Stark Skincare EVERLASTING Hydrating Serum Gel

Stark Skincare EVERLASTING Hydrating Serum Gel
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using Stark Skincare EVERLASTING Hydrating Serum Gel:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Stark Skincare EVERLASTING Hydrating Serum Gel:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.
  • Soothing: Stark Skincare EVERLASTING Hydrating Serum Gel contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Stark Skincare EVERLASTING Hydrating Serum Gel has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely humectant. It has zero occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈75.0%), Sodium PCA (est. ≈2.5%) and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (est. ≈2.0%).

Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Stark Skincare EVERLASTING Hydrating Serum Gel has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract and Centella Asiatica Extract, 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 Stark Skincare EVERLASTING Hydrating Serum Gel is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈75.0%) and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (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.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Stark Skincare EVERLASTING Hydrating Serum Gel is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈75.0%) and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (est. ≈2.0%).

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
75
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
7.5
Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water
5
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water
3
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
2.5
Sodium PCA
2
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
1.5
Helichrysum Stoechas Extract
1.3
Propanediol
1
Lactobacillus
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
0.3
Glycerin
0.3
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
0.3
Polysorbate 20
0.3
Spirulina Platensis Extract
0.3
Trehalose
0.3
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
0.3
Sodium Levulinate
0.3
Sodium Anisate
Est. %
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Function:
Origin:
Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water
Function:
Origin:
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water
Function:
Origin:
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Function:
Origin:
Sodium PCA
Function:
Origin:
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Function:
Origin:
Helichrysum Stoechas Extract
Function:
Origin:
Propanediol
Function:
Origin:
Lactobacillus
Function:
Origin:
Centella Asiatica Extract
Function:
Origin:
Glycerin
Function:
Origin:
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Function:
Origin:
Polysorbate 20
Function:
Origin:
Spirulina Platensis Extract
Function:
Origin:
Trehalose
Function:
Origin:
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Function:
Origin:
Sodium Levulinate
Function:
Origin:
Sodium Anisate
Function:
Origin:

Ratings

All humectants
81.4
75
2.5
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 81.4 10
10.0
75
2.5
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
75
2.5
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 81.4 10
10
All humectants
81.4
75
2.5
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
None
All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 2 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
2
Centella Asiatica Extract
-
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
75
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 78.9 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
78.9
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
75
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
2
Lactobacillus
1
Centella Asiatica Extract
0.3
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
0.3
Spirulina Platensis Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
75
2
0.3
0.3
All soothing 10 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
10
75
2
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %75
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Helichrysum Italicum Flower Water
Est. %7.5
Function
Origin
Helichrysum Italicum Flower WaterDescription is coming soon
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water
Est. %5
Function
Origin
Anthemis Nobilis Flower WaterA fragrant water infused with the essential oil of Roman chamomile flowers that has a crisp, sweet, and herbaceous scent.
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Rosa Damascena Flower WaterA fragrant water that is leftover after the steam distillation of Damask rose petals. During this process, the essential oil floats to the surface of the water and is collected. The leftover water has a fresh, rosy scent.
Sodium PCA
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Sodium PCAOne of the most important parts of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Sodium PCA is used in skincare for its fantastic humectant properties.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractAn antioxidant green tea extract. In the deeper layers, it slows down the destruction of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid – thus delaying the signs of aging. It also acts as an anti-acne, soothing, moisturizing, and emollient ingredient.
Helichrysum Stoechas Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Helichrysum Stoechas ExtractDescription is coming soon
Propanediol
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn 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.
Lactobacillus
Est. %1
Function
Origin
LactobacillusA genus of probiotic bacteria. Lactobacillus bacteria are part of the human microflora and their ferment products contain antioxidants.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Centella Asiatica ExtractAn extract from the leaves of the Gotu kola. It is used in skincare for its antioxidant, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties. It increases the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Leontopodium Alpinum ExtractAn extract from a beautiful alpine plant called Edelweiss. It contains a rare compound called leontopodic acid with antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Polysorbate 20
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polysorbate 20A viscous, amber-colored liquid that functions as a solubilizer to disperse small amounts of oil into a large water phase. Polysorbate 20 is frequently used to solubilize fragrance oils into water-based emulsions.
Spirulina Platensis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Spirulina Platensis ExtractA dark green emollient and antioxidant extract derived from spirulina - a dried mass of tiny blue-green algae. It is rich in proteins, amino acids, minerals, and vitamins (namely B1 and B2).
Trehalose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TrehaloseA sweet-tasting saccharide that can be found in various yeasts and fungi and that is manufactured from starch for cosmetic purposes. It is one of the most popular sugars in skincare and is mainly used for its humectant properties.
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caesalpinia Spinosa GumA plant-based formula helper also known as Tara gum that contains thickening galactomannans (polysaccharides).
Sodium Levulinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium LevulinateA sodium salt of levulinic acid that is used as an antimicrobial and preservative agent, inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria in a product.
Sodium Anisate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium AnisateA natural preservative with a sweet scent.