M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil Review

M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
Review

Does M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil has to offer:
 
  • 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.
  • Soothing: M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.

Key Benefits of M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil:
 

Very Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil 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, due to the high content of Squalane (est. ≈50.0%), Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%) and Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil (est. ≈11.0%).

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 M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying 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.

Skin Soothing and Calming Potential

Based on the ingredient list analysis, M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil (est. ≈11.0%).

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: M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying 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 M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil contains no humectants at all.

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.

Pros & Cons of M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying Face Oil

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of M.S Skincare Dignitary | Clarifying 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
  • Potentially soothing, as it contains a high concentration of soothing Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) 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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
Est. %
Squalane
Function:
Origin:
Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
Function:
Origin:
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Function:
Origin:
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Function:
Origin:
Matricaria Recutita Flower Oil
Function:
Origin:
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Powder
Function:
Origin:
Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil
Function:
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Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil
Function:
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
89.0
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 89.0 20
10.0
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
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
50
22
11
6
All occlusives 89.0 20
10.0
All occlusives
89.0
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
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
None
All antioxidants 0 3 No
All antioxidants
0
None
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
11
All soothing 11 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
11
11
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Squalane
Est. %50
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.
Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed OilA richly emollient and occlusive moisturizing fatty oil extracted from black currant seeds. It has a unique content of polyunsaturated fatty acids and is suitable for oily and acne-prone skin.
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil expressed from the seeds of a yellow-flowered plant which often opens its flowers in the evening (hence the name). It is light and suitable for problematic, eczematous, and inflammation-prone skin.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %6
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.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Est. %4
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.
Matricaria Recutita Flower Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Matricaria Recutita Flower Oil
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Powder
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Powder
Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Salvia Sclarea (Clary) OilA fragrant essential oil obtained from the clary sage that has a sweet, herbal, soft, and woody aroma, with some hints of lavender.
Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Santalum Album (Sandalwood) OilA fragrant essential oil derived from sandalwood trees.