamin E.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractDerived from Aloe vera leaves, this moisturizing humectant, soothing, and antioxidant extract is commonly used in products targeting eczema, sunburn, or dermatitis. It soothes the skin and reduces the signs of inflammation and sensitivity.
Epilobium Angustifolium Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Epilobium Angustifolium Extract
Silica Silylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Silica SilylateA synthetic powder that thickens oils and features a velvety texture.