FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil Review

FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil
6.5
/ 10
Moisturizing
3.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
Review

Does FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil has to offer:
 
  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.5 out of 10.
  • Soothing: FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Key Benefits of FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil:
 

Very Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil is highly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 6.5 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a moderate humectancy of 3.0 out of 10, solely because of the high content of Plankton Extract (est. ≈3.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Squalane (est. ≈45.0%) and Borago Officinalis Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%).

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 FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face 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 FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Borago Officinalis Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%), Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides (est. ≈11.0%) and Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil (est. ≈6.0%).

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, FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face 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: FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face 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 FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil contains a relatively 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 FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, it currently has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

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

While this does not categorically exclude the possibility that Ubiquinone 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 FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face Oil

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of FaceGym Face Coach Lifting Squalane Face 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
Est. %
Squalane
Function:
Origin:
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
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Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides
Function:
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Plankton Extract
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Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
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Arnica Montana Flower
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Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil
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Pistacia Lentiscus (Mastic) Gum
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Beta-Carotene (CI 40800)
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Ubiquinone
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Xanthophylls
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Fragrance
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Tocopherol
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
3.0
3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
80.9
45.0
22.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 3 10
3.0
3
Occlusivity All occlusives 80.9 20
10.0
45.0
22.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
6.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
3
All humectants 3 10
3
All humectants
3.0
3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
45
22
6
4
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 80.9 20
10.0
All occlusives
80.9
45.0
22.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
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
Ubiquinone
-
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
11
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 40.5 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
40.5
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
22
Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides
11
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
6
Beta-Carotene (CI 40800)
0.3
Ubiquinone
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
22
0.3
All soothing 22.3 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
22.3
22
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Squalane
Est. %45
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
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.
Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %4
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.
Plankton Extract
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Plankton ExtractAn extract from a mixture of various tiny marine animals, algae, seaweeds, and microscopic organisms jointly called plankton. One patent refers to it as a moisturizing humectant ingredient.
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Crambe Abyssinica Seed OilA fatty oil obtained from the Crambe plant. It mainly consists of moisturizing occlusive and emollient fatty acids such as erucic, oleic, linoleic acids.
Arnica Montana Flower
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Arnica Montana Flower
Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing fatty oil expressed from raspberry seeds. It is a rich source of linoleic, α-linolenic, and palmitic fatty acids.
Pistacia Lentiscus (Mastic) Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pistacia Lentiscus (Mastic) GumA thick, film-forming, adhesive, and fragrant natural gum called mastic gum. It consists of resin-scented essential oil.
Beta-Carotene (CI 40800)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Beta-Carotene (CI 40800)An orange-red plant pigment with powerful antioxidant activity.
Ubiquinone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
UbiquinoneAlso known as Coenzyme Q10, this bright orange antioxidant supports the skin's energy metabolism. It also offers some anti-pigment action. Dietary supplementation of Ubiquinone improves the appearance of wrinkles.
Xanthophylls
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthophylls
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
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.

Fragrance
Est. %0.3
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.
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.