Lush Banana Skin

Lush Banana Skin
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Does Lush Banana Skin work?

Based on the ingredient list analysis by CreamScan AI, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Lush Banana Skin:

  • Strong occlusive moisturizing. This exceptionally occlusive moisturizer, ideal for dry and very dry skin, has a moderate moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10, impaired by the absence of humectants.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Moisturizer with the right occlusivity for very dry skin, ideally to be paired with a humectant-rich product

According to CreamScan analysis, Lush Banana Skin is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely occlusive. It has zero Humectancy (we didn't find any humectant ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter (est. ≈45.0%), Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter (est. ≈22.0%) and Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (est. ≈4.0%).

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 Lush Banana Skin suggests a rich, thick texture, making it perfectly suited for dry skin.

However, it contains no humectants, and people with dry skin would definitely benefit from adding water-binding humectants to their moisturizing routine for effective dual-action moisturizing. If this is your only moisturizer, it may be worth including a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.

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

Rich in skin-protecting antioxidants

We estimate that Lush Banana Skin is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (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.

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
0.15
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
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Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter
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Musa Paradisiaca (Banana) Fruit
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Tapioca Starch
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
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Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
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Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
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Musa Paradisiaca (Banana) Leaf Extract
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Santalum Austrocaledonicum Wood Oil
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Cistus Ladaniferus Resin
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Hibiscus Abelmoschus Seed Oil
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Dipteryx Odorata Seed Oil
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Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract
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Citral
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Coumarin
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Farnesol
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Limonene
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Linalool
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Fragrance
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
77.6
45.0
22.0
4.0
3.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 77.6 20
10.0
45.0
22.0
4.0
3.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
None
All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
45
22
4
3
2
1
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 77.6 20
10.0
All occlusives
77.6
45.0
22.0
4.0
3.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
0.3
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
4
All antioxidants 4 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
4
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
4
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed ButterA butter-like, occlusive moisturizing, and emollient fatty oil extracted from the seeds of Murumuru palm. It consists mainly of lauric and myristic acid, as well as smaller amounts of oleic acid.
Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter
Musa Paradisiaca (Banana) Fruit
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Musa Paradisiaca (Banana) Fruit
Tapioca Starch
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Tapioca StarchTapioca starch is used to absorb excess oil and provide slip for dry powder formulations.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Est. %4
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.
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed ButterCommonly known as cupuaçu butter, this fatty, emollient, and occlusive ingredient is similar to cocoa butter. It contains fatty acids and is able to emulsify 4x its weight.
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed ButterA fat obtained from the kernel of the mango seed. It is a semi-solid, plant-based butter that is used for consumption, and as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer in skincare.
Musa Paradisiaca (Banana) Leaf Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Musa Paradisiaca (Banana) Leaf Extract
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %1
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.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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.
Santalum Austrocaledonicum Wood Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Santalum Austrocaledonicum Wood Oil
Cistus Ladaniferus Resin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cistus Ladaniferus Resin
Hibiscus Abelmoschus Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hibiscus Abelmoschus Seed Oil
Dipteryx Odorata Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipteryx Odorata Seed Oil
Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower ExtractA bright orange extract obtained from the flowers of the safflower plant. It has been shown to reduce the signs of photoaging, have anti-pigment activity, and promote hair growth. The studies on humans, however, are so far lacking.
Citral
Est. %0.15
Function
Origin
Citral

A fragrant compound found in many essential oils (especially lemon myrtle and lemongrass essential oil). It has a sweet, lemon-like scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citral, or at least do a patch test before using.

Coumarin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coumarin

A plant-based fragrant compound that occurs in sweet-smelling grass, sweet woodruff, and sweet clover. It has a sweet and vanilla-like scent in high concentrations and a similar scent to freshly mowed grass in low concentrations.

Farnesol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Farnesol

A fragrant, liquid alcohol that is naturally found in many essential oils. It has a soft, sweet, floral scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.

Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Limonene

One of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.

Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
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.