Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil Review

Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil
5.3
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.6 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Review

Does Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil has to offer:
 
  • Strong occlusive moisturizing. This exceptionally occlusive moisturizer, ideal for dry and very dry skin, has a moderate moisturizing rating of 5.3 out of 10, impaired by the lack of humectants.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Key Benefits of Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil:
 

Very Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.3 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a low Humectancy of 0.6 out of 10 and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈45.0%), Ricinodendron Rautenenii Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%) and Argania Spinosa Kernel 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 Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging 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 Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil (est. ≈11.0%), Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil (est. ≈6.0%), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (est. ≈4.0%), 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.

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: Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging 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.

If It’s Your Only Moisturizer, It’s Better When Paired with Some Humectants

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 Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil contains a low level of humectants.

People with dry skin would definitely benefit from adding more humectants to their moisturizing routine beyond what this product offers. 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 Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging Oil

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Nyakio Manketti & Mafura Anti-Aging 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 such as UV radiation and pollution

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
45
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Ricinodendron Rautenenii Seed Oil
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Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
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Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
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Oleyl Alcohol
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Panthenyl Triacetate
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Ethyl Linoleate
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Tocopherol
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Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
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Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
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Trichilia Emetica Seed Butter
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Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Water
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Sodium Palm Kernelate
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Sodium Shea Butterate
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Sodium Cocoate
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Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Husk
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Caprylhydroxamic Acid
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Glycerin
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Fragrance
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Ratings

All humectants
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
92.8
45.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
4.0
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.6 10
0.6
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 92.8 20
10.0
45.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
4.0
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
0.3
0.3
All humectants 0.6 10
0.6
All humectants
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
45
22
11
6
4
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 92.8 20
10.0
All occlusives
92.8
45.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
4.0
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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
11
6
4
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 24.9 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
24.9
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
11
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
6
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
4
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
3
Tocopherol
0.3
Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %45
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.
Ricinodendron Rautenenii Seed Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Ricinodendron Rautenenii Seed Oil
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %11
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.
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) OilA 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.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Est. %4
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.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %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.

Oleyl Alcohol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Oleyl Alcohol
Panthenyl Triacetate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Panthenyl Triacetate
Ethyl Linoleate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Ethyl Linoleate
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

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.

Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Canina Fruit OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from the little hard seeds inside of the red, fleshy rosehip. It contains mainly emollient fatty acids and a very high amount of antioxidant carotenoids, which give the oil its light orange color.
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Adansonia Digitata Seed OilAn excellent occlusive (moisturizing) and emollient oil derived from baobab tree seeds. It is known to be a non-irritating ingredient on the skin.
Trichilia Emetica Seed Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Trichilia Emetica Seed Butter
Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil extracted from green coffee beans. It is the only source of antioxidant diterpene esters - cafestol and kahweol.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) ButterA semi-solid, buttery fat extracted from the seeds of the Shea tree that is a wonderful occlusive and emollient ingredient mainly comprised of fatty acids. Shea butter contains a large amount of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Water
Est. %0.3
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.
Sodium Palm Kernelate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Palm KernelateA naturally-derived soap ingredient from palm oil. It can be used to cleanse or to help mix oil and water together (as an emulsifier).
Sodium Shea Butterate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Shea Butterate
Sodium Cocoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium CocoateSodium cocoate is a salt derived from the fatty acids contained in coconut oil. It is frequently used in soaps and other cleansing products due to its ability to remove excess oil and dirt from the skin with the help of water. As it makes oil droplets disperse in water, sodium cocoate also assists in creating emulsions.
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Husk
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Husk
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylhydroxamic AcidA chelating agent used alongside preservatives in order to boost their antimicrobial activity.
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.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.