Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil Review

Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil
7.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
4.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Review

Does Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil has to offer:
 
  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 7.0 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Key Benefits of Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil:
 

Very Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil is highly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 7.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a moderate humectancy of 4.0 out of 10, solely because of the high content of Lecithin (est. ≈4.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Squalane (est. ≈45.0%) and Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (est. ≈22.0%).

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 dry skin. The occlusive profile of Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring 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 Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (est. ≈22.0%), Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil (est. ≈3.0%) and Borago Officinalis Seed 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.

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: Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring 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 Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil contains a moderate 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 Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring Oil

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Skin Actives Scientific Complete Lipid Restoring 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
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Squalane
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Origin:
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
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Rosa Canina Seed Oil
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Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil
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Lecithin
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Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
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Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
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Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil
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Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
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Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
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Phytosterols
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Oryzanol
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Docosahexaenoic Acid
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Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter
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Cholesteryl Oleyl Carbonate
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Cholesteryl Nonanoate
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Cholesteryl Chloride
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Punica Granatum Seed Oil
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Tocotrienols
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Tocopherol
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Astaxanthin
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Thioctic Acid
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Lycopene
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Xanthophylls
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Zea Mays (Corn) Oil
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Ratings

All humectants
4.0
4
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
91.8
45.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
3.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
7.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 4 10
4.0
4
Occlusivity All occlusives 91.8 20
10.0
45.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
3.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
7.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
All humectants 4 10
4
All humectants
4.0
4
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
45
22
11
6
3
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 91.8 20
10.0
All occlusives
91.8
45.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
3.0
2.0
1.0
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
22
3
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 30.9 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
30.9
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
22
Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
3
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
2
Tocopheryl Acetate
1.5
Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil
0.3
Phytosterols
0.3
Oryzanol
0.3
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Astaxanthin
0.3
Thioctic Acid
0.3
Lycopene
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
2
0.3
All soothing 2.3 5 No
All soothing
2.3
2
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Squalane
Est. %45
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Glycine Soja (Soybean) OilAn occlusive moisturizing oil expressed from soybeans. It does not leave an oily feeling on the skin due to its low content of saturated fatty acids. Glycine soja oil contains emollient fatty acids and a significant amount of antioxidants.
Rosa Canina Seed Oil
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Rosa Canina Seed OilRosehip oil derived from the seeds of the dog rose shrubs. It contains mainly linoleic and linolenic emollient fatty acids (and other polyunsaturated fatty acids), as well as a very high amount of antioxidant carotenoids.
Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive fatty oil pressed from flax seeds. It is the richest source of linolenic fatty acid (it contains up to 50% of it) among vegetable oils.
Lecithin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
LecithinA humectant, emollient, and emulsifier best suited for water-in-oil emulsions. Lecithin can come from sunflowers, soy, and eggs. The downside to lecithin is that it causes an extra burden on the formula’s preservative because it is nutritious.
Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Salvia Hispanica Seed OilAn oil extracted from Chia seeds. It has a unique ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, making it the richest source of polyunsaturated fatty acids. It also contains antioxidant phytosterols and tocopherols (vitamin E).
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Borago Officinalis Seed OilA fatty emollient and occlusive oil expressed from the seeds of borage flowers. It has a uniquely high content of a rare gamma-linolenic acid and also contains squalene, phytosterols, and vitamin E.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %1.5
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.

Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed ButterA fat obtained from the kernel of the mango seed. It is a semi-solid, plant-based butter that is used for consumption, and as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer in skincare.
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.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Phytosterols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhytosterolsA plant-based version of cholesterol that is used for its emollient properties in skincare. The richest sources of phytosterols are corn, rapeseed, and wheat germ oil.
Oryzanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
OryzanolIsolated from rice bran oil, it is an antioxidant mixture of various bioactive compounds, mainly esters of ferulic acid along with different sterols.
Docosahexaenoic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Docosahexaenoic Acid
Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter
Cholesteryl Oleyl Carbonate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cholesteryl Oleyl Carbonate
Cholesteryl Nonanoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cholesteryl Nonanoate
Cholesteryl Chloride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cholesteryl Chloride
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing pomegranate seed oil that is rich in a rare fatty acid called punicic acid, and that contains a high content of the antioxidant vitamin E.
Tocotrienols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocotrienols
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.

Astaxanthin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AstaxanthinA red natural pigment from the family of antioxidant carotenoids that occurs in many natural sources such as lobster and algae. It is mainly used as a colorant and soothing ingredient.
Thioctic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Thioctic Acid
Lycopene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lycopene
Xanthophylls
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthophylls
Zea Mays (Corn) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zea Mays (Corn) OilAn occlusive moisturizing fatty oil extracted from the germ of corn grains. It is made up of linoleic, oleic, and palmitic acids, and is suitable for all skin types.