Naturopathica Alpine Arnica Bath & Body Oil

Naturopathica Alpine Arnica Bath & Body Oil
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Does Naturopathica Alpine Arnica Bath & Body Oil work?

Based on the ingredient list analysis by CreamScan AI, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Naturopathica Alpine Arnica Bath & Body Oil:

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

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Naturopathica Alpine Arnica Bath & Body Oil 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, due to the high content of Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈50.0%), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%) and Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil (est. ≈11.0%).

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Naturopathica Alpine Arnica Bath & Body Oil is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%) and Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil (est. ≈2.0%).

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
50
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
Est. %
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Function:
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Function:
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Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Function:
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Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil
Function:
Origin:
Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Oil
Function:
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
83.0
50.0
22.0
11.0
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 83.0 20
10.0
50.0
22.0
11.0
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
All occlusives 83.0 20
10.0
All occlusives
83.0
50.0
22.0
11.0
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
22
2
1.5
All antioxidants 25.5 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
25.5
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
22
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
2
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
1.5
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1.5
All soothing 1.5 5 No
All soothing
1.5
1.5
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %50
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA 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.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Est. %22
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.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %11
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.
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Arnica Montana Flower ExtractAn extract derived from the flower heads of the mountain arnica plant. This plant is used as herbal medicine to treat wounds, bruises, and inflammation. In skincare, however, it is mostly added for fragrance purposes due to its pleasant pine and sage odor.
Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil
Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) OilAn essential oil derived from basil. It contains linalool and methyl chavicol which give the oil its characteristic fresh, green aroma.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf OilAn essential oil distilled from the leaves of rosemary. It is used as a fragrance in skincare and has a spicy, earthy, camphoraceous scent. It also has antioxidant properties according to some research.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf ExtractA soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.