The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo Review

The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Review

Does The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo has to offer:
 
  • Strong occlusive moisturizing. This exceptionally occlusive moisturizer, ideal for dry and very dry skin, has a moderate moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10, impaired by the absence of humectants.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Key Benefits of The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo:
 

Very Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely occlusive. It has zero Humectancy (we didn't find any humectant ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈50.0%), Squalane (est. ≈22.0%) and Camellia Oleifera Seed 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 The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo 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 The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil (est. ≈6.0%) and Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ 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: The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo 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.

Needs to Be Paired with Extra Humectants for Optimal Moisturizing Efficacy

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 The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo contains no humectants at all.

People with dry skin would definitely benefit from adding water-binding humectants to their moisturizing routine for effective dual-action moisturizing. 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 The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of The Organic Oil Co. Face Oil Indigo 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

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
50
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Function:
Origin:
Squalane
Function:
Origin:
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Function:
Origin:
Polygonum Tinctorium Leaf Extract
Function:
Origin:
Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil
Function:
Origin:
Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Tocopherol
Function:
Origin:
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:

Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
97.1
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
3.0
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 97.1 20
10.0
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
3.0
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
None
All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
50
22
11
6
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 97.1 20
10.0
All occlusives
97.1
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
3.0
2.0
1.5
1.0
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
6
2
1.5
0.3
All antioxidants 9.8 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
9.8
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
6
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil
2
Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Seed Oil
1.5
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %50
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA 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.
Squalane
Est. %22
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.
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Camellia Oleifera Seed OilExtracted from the seeds of the flowering plant tea oil camellia (not to be confused with tea tree oil), this occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil consists of oleic and linoleic fatty acids, vitamin E, and phytosterols.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %6
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.
Polygonum Tinctorium Leaf Extract
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Polygonum Tinctorium Leaf Extract
Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed OilAn occlusive moisturizing rapeseed or canola seed oil. It mainly consists of fatty acids and lutein, and contains the highest amount of antioxidant phenolics among all vegetable oils.
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ OilA fatty emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil obtained from wheat germ. It mainly consists of linoleic, oleic, and palmitic acids followed by antioxidant vitamin E, phytosterols, and fatty alcohols.
Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Seed Oil
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
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.

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.