OSEA Blemish Balm

OSEA Blemish Balm
5.4
/ 10
Moisturizing
7.5 Humectancy icon Humectancy
3.4 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
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Review

Results you may expect from using OSEA Blemish Balm:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using OSEA Blemish Balm:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.4 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: OSEA Blemish Balm has a moisturizing rating of 5.4 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a high humectancy of 7.5 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Undaria Pinnatifida Extract (est. ≈4.0%) and Glycerin (est. ≈2.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 3.4 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (est. ≈3.0%) and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈2.5%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, OSEA Blemish Balm has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment and Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment, two ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do 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, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that OSEA Blemish Balm is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract (est. ≈6.0%) and Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (est. ≈3.0%).

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
65
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Ratings

All humectants
7.5
4
2
1.5
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
6.8
3.0
2.5
1.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 7.5 10
7.5
4
2
1.5
Occlusivity All occlusives 6.8 20
3.4
3.0
2.5
1.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
2
1.5
All humectants 7.5 10
7.5
All humectants
7.5
4
2
1.5
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
3
2.5
1
0.3
All occlusives 6.8 20
3.4
All occlusives
6.8
3.0
2.5
1.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment
-
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
6
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 9.9 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
9.9
Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract
6
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
3
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
0.3
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
The 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.
Gigartina Skottsbergii Extract
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract
Est. %6
Function
Origin
An extract obtained from Giant kelp that is rich in gel-forming and thickening polysaccharides.
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Est. %4
Function
Origin
An extract of Wakame, an edible seaweed from Asian countries. It contains a moisturizing and thickening agal polysaccharide called fucoidan.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
An 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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %2.5
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.
Glycerin
Est. %2
Function
Origin

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

Propanediol
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
An excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Cetearyl Olivate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
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.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A 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.
Sorbitan Olivate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An 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).
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A fragrant and antioxidant essential tea tree oil praised for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Tea tree oil helps to treat acne, inflamed skin, and small wounds. It might, however, cause allergies and skin irritations.
Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A biotech ingredient that serves to supplement copper in the skin. Copper is essential for elastin production.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An 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.
Saccharomyces/Manganese Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An essential oil derived from common, or true, lavender. It is used in skincare for its lovely, calming scent. Like all essential oils, however, it may cause a contact skin allergy in more sensitive individuals.
Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A biotech ingredient that serves to supplement zinc to the skin. Zinc is essential for wound healing and the activity of antioxidant enzymes.
Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A fragrant essential oil extracted by steam distillation from thyme leaves. It has a warm, spicy, herbal scent, as well as some antiseptic activity.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Cupressus Sempervirens Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An essential oil with a woody and piny aroma that is obtained from the twigs and leaves of the Italian cypress.
Stearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A saturated fatty acid found in vegetable butter and animal fats. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient and also helps to maintain the barrier function of the skin.
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
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.
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A naturally-derived amino-acid based cleansing ingredient. It is known to be a mild yet high foaming cleanser that won't strip skin or leave it feeling tight and dry.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A plant-based gum extracted from the seeds of guar or cluster bean. It is comprised of various polysaccharides and is used as a thickening and gelling agent.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon