Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum

Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum
6.3
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
2.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
10Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.3 out of 10.
  • Potent anti-wrinkle effect. With an anti-wrinkle rating of 10 out of 10, Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum is highly potent in reducing wrinkles.
  • Soothing: Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum has a moisturizing rating of 6.3 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 2.6 out of 10 and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%), Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%) and Pentylene Glycol (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum has a maximum anti-wrinkle rating of 10 out of 10.

It contains 2 active ingredients with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy:

  • Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%),
     one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
  • Retinal (est. ≈0.05%),
     also known as retinaldehyde, a potent ingredient of the retinoid group, with confirmed anti-wrinkle capabilities.
Among others, Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum also contains some ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Bakuchiol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, and Lactobacillus Ferment. 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 contribute to the anti-wrinkle rating.
 

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%).

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.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Sachi Skin Ursolic Acid and Retinal Overnight Reform Serum is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Niacinamide (est. ≈5.0%).

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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
70
Water
5
Niacinamide
4
Glycerin
3
Pentylene Glycol
2
Silybum Marianum Seed Oil
1.5
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Seed Oil
1.3
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
1
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Ursolic Acid
0.05
Retinal
0.3
Glutathione
0.3
Bakuchiol
0.3
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
0.3
Phospholipids
0.3
Superoxide Dismutase
0.3
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
0.3
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil
0.3
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
0.3
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract
0.3
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
0.3
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract
0.3
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Bisabolol
0.3
Lactobacillus Ferment
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
0.3
Honokiol
0.3
Magnolol
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Dimethyl Isosorbide
0.3
Cyclodextrin
0.3
Arachidyl Alcohol
0.3
Glyceryl Caprylate
0.3
Behenyl Alcohol
0.3
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Arachidyl Glucoside
0.3
Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate
0.3
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
0.3
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Sorbitan Palmitate
0.3
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
0.3
Glucose
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %
Water
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Niacinamide
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Glycerin
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Pentylene Glycol
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Silybum Marianum Seed Oil
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Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Seed Oil
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Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Ursolic Acid
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Retinal
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Glutathione
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Bakuchiol
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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
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Phospholipids
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Superoxide Dismutase
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Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
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Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil
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Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
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Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract
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Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
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Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Bisabolol
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Lactobacillus Ferment
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
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Honokiol
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Magnolol
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Tocopherol
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Dimethyl Isosorbide
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Cyclodextrin
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Arachidyl Alcohol
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Glyceryl Caprylate
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Behenyl Alcohol
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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Butylene Glycol
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Arachidyl Glucoside
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Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate
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Caprylhydroxamic Acid
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Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Sorbitan Palmitate
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Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
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Glucose
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Citric Acid
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Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
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Potassium Sorbate
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Ratings

All humectants
14.9
5
4
3
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
5.3
2.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 14.9 10
10.0
5
4
3
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 5.3 20
2.6
2.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
6.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
5
4
3
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
All humectants 14.9 10
10
All humectants
14.9
5
4
3
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 5.3 20
2.6
All occlusives
5.3
2.0
1.5
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
6 /10 4 5 6
5 /10 0.05 0.05 5
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
10
Niacinamide
6
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
5
Retinal
5
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
5 /10
when present at, %
0.05
in this formula, est. %
0.05
Bakuchiol
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Lactobacillus Ferment
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
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
All antioxidants 9.9 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
9.9
Niacinamide
5
Sodium Hyaluronate
1
Glutathione
0.3
Bakuchiol
0.3
Superoxide Dismutase
0.3
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract
0.3
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
0.3
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Honokiol
0.3
Magnolol
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 7.1 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
7.1
5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
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.
Niacinamide
Est. %5
Function
Origin
Niacinamide

Also known as vitamin B3, this ingredient is a true superstar with confirmed moisturizing, anti-acne, hyperpigmentation, and antioxidant benefits. Two studies confirm its significant anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Pentylene Glycol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

Silybum Marianum Seed Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Silybum Marianum Seed OilDescription is coming soon
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Seed OilDescription is coming soon
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Starch HydrolysateA starch-based syrup that binds to water and helps to form a film on the skin’s surface.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Ursolic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ursolic AcidDescription is coming soon
Retinal
Est. %0.05
Function
Origin
Retinal

A potent ingredient of the retinoid group with confirmed anti-wrinkle capabilities.

Glutathione
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GlutathioneA naturally occurring tripeptide that combats free radicals and acts as a reducing agent.
Bakuchiol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BakuchiolA newly discovered bioactive obtained from the seeds of Babchi. It boosts collagen production like retinol, but with fewer side effects. Its effects include reduced wrinkles and faded pigmentation.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38

A small synthetic peptide that increases the production of collagen, fibronectin, and hyaluronic acid in the skin. It has also been shown to reduce wrinkles in combination with other anti-aging ingredients.

Phospholipids
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhospholipidsA large group of lipids that are an essential component of every single cell membrane in the body. They have excellent emollient properties. Phospholipids are also utilized in the manufacturing of ‘fancy’ formulations such as liposomes.
Superoxide Dismutase
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Superoxide DismutaseDescription is coming soon
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Nigella Sativa Seed OilDescription is coming soon
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed OilDescription is coming soon
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed OilDescription is coming soon
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root ExtractAn antioxidant extract derived from carrots. It is a rich source of the orange-colored beta-carotene (pro-vitamin A). Carrot root extract is often added to skincare products that are aimed at providing a better suntan.
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractAn extract derived from the leaves of Holy Basil, also known as Tulsi, a traditional herb used in Ayurveda medicine. It contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory rosmarinic acid, galic acid, flavonoids, and a sweet-scented essential oil.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel OilDescription is coming soon
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root ExtractA fragrant and anti-inflammatory extract derived from ginger roots. It is a major part of Chinese traditional medicine. In can increase blood circulation, which helps with skin healing and skin metabolism.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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.
Bisabolol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BisabololAn anti-inflammatory compound found naturally in German chamomile essential oil. It has a pleasant, sweet, and floral scent. Bisabolol also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties but can cause an allergic reaction in more sensitive individuals.
Lactobacillus Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus FermentA biotechnological product – a mixture of metabolic products of Lactobacillus culture. Some Lactobacillus forms have been reported to have anti-wrinkle and barrier repairing effects, as well as able to improve skin hydration, elasticity, and gloss.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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.
Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower ExtractA fragrant extract derived from the flowers of the Italian honeysuckle. It has a pleasant, sweet, floral scent. Not much is known about its compounds and their functions.
Honokiol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HonokiolDescription is coming soon
Magnolol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MagnololDescription is coming soon
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.

Dimethyl Isosorbide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethyl IsosorbideA solvent for active ingredients that is claimed to help them better penetrate the outer layer of skin. It also helps to reduce the thickness of a product.
Cyclodextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CyclodextrinA naturally derived ingredient with the ability to absorb other compounds and remove harmful metal ions from water.
Arachidyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Arachidyl AlcoholA non-drying fatty alcohol that functions as an emollient, emulsion stabilizer, and viscosity controlling agent. It also produces a mattifying effect when applied in a skincare product onto the skin.
Glyceryl Caprylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl CaprylateA waxy solid derived from vegetable oils that has emollient and emulsifying properties. It is also known to boost the efficacy of organic acid preservatives by destabilizing the microbe's cell membrane.
Behenyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Behenyl AlcoholA fatty alcohol with emollient properties. It is used as a co-emulsifier and thickener and tends to result in a product with a smooth and creamy application texture.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic ingredient that is used to thicken water and alcohol. It results in a more lightweight formula and is commonly found in gel products.
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.

Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA 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.
Arachidyl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Arachidyl GlucosideA mild cleanser and emulsifier that helps oil and water to mix and form emulsions.
Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-6 LaurateDescription is coming soon
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylhydroxamic AcidA chelating agent used alongside preservatives in order to boost their antimicrobial activity.
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-10 OleateDescription is coming soon
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Sorbitan Palmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan PalmitateDescription is coming soon
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxypropyl CyclodextrinA white crystalline powder that can reduce odors coming from other ingredients in a product.
Glucose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GlucoseA simple sugar that is also one of two components of sucrose, or table sugar. It is used as a humectant in skincare products. Glucose is also used to flavor lip care cosmetics because of its mildly sweet taste.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA 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 Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower ExtractAn extract from the white flowers of the Japanese honeysuckle. Apart from an essential oil responsible for its jasmine-like scent, the extract also contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory iridoids, flavonoids, and phenolic acids.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.