Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil Review

Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
Review

Does Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum 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: Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Key Benefits of Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil:
 

Very Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum 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, primarily due to the high content of Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil (est. ≈50.0%), Punica Granatum Seed Oil (est. ≈11.0%) and Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil (est. ≈3.0%).

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 Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum 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.

Rich in Skin-Protecting Antioxidants

We estimate that Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil (est. ≈50.0%), Punica Granatum Seed Oil (est. ≈11.0%), Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract (est. ≈6.0%), 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.

Skin Soothing and Calming Potential

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract (est. ≈6.0%) and Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil (est. ≈3.0%).

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: Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum 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 Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum 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.

Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

If one of your main reasons for choosing Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, it currently has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

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

While this does not categorically exclude the possibility that Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate may reduce wrinkles, its efficacy is not supported by convincing, vehicle-controlled, double-blind clinical studies - at least none that were accessible to the CreamScan team at the time of publication.

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.

Pros & Cons of Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum Oil

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Magic Moth Astral Trip Omega-C Serum 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
  • Rich in antioxidants that combat oxidative stress associated with accelerated skin aging and defend against environmental damage
  • Potentially soothing, as it contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients like Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract and Moringa Oleifera Seed 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
  • Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
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Hydrolyzed Jojoba Seed Extract
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Punica Granatum Seed Oil
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Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
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Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract
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Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
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Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
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Secale Cereale (Rye) Seed Extract
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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
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Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
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Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
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Copper Chlorophyll
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Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
64.3
50.0
11.0
3.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 64.3 20
10.0
50.0
11.0
3.0
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
50
11
3
0.3
All occlusives 64.3 20
10.0
All occlusives
64.3
50.0
11.0
3.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
50
11
6
4
3
1
0.3
All antioxidants 75.3 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
75.3
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
50
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
11
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
6
Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract
4
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
3
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
1
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
6
3
1
All soothing 10 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
10
6
3
1
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %50
Function
Origin
Argania Spinosa Kernel OilA fatty oil from Moroccan argan tree kernels commonly used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. Its uniqueness comes from its compounds: vitamin E, phospholipids, phenolic compounds, and rare phytosterols with antioxidant and emollient effects.
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Seed Extract
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Seed Extract
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing pomegranate seed oil that is rich in a rare fatty acid called punicic acid, and that contains a high content of the antioxidant vitamin E.
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
Est. %6
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.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Hippophae Rhamnoides ExtractAn extract from sea buckthorn fruits. It contains various antioxidant and astringent compounds and significantly improved skin elasticity in a small clinical study.
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Moringa Oleifera Seed OilAn oil obtained from the seeds of Moringa oleifera, a fast-growing bush native to Northern India and the sub-Himalayan regions. It contains mainly oleic acid, as well as many additional anti-inflammatory compounds and high levels of vitamin E.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Secale Cereale (Rye) Seed Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Secale Cereale (Rye) Seed ExtractAn extract of rye seeds. Several patents claim that it has anti-wrinkle properties and the ability to enhance the anti-wrinkle activity of other ingredients.
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.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tetrahexyldecyl AscorbateA lipid-soluble form of vitamin C that is more stable and less irritating than ascorbic acid. According to a recent clinical study, THDA has all the capabilities of regular vitamin C, including anti-wrinkle and anti-pigment activity.
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Oleifera Seed OilExtracted from the seeds of the flowering plant tea oil camellia (not to be confused with tea tree oil), this occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil consists of oleic and linoleic fatty acids, vitamin E, and phytosterols.
Copper Chlorophyll
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Copper Chlorophyll
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pelargonium Graveolens OilA fragrant essential oil with a rose-like scent obtained from the leaves of rose geranium. It is sometimes added to a more expensive rose oil in order to produce larger volumes.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil

An essential oil expressed from the peels of the bergamot orange. The scent of bergamot oil is woodier than those of other citrus essential oils. This essential oil is still not recommended if you are sensitive to citrus fruits.