Herbivore Moon Fruit 1% Bakuchiol + Peptides Retinol Alternative Serum

Herbivore Moon Fruit 1% Bakuchiol + Peptides Retinol Alternative Serum
5.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
6.1 Humectancy icon Humectancy
4.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Does Herbivore Moon Fruit 1% Bakuchiol + Peptides Retinol Alternative Serum work?

Based on the ingredient list analysis by CreamScan AI, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Herbivore Moon Fruit 1% Bakuchiol + Peptides Retinol Alternative Serum:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.2 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Well-suited moisturizer for normal skin with a relatively lightweight texture

According to CreamScan analysis, Herbivore Moon Fruit 1% Bakuchiol + Peptides Retinol Alternative Serum is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a high humectancy of 6.1 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Propanediol (est. ≈4.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 4.2 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Triheptanoin (est. ≈6.0%) and Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (est. ≈2.0%).

This type of moisturizer is well-suited for people with normal skin. It combines a high concentration of humectants with a significant amount of occlusive ingredients to deliver effective dual-action moisturizing for normal skin.

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

Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Herbivore Moon Fruit 1% Bakuchiol + Peptides Retinol Alternative Serum has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

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

Rich in skin-protecting antioxidants

We estimate that Herbivore Moon Fruit 1% Bakuchiol + Peptides Retinol Alternative Serum is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract (est. ≈1.1%), Bakuchiol (est. ≈1.0%), Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract (est. ≈0.3%), and others.

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
70
6
4
3
2
1.5
1.3
1.2
1.1
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
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
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Triheptanoin
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Propanediol
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C9-12 Alkane
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Cetearyl Olivate
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Sorbitan Olivate
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Glycerin
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Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
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Bakuchiol
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Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
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Hydrolyzed Eragrostis Tef Seed Extract
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Anigozanthos Flavidus Flower/Leaf Extract
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Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract
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Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
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Morus Alba Fruit Extract
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Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
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Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
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Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
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Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
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Sodium Levulinate
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Sodium Anisate
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Citric Acid
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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
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Decyl Glucoside
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Sodium Phytate
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Lauryl Glucoside
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Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
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Diisopropyl Adipate
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Triethyl Citrate
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
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Rosa Damascena Extract
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Alcohol
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract
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Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
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Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract
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Cinnamomum Camphora Linalooliferum Wood Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
6.1
4
1.2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
8.3
6.0
2.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 6.1 10
6.1
4
1.2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 8.3 20
4.2
6.0
2.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
1.2
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 6.1 10
6.1
All humectants
6.1
4
1.2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
2
0.3
All occlusives 8.3 20
4.2
All occlusives
8.3
6.0
2.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 1 -
Total
0
Bakuchiol
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
1
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1.1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 5.1 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
5.1
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
1.1
Bakuchiol
1
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
0.3
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
0.3
Morus Alba Fruit Extract
0.3
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
0.3
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
0.3
Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract
0.3
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
0.3
Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 1.5 5 No
All soothing
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
Function
Origin
WaterThe 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.
Triheptanoin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Triheptanoin
Propanediol
Est. %4
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn 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.
C9-12 Alkane
Est. %3
Function
Origin
C9-12 Alkane
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %2
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.
Cetearyl Olivate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Cetearyl Olivate

A multifunctional ingredient derived from plants that primarily serves as an emulsifier. Supplied as a waxy ivory-colored flake, it can also be used as an emollient and slip modifier that gives a product an overall light, silky finish.

Sorbitan Olivate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan OlivateAn ester of sorbitol (a type of sugar alcohol) and olive oil fatty acids. It is used as an emulsifying agent to stabilize oil droplets in water (or vice versa).
Glycerin
Est. %1.2
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Est. %1.1
Function
Origin
Melia Azadirachta Flower ExtractAn antioxidant extract derived from the flowers of the Indian lilac, also known as Neem. It is often used in traditional medicine in India. The Neem flower extracts contain limonoids, which are currently under research for their anti-pigment activity.
Bakuchiol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
BakuchiolA newly discovered bioactive obtained from the seeds of Babchi. It boosts collagen production like retinol, but with fewer side effects. Its effects include reduced wrinkles and faded pigmentation.
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit ExtractAn antioxidant, soothing, and humectant moisturizing extract obtained from Chinese magnolia-vine berries. Its main compounds are soothing and immunomodulatory lignans.
Hydrolyzed Eragrostis Tef Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Eragrostis Tef Seed Extract
Anigozanthos Flavidus Flower/Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Anigozanthos Flavidus Flower/Leaf Extract
Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit ExtractA humectant and emollient extract derived from fig fruits. It contains a variety of good phytochemicals such as phenolic acids, flavonoids, and tannins.
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum Fruit ExtractA pomegranate fruit extract that contains antioxidant polyphenols and a rare emollient punicic acid. It is aimed at dry, irritated skin.
Morus Alba Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Morus Alba Fruit Extract
Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Stearoyl GlutamateA useful ingredient for both cleansing and emulsifying purposes. It is a powerful agent for washing away dirt and oils from the skin.
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coccinia Indica Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from the cucumber-like fruits of ivy gourd. It contains a large amount of soothing mucilage as well as some antioxidant carotenoids. It has also been shown that the extract may have some anti-allergy properties.
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl/Capryl GlucosideA naturally-derived surfactant used for gentle cleansing and foam-boosting when combined with other surfactants.
Sodium Levulinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium LevulinateA sodium salt of levulinic acid that is used as an antimicrobial and preservative agent, inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria in a product.
Sodium Anisate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium AnisateA natural preservative with a sweet scent.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Est. %0.3
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.
Decyl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Decyl GlucosideA surfactant that can function as both a cleansing agent and emulsifier. As a cleansing agent, it is very mild on the skin. As an emulsifier, decyl glucoside will produce oil-in-water emulsions. It is naturally derived from vegetable oils and starch.
Sodium Phytate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium PhytateSodium phytate is a chelating agent that serves to remove heavy metal ions from water. Removing metal ions helps other ingredients, such as antioxidants and preservatives, to perform better and keep products from separating.
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.

Lauryl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lauryl GlucosideA natural nonionic surfactant, which means it acts as an effective cleansing ingredient. It can act alone as a cleanser or be paired with anionic surfactants to make them milder on the skin.
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit ExtractObtained from the fruits of the lowbush blueberry, this purple-blue extract is rich in antioxidant vitamin C and anthocyanins.
Diisopropyl Adipate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Diisopropyl AdipateA synthetic oil-like ingredient with a light feel and softening effect not just on skin, but for products as a whole.
Triethyl Citrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Triethyl Citrate
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.
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit ExtractA fragrant and flavoring extract derived from vanilla pods. Vanillin is the main compound responsible for its scent and taste. Other compounds present in the vanilla pod are antioxidant and soothin tannins, polyphenols, and free amino acids.
Rosa Damascena Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Damascena ExtractDerived from the Damask rose, this extract contains the luxurious fragrant rose essential oil, as well as astringent tannins.
Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AlcoholAn effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract

Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract is the same extract as Citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) fruit extract. It has antioxidant properties and gives a skincare product a fresh orange scent. It also works as a thickener due to its pectin content. Read more about the extract here: Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract.

Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit ExtractAn antioxidant and astringent extract derived from raspberries - which are a rich source of flavonoids, anthocyanins, phenolic acids, and tannins.
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from apple fruit that has humectant moisturizing and antioxidant properties, as well as gentle anti-pigment effects. It contains humectant sugars, anti-pigment organic acids, and flavonoids.
Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit ExtractAn extract from bananas that has a variety of astringent and antioxidant phenolic compounds and that has a sweet, fruity aroma.
Cinnamomum Camphora Linalooliferum Wood Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cinnamomum Camphora Linalooliferum Wood Extract