Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum

Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum
5.9
/ 10
Moisturizing
1.8 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
0.6Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.9 out of 10.
  • Little anti-wrinkle effect: Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum has an anti-wrinkle rating of 0.6 out of 10, so you may expect a positive, although insignificant, effect on wrinkles.
  • Soothing: Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum has a moisturizing rating of 5.9 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a low Humectancy of 1.8 out of 10 and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (est. ≈50.0%), Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%) and Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (est. ≈11.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum 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 confirmed anti-wrinkle efficacy. This ingredient has below-average efficacy, proven by one study.
 
Among others, Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum also contains Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does 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, could deliver additional anti-wrinkle efficacy through its moisturizing action.
 

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (est. ≈50.0%) and Borago Officinalis Seed 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

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Grounded Sage Balance Facial Serum is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Borago Officinalis Seed Oil (est. ≈6.0%), Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil (est. ≈4.0%) and Echinacea Angustifolia Extract (est. ≈2.0%).

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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
22
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil
11
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
6
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
4
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
3
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
2
Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
1.5
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
1
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate
Est. %
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
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Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
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Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
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Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
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Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
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Tocopherol
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Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate
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Ratings

All humectants
1.8
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
89.3
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 1.8 10
1.8
1.5
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 89.3 20
10.0
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1.5
0.3
All humectants 1.8 10
1.8
All humectants
1.8
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
50
22
11
6
0.3
All occlusives 89.3 20
10.0
All occlusives
89.3
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
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
- 0.3 -
Total
0.6
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
0.6
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
2 /10
when present at, %
1
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
-
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
50
6
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 59.4 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
59.4
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
50
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
6
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
1.5
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
1
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
6
4
2
1.5
1
0.3
All soothing 10 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
10
6
4
2
1.5
1
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Est. %50
Function
Origin
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil derived from grape seeds that are leftover after juicing or wine production. It contains linoleic, oleic, palmitic, and stearic acids, squalene, as well as phytosterols and various antioxidant compounds.
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed OilAn oil cold-pressed from pumpkin seeds. It mainly contains emollient and occlusive fatty acids and phytosterols, as well as unusually high levels of antioxidant vitamin E and carotenoids.
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.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Est. %6
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.
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Est. %4
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.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) OilAn essential oil derived from common, or true, lavender. It is used in skincare for its lovely, calming scent. Like all essential oils, however, it may cause a contact skin allergy in more sensitive individuals.
Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Echinacea Angustifolia ExtractDescription is coming soon
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %1.5
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.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractAn extract derived from the flowers of the pot marigold. Its yellow to bright orange flowers contain carotenoids, triterpenoids, and flavonoids. They all have fantastic anti-inflammatory activity and can help to soothe inflamed skin.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractAn antioxidant green tea extract. In the deeper layers, it slows down the destruction of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid – thus delaying the signs of aging. It also acts as an anti-acne, soothing, moisturizing, and emollient ingredient.
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.

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.

Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Leuconostoc Ferment FiltrateDescription is coming soon