Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil Review

Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil
5.3
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.6 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
Review

Does Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil has to offer:
 
  • Strong occlusive moisturizing. This exceptionally occlusive moisturizer, ideal for dry and very dry skin, has a moderate moisturizing rating of 5.3 out of 10, impaired by the lack of humectants.
  • Soothing: Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Key Benefits of Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil:
 

Very Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.3 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a low Humectancy of 0.6 out of 10 and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Borago Officinalis Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (est. ≈11.0%) and Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil (est. ≈6.0%).

This type of product, when used as a standalone moisturizer, can deliver an exceptional level of occlusive hydration that is adequate for dry to very skin. The occlusive profile of Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil 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 Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Borago Officinalis Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%) and Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides (est. ≈4.0%).

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.

Skin Soothing and Calming Potential

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Borago Officinalis Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

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: Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil 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.

Needs to Be Paired with Extra Humectants for Optimal Moisturizing Efficacy

An ideal moisturizer for any skin type should balance the right level of occlusivity (depending on skin type) with a significant amount of humectants, while Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil contains a low level of humectants.

People with dry 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.

Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

If one of your main reasons for choosing Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil 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 Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Cultured Biomecare Resilience Facial Oil to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

Pros:

  • Provides the right level of occlusivity to moisturize dry to very dry skin
  • Rich in antioxidants that combat oxidative stress associated with accelerated skin aging and defend against environmental damage
  • Potentially soothing, as it contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, specifically Borago Officinalis Seed Oil

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
45
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
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
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
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Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
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Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides
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Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
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Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil
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Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
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Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
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Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
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Lupinus Albus Seed Extract
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Phospholipids
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Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
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Glycolipids
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Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
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Bacillus Ferment
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Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract
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Angelica Gigas Root Extract
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Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract
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Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
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Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
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Ascorbyl Palmitate
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
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Tocopherol
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
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Ratings

All humectants
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
46.6
22.0
11.0
6.0
3.0
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.6 10
0.6
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 46.6 20
10.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
3.0
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
0.3
0.3
All humectants 0.6 10
0.6
All humectants
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
22
11
6
3
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 46.6 20
10.0
All occlusives
46.6
22.0
11.0
6.0
3.0
1.5
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
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Ascorbyl Palmitate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
22
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 28.7 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
28.7
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
22
Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides
4
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
0.3
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
0.3
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
0.3
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract
0.3
Ascorbyl Palmitate
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
22
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 24.5 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
24.5
22
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Coco-Caprylate/CaprateA naturally-derived emollient ester. It is a blend of caprylates and caprates and, relative to other emollients, is lightweight and dry on the skin. As a result, coco-caprylate/caprate serves as a natural alternative to volatile silicones.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Borago Officinalis Seed OilA fatty emollient and occlusive oil expressed from the seeds of borage flowers. It has a uniquely high content of a rare gamma-linolenic acid and also contains squalene, phytosterols, and vitamin E.
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.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel OilA 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.
Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %3
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.
Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Adansonia Digitata Seed OilAn excellent occlusive (moisturizing) and emollient oil derived from baobab tree seeds. It is known to be a non-irritating ingredient on the skin.
Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Aleurites Moluccanus Seed OilDerived from the seeds of the famous Hawaiian kukui nut tree, this oil is a great emollient and occlusive moisturizer that is rich in fatty acids.
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Oleifera Seed OilExtracted from the seeds of the flowering plant tea oil camellia (not to be confused with tea tree oil), this occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil consists of oleic and linoleic fatty acids, vitamin E, and phytosterols.
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cannabis Sativa Seed OilAlso known as hemp seed oil, an occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil derived from the seeds of industrial hemp. It has nothing to do with full-spectrum CBD or THC. It contains unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant phytosterols, phytol, and vitamin E.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed OilA fatty oil pressed from safflower seeds that is used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It contains unusually high amounts of linoleic acid (up to 70%), as well as antioxidant compounds such as vitamin E, phytosterols, and phenolics.
Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
Lupinus Albus Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lupinus Albus Seed ExtractAn extract from the seeds of the white lupin - which contain an occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil. The seeds are also rich in antioxidants.
Phospholipids
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhospholipidsA large group of lipids that are an essential component of every single cell membrane in the body. They have excellent emollient properties. Phospholipids are also utilized in the manufacturing of ‘fancy’ formulations such as liposomes.
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Est. %0.3
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.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

A famous olive oil widely used in skincare as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer. It contains mainly unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant flavonoids, and oleuropeins. Olive oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.

Glycolipids
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GlycolipidsVarious lipids combined with one or more sugars. It can be used as an emulsifier or a very gentle cleanser.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Argania Spinosa Kernel OilA fatty oil from Moroccan argan tree kernels commonly used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. Its uniqueness comes from its compounds: vitamin E, phospholipids, phenolic compounds, and rare phytosterols with antioxidant and emollient effects.
Bacillus Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bacillus FermentAn exfoliating mixture of fermentation products made by Bacillus subtilis. Its main active compound is a set of enzymes called proteases – which provide gentle exfoliation.
Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract
Angelica Gigas Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Angelica Gigas Root Extract
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root ExtractA soothing and anti-pigment extract derived from a species of licorice with glycyrrhizin as the main active ingredient.
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycine Soja (Soybean) SterolsA mixture of phytosterols isolated from soybean oil. Phytosterols, when used in skincare products, have emollient properties and can make the skin feel softer and smoother.
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Est. %0.3
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.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel ExtractA beneficial extract obtained from Oat groats popular in products aimed at eczema-prone skin. It contains skin healing beta-glucan, anti-inflammatory phenolic compounds, antioxidant flavonoids, various lipids, proteins, and moisturizing amino acids.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
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.

Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf ExtractA soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Anthemis Nobilis Flower OilDistilled from the flowers of Roman chamomile, this fragrant essential oil is mainly constituted of esters of angelic and tiglic acid, which give it a sweet, crisp, fruity, and herbaceous scent.