Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony Review

Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Review

Does Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony 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 Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony:
 

Very Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony 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 Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%), Corylus Avellana (Hazelnut) Seed Oil (est. ≈11.0%) and Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈6.0%).

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 Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony 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 Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Paeonia Lactiflora Leaf Cell Extract (est. ≈3.0%) and Glycine Soja (Soybean) 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: Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony 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 Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony 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 Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Typology Purifying Night Serum Botanical Blend With Peony 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
50
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
C13-15 Alkane
Function:
Origin:
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Function:
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Corylus Avellana (Hazelnut) Seed Oil
Function:
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Function:
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Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Function:
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Paeonia Lactiflora Leaf Cell Extract
Function:
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Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Function:
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Tocopherol
Function:
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Citronellol
Function:
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Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower Oil
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Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
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Geraniol
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Linalool
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
42.5
22.0
11.0
6.0
2.0
1.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 42.5 20
10.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
2.0
1.5
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
22
11
6
2
1.5
All occlusives 42.5 20
10.0
All occlusives
42.5
22.0
11.0
6.0
2.0
1.5
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
3
2
1.5
0.3
All antioxidants 6.8 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
6.8
Paeonia Lactiflora Leaf Cell Extract
3
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
2
Tocopherol
1.5
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf 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

C13-15 Alkane
Est. %50
Function
Origin
C13-15 Alkane
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA 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.
Corylus Avellana (Hazelnut) Seed Oil
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Corylus Avellana (Hazelnut) Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil expressed from hazelnuts. It mostly contains fatty acids but also has various beneficial wound-healing and antioxidant compounds.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %6
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.
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower OilA fragrant essential oil with a distinct, rose-like scent derived from rose geranium. It is widely used in aromatherapy and massage therapy to ease tension. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Paeonia Lactiflora Leaf Cell Extract
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Paeonia Lactiflora Leaf Cell Extract
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Est. %2
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.
Tocopherol
Est. %1.5
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.

Citronellol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Citronellol

A fragrant compound found naturally in many essential oils (mainly lemongrass). It can have a lemon or a rose scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citronellol, or at least do a patch test before using it.

Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower Oil
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilA 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.
Geraniol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Geraniol

A fragrant, volatile, plant-based, liquid chemical that can be naturally found in many essential oils (specifically rose, palmarosa, citronella). It has a rose-like scent. It is a potential irritant and may cause an allergic reaction in some people.

Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.