UltraLuxe Pore Minimizer

UltraLuxe Pore Minimizer
4.1
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
8.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
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Review

Results you may expect from using UltraLuxe Pore Minimizer:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using UltraLuxe Pore Minimizer:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 4.1 out of 10.
  • Soothing: UltraLuxe Pore Minimizer contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: UltraLuxe Pore Minimizer has a moisturizing rating of 4.1 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Purely occlusive. It has zero Humectancy (we didn't find any humectant ingredients on the ingredient list) and a very high Occlusivity of 8.2 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Dimethicone (est. ≈11.0%), Carapa Guianensis Seed Oil (est. ≈3.0%) and Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil (est. ≈2.0%).

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

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, UltraLuxe Pore Minimizer is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Copaifera Officinalis (Balsam Copaiba) Resin (est. ≈6.0%).

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
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
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
16.3
11.0
3.0
2.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
4.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 16.3 20
8.2
11.0
3.0
2.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
4.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
None
All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
11
3
2
0.3
All occlusives 16.3 20
8.2
All occlusives
16.3
11.0
3.0
2.0
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
2
All antioxidants 2 3 No
All antioxidants
2
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
2
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
6
0.3
All soothing 6.3 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
6.3
6
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Cyclopentasiloxane
Est. %45
Function
Origin
A lightweight, fast-spreading emollient that leaves a very soft and silky after-feel on the skin. Supplied as a clear and colorless liquid, cyclopentasiloxane is often used as a solvent to dissolve other silicones in.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Est. %22
Function
Origin
A group of ingredients that are typically added to skincare products to adjust the formula. Dimethicone Crosspolymers stabilize a formula, regulate its thickness and consistency and give the product a velvety feel.
Dimethicone
Est. %11
Function
Origin
The most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Copaifera Officinalis (Balsam Copaiba) Resin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
A soothing, antimicrobial, and wound healing hardened sap from copaiba resin. It contains a fragrant essential oil and various anti-inflammatory terpenes that are aimed at problematic skin.
Silica
Est. %4
Function
Origin
A widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
Carapa Guianensis Seed Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
An emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil extracted from the famous açaí palm fruits. It contains fatty acids and is extremely rich in antioxidant and astringent phenolic compounds.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.
Iron Oxides
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Mineral pigments used to provide color in skincare products. These naturally occurring pigments are available in yellow, red, brown, and black powders.
Menthol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A volatile compound isolated from peppermint oil. It causes a cooling sensation on the skin that can be very soothing. Menthol can also act as a topical painkiller. In more sensitive individuals, however, it may cause skin irritation or an allergy.
Hydrogenated Soybean Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A thicker, more solid form of soybean oil that contains occlusive moisturizing saturated fatty acids.
Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A fragrant oil derived from the bark of the Amyris tree, also known as torchwood. It gives off a relaxing, woody scent and sometimes substitutes sandalwood oil.
Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A fragrant essential oil obtained from spearmint leaves. A compound called R-(–)-carvone is responsible for its somewhat sweet, but still fresh, minty scent.
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An essential oil distilled from peppermint leaves that is used as a fragrance and for its cooling effect on the skin. It contains up to 50% of menthol, which interacts with heat-sensitive nerve endings upon application to the skin, producing a cold sensation.
Pogostemon Cablin Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A luxurious, fragrant essential oil obtained from patchouli leaves. It contains germacrene, patchoulol, and norpatchoulenol - which are responsible for its musky, earthy, and sweet scent.
Bulnesia Sarmientoi Wood Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A fragrant essential oil derived from sandalwood trees.