Fourth Ray Beauty Coconut Face Milk

Fourth Ray Beauty Coconut Face Milk
7.7
/ 10
Moisturizing
5.4 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
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Review

Results you may expect from using Fourth Ray Beauty Coconut Face Milk:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Fourth Ray Beauty Coconut Face Milk:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 7.7 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Fourth Ray Beauty Coconut Face Milk has a moisturizing rating of 7.7 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a moderate humectancy of 5.4 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice (est. ≈2.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈9.0%) and Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil (est. ≈6.0%).

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Fourth Ray Beauty Coconut Face Milk is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Argania Spinosa 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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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Ratings

All humectants
5.4
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
20.5
9.0
6.0
3.0
2.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
7.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 5.4 10
5.4
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 20.5 20
10.0
9.0
6.0
3.0
2.5
Moisturizing rating
7.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 5.4 10
5.4
All humectants
5.4
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
9
6
3
2.5
All occlusives 20.5 20
10.0
All occlusives
20.5
9.0
6.0
3.0
2.5
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
6
1.3
1
0.3
All antioxidants 8.6 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
8.6
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
6
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
1.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
1
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1.3
1
All soothing 2.3 5 No
All soothing
2.3
1.3
1
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
The most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %9
Function
Origin
A 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.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %6
Function
Origin
A 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.
Cocoyl Adipic Acid/Trimethylolpropane Copolymer
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Squalane
Est. %3
Function
Origin
An 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.
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
A famous occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil. It is derived from coconuts and may give a product a lovely coconut scent. Coconut oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Also labeled as "raw coconut milk", this ingredient is rich in humectant moisturizing sugars, proteins, emollient emulsified coconut oil, vitamins, and minerals.
Cocos Nucifera Water
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Coconut water from fresh coconuts. It mainly contains water, a bit of coconut oil, sugars, and small amounts of antioxidants.
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
A soothing extract obtained from the marsh-mallow plant. It contains anti-inflammatory polyphenols and antioxidant polysaccharides.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Phospholipids
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A 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.
Propanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Quartz
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A naturally occurring mineral that functions as an exfoliant to remove dead skin cells.
Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A synthetic ingredient that is used to thicken water and alcohol. It results in a more lightweight formula and is commonly found in gel products.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Hexylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A multifunctional ingredient that is best known for its use as a solvent. It can dissolve both water-based ingredients and oils. For this reason, it can also function as an emulsifier, allowing oil and water ingredients to mix and remain stable.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Under 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.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
The most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.