Catkin Catkin X Summer Palace Lip Serum

Catkin Catkin X Summer Palace Lip Serum
6.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
2.1 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Catkin Catkin X Summer Palace Lip Serum:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Catkin Catkin X Summer Palace Lip Serum:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.0 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Catkin Catkin X Summer Palace Lip Serum has a moisturizing rating of 6.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a low Humectancy of 2.1 out of 10 and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, due to the high content of Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil (est. ≈60.0%) and Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (est. ≈9.9%).

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Catkin Catkin X Summer Palace Lip Serum is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil (est. ≈60.0%), Tocopheryl Acetate (est. ≈6.0%) and Citrus Grandis Peel Oil (est. ≈3.0%).

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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
60
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
10
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
9.9
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
6
Tocopheryl Acetate
4
Ziziphus Sativa Extract
3
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
2
Eleutherococcus Senticosus Root Extract
1.5
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract
1
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
0.3
Snail Extract
0.3
Comb Extract
0.3
Gentiana Lutea Extract
0.3
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
0.3
Secale Cereale (Rye) Seed Extract
0.3
Yeast Extract
0.3
sh-Barley Seed Extract
0.3
Morus Nigra Fruit Extract
0.3
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
0.3
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Extract
Est. %
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
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Phytosteryl Macadamiate
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Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Ziziphus Sativa Extract
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Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
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Eleutherococcus Senticosus Root Extract
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Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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Snail Extract
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Comb Extract
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Gentiana Lutea Extract
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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Secale Cereale (Rye) Seed Extract
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Yeast Extract
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sh-Barley Seed Extract
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Morus Nigra Fruit Extract
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Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
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Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
2.1
1.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
69.9
60.0
9.9
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 2.1 10
2.1
1.5
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 69.9 20
10.0
60.0
9.9
Moisturizing rating
6.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1.5
0.3
0.3
All humectants 2.1 10
2.1
All humectants
2.1
1.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
60
9.9
All occlusives 69.9 20
10.0
All occlusives
69.9
60.0
9.9
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
60
6
3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 69.6 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
69.6
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
60
Tocopheryl Acetate
6
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
3
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
0.3
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Est. %60
Function
Origin
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) OilA fatty oil expressed from the fleshy part of an avocado, used in skincare for its excellent emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Avocado oil contains fatty acids, notably oleic acid (up to 80%), squalene, vitamin E, and carotenoids.
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Est. %10
Function
Origin
Phytosteryl MacadamiateA richly emollient and occlusive moisturizing product of binding fatty acids from macadamia oil (mostly oleic and palmitoleic acid) with soybean oil phytosterols. It is also used as a formula helper.
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Est. %9.9
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Vegetable OilA solid, butter-like substance that is a highly occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It is a mixture of various plant oils (such as soy, olive, corn, canola, peanut, and many others) which has been refined.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Ziziphus Sativa Extract
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Ziziphus Sativa ExtractDescription is coming soon
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Citrus Grandis Peel OilA fragrant essential oil obtained from pomelo peels - sometimes mislabeled as grapefruit. The high limonene content is responsible for its citrusy scent. It may induce sun allergies in people sensitive to citrus fruits.
Eleutherococcus Senticosus Root Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Eleutherococcus Senticosus Root ExtractDescription is coming soon
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Pisum Sativum (Pea) ExtractAn extract derived from peas that contains many proteins with humectant moisturizing properties. Patents have claimed that it is able to stimulate cell renewal and increase melanin production.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel OilA fragrant essential oil extracted from the rind or peel of a lemon. It is mainly comprised of limonene (up to 70%) and has a fresh, citrusy scent. Lemon peel oil may cause a sun-induced skin rash in people with a sensitivity towards citrus fruits.
Snail Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Snail ExtractDescription is coming soon
Comb Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Comb ExtractDescription is coming soon
Gentiana Lutea Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gentiana Lutea ExtractDescription is coming soon
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root ExtractAn extract from the licorice root. It contains a well-researched anti-inflammatory compound called glycyrrhizin that can reduce inflammation. Licorice root extract is also used for its powerful antioxidant effects and ability to treat pigmentation.
Secale Cereale (Rye) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Secale Cereale (Rye) Seed ExtractAn extract of rye seeds. Several patents claim that it has anti-wrinkle properties and the ability to enhance the anti-wrinkle activity of other ingredients.
Yeast Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Yeast ExtractAlso labeled as faex extract, this is a natural ingredient derived from fresh yeast. It is used in skincare as a humectant. Yeast extract also helps to shield injured or exposed skin and can aid in the skin’s wound healing process.
sh-Barley Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
sh-Barley Seed ExtractDescription is coming soon
Morus Nigra Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Morus Nigra Fruit ExtractDescription is coming soon
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed ExtractDescription is coming soon
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed ExtractDescription is coming soon