Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick Review

Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick
0.4
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.6 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.3 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Review

Does Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick has to offer:
 
✅ A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 0.4 out of 10.

  

Key Benefits of Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick:
 

🔵 Slight Moisturizing When Used Alone

According to CreamScan analysis, Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick is slightly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 0.4 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product has relatively comparable levels of Humectancy and Occlusivity: a low Humectancy of 0.6 out of 10 and a low Occlusivity of 0.3 out of 10.

This type of product provides relatively light moisturizing on its own but can contribute to overall moisturizing efficacy when used as part of a skincare routine, alongside another moisturizer.

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

📌 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: Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick to your skincare routine:
 

⚠️ As a Standalone Moisturizer, It Has Relatively Low Moisturizing Potential

If you use Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick for moisturizing purposes, please keep in mind that it provides relatively light moisturizing on its own, and, more importantly, it’s not optimal for any skin type.

On one hand, it has low occlusivity, which suits oily and combination skin. On the other hand, it has a low estimated concentration of humectants, which are essential for effective moisturizing of all skin types, including oily skin.

Therefore, if used as a standalone moisturizer, this product should be paired with a humectant-rich moisturizer for optimal skin hydration.

⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

If one of your main reasons for choosing Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, it currently has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Ascorbyl Palmitate, an ingredient often marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Ascorbyl Palmitate provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.

While this does not categorically rule out the possibility that Ascorbyl Palmitate may reduce wrinkles, its efficacy is not supported by convincing, vehicle-controlled, double-blind clinical studies - at least none that were available to the CreamScan team at the time of publication.

Therefore, this ingredient does 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, can deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Pros & Cons of Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

Provides relatively light moisturizing on its own but can contribute to the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine
 

⭕ Cons: 

⚠️ Minimal moisturizing efficacy, even for oily skin - something to keep in mind if this is the only moisturizer in your routine
⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy
   

Summary: Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick
, as a moisturizer, provides relatively light hydration on its own but can enhance the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine.
 
That said, there are some things about Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick worth noting.
 
If you use Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick as your primary moisturizer, please keep in mind that it provides only light hydration, which isn’t actually ideal for any skin type. While its low occlusivity may work for oily and combination skin, it lacks sufficient humectants, which are vital for effective hydration of any skin type. Therefore, for optimal moisturizing results, it should be paired with a humectant-rich moisturizer.
 
If one of your main reasons for considering Wander Beauty Flash Focus Hydrating Foundation Stick is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, its anti-wrinkle efficacy is questionable. None of the ingredients in this product provide substantial evidence of their anti-wrinkle efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.
 
📌 Fact check. At CreamScan, we are committed to accuracy and fairness. If you spot any errors or something that doesn’t seem right, please click here to let us know. We regularly update the ingredient lists and monitor the latest research on ingredient efficacy to ensure that our information remains as complete and precise as possible. The information provided here is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional advice. We do not guarantee the efficacy or safety of any product, as individual results may vary.

 

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
40
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
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Function:
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Polyethylene
Function:
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C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate
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Polymethyl Methacrylate
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Octyldodecanol
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Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Function:
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Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Function:
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Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
Function:
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Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Function:
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Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Function:
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Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Function:
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Tocopherol
Function:
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Tocopheryl Acetate
Function:
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Ascorbyl Palmitate
Function:
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Sodium Hyaluronate
Function:
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Mica
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
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Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
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Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
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Carmine (CI 75470)
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Manganese Violet (CI 77742)
Function:
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Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163)
Function:
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Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI 77289)
Function:
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Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
Function:
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Ultramarines (CI 77007)
Function:
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Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510)
Function:
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Red 6 (CI 15850)
Function:
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Red 7 Lake (CI 15850)
Function:
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Red 21 (CI 45380)
Function:
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Red 27 (CI 45410)
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Red 28 Lake (CI 45410)
Function:
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Red 30 Lake (CI 73360)
Function:
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Red 33 Lake (CI 17200)
Function:
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Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140)
Function:
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Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985)
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Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090)
Function:
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Ratings

All humectants
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
0.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.6 10
0.6
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
0.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
0.3
0.3
All humectants 0.6 10
0.6
All humectants
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
All occlusives
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Ascorbyl Palmitate
-
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
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 1.5 3 No
All antioxidants
1.5
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Ascorbyl Palmitate
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Est. %40
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneA viscous liquid that makes a great oil base due to its smooth sensorial profile. It has emollient features, including good spreadability and little tack upon application. It also has the added benefit of being able to thicken products.
Polyethylene
Est. %22
Function
Origin
PolyethyleneCommonly used in dense plastic packaging, its primary function in skincare is as a film-forming agent, which protects the product from being easily rinsed away by water or sweat. It also controls viscosity by increasing the thickness of oily products.
C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Polymethyl MethacrylateA powdered ingredient with an impressive sensory profile that gives off a creamy, sometimes velvety feeling on the skin. It is made up of tiny microspheres that roll smoothly across the skin and create slip and high spreadability.
Octyldodecanol
Est. %4
Function
Origin
OctyldodecanolAn emollient fatty alcohol that spreads easily without leaving a greasy residue on the skin. It is also used as a solvent and dispersing agent for other ingredients.
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeA silicone-based powerful emulsifier that helps to create lightweight and pleasant feeling lotions and creams.
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Octyldodecyl NeopentanoateA synthetic emollient ester. This clear, colorless liquid has a unique sensorial profile that is light and silky, with good lubricity.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PolymethylsilsesquioxaneA type of spherical powder that functions on a ball-bearing effect in which the tiny microspheres roll around on the skin and create lubricity. Polymethylsilsesquioxane offers extra slip to skincare products and makes the skin feel soft and smooth.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateAn antioxidant that protects vulnerable ingredients from the damage caused by ultraviolet radiation, which can also lead to the generation of damaging free radical species.
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) OilA famous occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil. It is derived from coconuts and may give a product a lovely coconut scent. Coconut oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
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.

Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
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.

Ascorbyl Palmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ascorbyl PalmitateA form of vitamin C derived from ascorbic acid and palmitic acid. It is more stable and less irritating than ascorbic acid. Unfortunately, Ascorbyl Palmitate lacks the studies to prove its anti-wrinkle efficacy.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Mica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MicaA mineral powder made up of silicates with several functions (the main one being as a colorant). It has a shimmery appearance, making it highly desirable in certain cosmetic products. Mica also helps the product to apply more smoothly.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)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 (CI 77491)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)A red colorant also known as red iron oxide. This is an EU-approved colorant used in a wide variety of products.
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)Also known as iron (III) oxide, this ingredient is a yellow-colored pigment that can either be derived from minerals or produced synthetically. It adds yellow tones to cosmetic products.
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)A black colorant also known as black iron oxide used in a wide range of skincare products.
Carmine (CI 75470)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Carmine (CI 75470)
Manganese Violet (CI 77742)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Manganese Violet (CI 77742)
Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163)An inorganic colorant that gives off a pearly white sheen. Its appearance is a result of light reflecting and refracting through the layers it forms.
Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI 77289)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI 77289)
Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
Ultramarines (CI 77007)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ultramarines (CI 77007)
Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ferric Ferrocyanide (CI 77510)
Red 6 (CI 15850)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Red 6 (CI 15850)
Red 7 Lake (CI 15850)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Red 7 Lake (CI 15850)
Red 21 (CI 45380)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Red 21 (CI 45380)
Red 27 (CI 45410)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Red 27 (CI 45410)
Red 28 Lake (CI 45410)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Red 28 Lake (CI 45410)
Red 30 Lake (CI 73360)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Red 30 Lake (CI 73360)
Red 33 Lake (CI 17200)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Red 33 Lake (CI 17200)
Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140)
Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985)
Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090)