Molvany Mugwort Heating Therapy Pack Review

Molvany Mugwort Heating Therapy Pack
Review

Does Molvany Mugwort Heating Therapy Pack Work?

 
Molvany Mugwort Heating Therapy Pack is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
22
5
4.9
4
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2
1.5
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Glycerin
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Butylene Glycol
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Sorbitan Sesquioleate
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Cetearyl Olivate
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Sorbitan Olivate
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Water
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Artemisia Princeps Leaf Oil
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Dipropylene Glycol
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Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract
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Allantoin
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Bentonite
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Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Arctium Majus Root Extract
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Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
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Juniperus Communis Fruit Extract
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Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Extract
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Allyl Butyrate
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
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Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
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Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/Twig Extract
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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract
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Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract
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Poria Cocos Extract
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Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
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Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
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Aster Scaber Extract
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Paeonia Suffruticosa Extract
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Veronica Officinalis Leaf Extract
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Hypericum Perforatum Extract
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Calamine
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Kaolin
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
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Gluconolactone
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
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Ingredients explained

Glycerin
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Butylene Glycol
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.

Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Est. %5
Function
Origin
Sorbitan SesquioleateA natural liquid ingredient that is yellow to amber in color and completely transparent. It supports oil and water mixtures and disperses minerals into oils.
Cetearyl Olivate
Est. %4.9
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. %4
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).
Water
Est. %3
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.
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Oil
Dipropylene Glycol
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Dipropylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid that has several uses. One of its main functions is as a solvent. Dipropylene glycol is also used to reduce the thickness of skincare products.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerA polymeric ingredient that creates lightweight and refreshing gel textures. It also works as a viscosity controlling agent.
Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract
Allantoin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Bentonite
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BentoniteA naturally occurring material that has a variety of functions. It is used as absorbent, since the bentonite can absorb oils produced by the skin and prevent a greasy appearance. It is also a great opacifier.
Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Arctium Majus Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Arctium Majus Root Extract
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melissa Officinalis Leaf ExtractA fragrant extract derived from lemon balm leaves with antioxidant and antiviral flavonoids and terpenes. It has a lovely, fresh, lemon-like scent.
Juniperus Communis Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Juniperus Communis Fruit Extract
Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Extract
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Allyl Butyrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Allyl Butyrate
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateA licorice root derivative with powerful anti-inflammatory and soothing activities. It is often used as a flavoring agent in lip products.
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ulmus Davidiana Root ExtractDerived from the root of an elm tree known as David, this soothing and antioxidant extract has been shown to have humectant moisturizing benefits that are similar to hyaluronic acid’s.
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/Twig Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/Twig Extract
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract
Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract
Poria Cocos Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Poria Cocos Extract
Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel ExtractA beneficial extract obtained from Oat groats popular in products aimed at eczema-prone skin. It contains skin healing beta-glucan, anti-inflammatory phenolic compounds, antioxidant flavonoids, various lipids, proteins, and moisturizing amino acids.
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pueraria Lobata Root ExtractAn extract from the roots of Kudzu, a trailing vine native to several Asian countries. It contains a combination of isoflavones and polysaccharides which have been shown to increase the production of collagen and HA in aging skin.
Aster Scaber Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aster Scaber Extract
Paeonia Suffruticosa Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Paeonia Suffruticosa Extract
Veronica Officinalis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Veronica Officinalis Leaf Extract
Hypericum Perforatum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hypericum Perforatum ExtractAn extract from one of the most famous and well-researched medicinal herbs - St. John’s Wort. It contains plenty of unique anti-inflammatory and astringent phytochemicals.
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.
Calamine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calamine
Kaolin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
KaolinA type of mineral clay milled into a white, very fine powder. It is able to absorb sweat and oil, which then helps to keep the skin matte. The larger particles of kaolin are used in skin scrubs as an abrasive ingredient.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

A famous olive oil widely used in skincare as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer. It contains mainly unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant flavonoids, and oleuropeins. Olive oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.

Gluconolactone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GluconolactoneA PHA derived from glucose. It has exfoliating and humectant properties and acts as a penetration enhancer for other ingredients. It has also been shown to assist in the treatment of acne and the prevention of photoaging.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5

A small synthetic peptide that signals the skin to produce more collagen. It has been clinically tested and proven to reduce skin roughness and the appearance of wrinkles.