MAC Cosmetics MAC Prep + Prime Grapefruit & Chamomile Essential Oils

MAC Cosmetics MAC Prep + Prime Grapefruit & Chamomile Essential Oils
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
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Review

Results you may expect from using MAC Cosmetics MAC Prep + Prime Grapefruit & Chamomile Essential Oils:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using MAC Cosmetics MAC Prep + Prime Grapefruit & Chamomile Essential Oils:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: MAC Cosmetics MAC Prep + Prime Grapefruit & Chamomile Essential Oils has 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 Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈55.0%), Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil (est. ≈22.0%) and Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil (est. ≈11.0%).

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that MAC Cosmetics MAC Prep + Prime Grapefruit & Chamomile Essential Oils is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil (est. ≈22.0%), Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil (est. ≈11.0%), Tocopherol (est. ≈3.0%), 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
55
22
11
3
2.9
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2
1.5
1
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
94.5
55.0
22.0
11.0
3.0
2.0
1.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 94.5 20
10.0
55.0
22.0
11.0
3.0
2.0
1.5
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
55
22
11
3
2
1.5
All occlusives 94.5 20
10.0
All occlusives
94.5
55.0
22.0
11.0
3.0
2.0
1.5
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
22
11
3
2
1
All antioxidants 39 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
39
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
22
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil
11
Tocopherol
3
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
2
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
1
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
2.9
All soothing 2.9 5 No
All soothing
2.9
2.9
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %55
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.
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
A fatty oil expressed from the fleshy part of an avocado, used in skincare for its excellent emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Avocado oil contains fatty acids, notably oleic acid (up to 80%), squalene, vitamin E, and carotenoids.
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil
Est. %11
Function
Origin
A fatty emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil obtained from wheat germ. It mainly consists of linoleic, oleic, and palmitic acids followed by antioxidant vitamin E, phytosterols, and fatty alcohols.
Tocopherol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
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.
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Est. %2.9
Function
Origin
Distilled 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.
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil
Est. %2.8
Function
Origin
A fragrant essential oil extracted from lime peels that is mostly comprised of limonene, pinene, terpinene, and terpineol - which give off a sweet citrusy scent.
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
An occlusive moisturizing oil expressed from soybeans. It does not leave an oily feeling on the skin due to its low content of saturated fatty acids. Glycine soja oil contains emollient fatty acids and a significant amount of antioxidants.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
A fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A fragrant essential oil obtained from pomelo peels - sometimes mislabeled as grapefruit. The high limonene content is responsible for its citrusy scent. It may induce sun allergies in people sensitive to citrus fruits.
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Citral
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A 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.
Geraniol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A fragrant, volatile, plant-based, liquid chemical that can be naturally found in many essential oils (specifically rose, palmarosa, citronella). It has a rose-like scent. It is a potential irritant and may cause an allergic reaction in some people.