A USDA-certified organic moisturizer packed with nourishing botanical oils, but compromised for facial use by the inclusion of drying alcohol and irritating peppermint essential oil.
The performance rating of 4.1/10 reflects a highly contradictory formulation for a facial moisturizer. While it contains excellent emollients like organic jojoba seed oil, avocado oil, and hemp seed oil to nourish the skin, these benefits are severely undermined. The inclusion of organic ethyl alcohol high up in the ingredient list acts as a solvent but is notoriously drying and stripping, which actively counteracts the hydrating purpose of a moisturizer. Furthermore, organic coconut oil is highly comedogenic (pore-clogging), making this product risky for acne-prone skin, while organic quillaja saponaria extract (a surfactant) and peppermint oil can cause sensory irritation rather than lasting hydration.
The safety rating of 5.0/10 is suppressed due to several potential skin irritants and sensitizers. Organic peppermint oil contains menthol, a well-known sensitizer that can cause redness, burning, and contact dermatitis, especially on delicate facial skin. Additionally, organic ethyl alcohol can compromise and weaken the skin barrier over time, leading to increased sensitivity. Quillaja saponaria extract is rich in saponins, which are typically used in wash-off cleansers and can be irritating when left on the skin. Although the formula boasts organic ingredients and lacks synthetic preservatives, these natural extracts present significant irritation risks.
With a final rating of 4.3/10, this moisturizer is poorly optimized for facial application. The formulation attempts to balance heavy, pore-clogging lipids like coconut oil with drying agents like ethyl alcohol and irritating essential oils like peppermint oil. This combination is highly likely to trigger breakouts, dryness, and skin irritation, particularly for individuals with sensitive, dry, or acne-prone skin types. Despite the inclusion of beneficial nutrients and antioxidants like tocopherol, the overall formula fails to deliver a safe, balanced, and effective moisturizing experience.
This product presents a highly organic and natural profile, utilizing a base of organic botanical oils such as jojoba, avocado, and hemp seed oil. These emollients are excellent for delivering essential fatty acids, restoring the skin barrier, and providing deep hydration. Jojoba oil closely mimics human sebum, making it highly compatible with the skin, while avocado oil offers rich, lipid-replenishing benefits. However, despite these high-quality, USDA-certified organic plant extracts, the overall formulation is highly problematic for facial application due to several critical ingredient choices. The first major concern is the presence of organic ethyl alcohol high up on the ingredient list. While alcohol is often used in natural skincare to create a lightweight texture, enhance ingredient penetration, and act as a natural preservative, it can be incredibly drying and sensitizing with daily use. On delicate facial skin, ethyl alcohol can disrupt the moisture barrier, leading to dehydration, redness, and long-term irritation, ultimately defeating the purpose of a moisturizer. Furthermore, the inclusion of organic coconut oil poses a significant risk for those prone to breakouts. Coconut oil is highly comedogenic, meaning it has a high propensity to clog pores and trigger acne or milia on the face. While it is a fantastic occlusive for dry body skin, applying it to facial skin can easily lead to congested pores. Perhaps the most concerning ingredient for facial use is organic peppermint oil. While essential oils can provide an invigorating scent, peppermint oil contains menthol, which causes a cooling sensation that is actually a form of sensory irritation. On the face, and especially near the sensitive eye area, peppermint oil can cause redness, burning, contact dermatitis, and barrier disruption. In summary, while this formulation boasts clean, organic ingredients that would make an excellent body lotion, it is far too aggressive and risky for the face. The combination of drying alcohol, pore-clogging coconut oil, and sensitizing peppermint oil makes it a poor choice for daily facial care, particularly for anyone with sensitive, dry, or acne-prone skin types.
🧪 Aqua / 水
Purpose: Serves as the primary solvent to dissolve water-soluble ingredients and hydrate the skin.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Essential base for hydrating skincare formulations.
🧪 Organic Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil / 有机椰子油
Purpose: Deeply moisturizes and helps repair the skin barrier.
Concerns: High comedogenic rating, meaning it can clog pores and cause acne breakouts on oily or acne-prone skin.
Notes: Highly beneficial for dry skin, but use with caution on the face.
🧪 Organic Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil / 有机霍霍巴籽油
Purpose: Mimics natural sebum, balances oil production, and nourishes the skin.
Concerns: Low risk of irritation or pore-clogging.
Notes: Excellent for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
🧪 Organic Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil / 有机鳄梨油
Purpose: Rich in vitamins and fatty acids, deeply nourishes and softens dry, mature skin.
Concerns: Can be heavy for very oily skin types.
Notes: Excellent for dry and sensitive skin.
🧪 Organic Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil / 有机大麻籽油
Purpose: Rich in omega fatty acids, calms irritation, and helps strengthen the skin barrier.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Non-comedogenic and highly soothing.
🧪 Organic Quillaja Saponaria Extract / 有机皂树提取物
Purpose: Acts as a natural surfactant and emulsifier to help blend water and oils.
Concerns: Safe for cosmetic use, but may cause mild sensitization in extremely sensitive skin.
Notes: A natural, plant-derived alternative to synthetic emulsifiers.
🧪 Xanthan Gum / 黄原胶
Purpose: Thickens the product and stabilizes the emulsion to improve texture and spreadability.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Safe, natural, food-grade thickener.
🧪 Organic Ethyl Alcohol / 有机乙醇
Purpose: Used as a natural preservative and to enhance the absorption of other ingredients.
Concerns: Can be drying or irritating to dry, sensitive, or compromised skin.
Notes: Extends shelf life naturally without synthetic preservatives.
🧪 Tocopherol / 生育酚
Purpose: Antioxidant that protects skin from environmental damage and prevents formula oils from going rancid.
Concerns: Extremely low risk of allergy.
Notes: Also known as Vitamin E, provides additional skin-conditioning benefits.
🧪 Organic Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil / 有机辣薄荷油
Purpose: Adds a cooling sensation and a fresh, minty aroma.
Concerns: High potential for skin irritation, stinging, or redness, particularly on facial skin and around the eyes.
Notes: Essential oils can act as allergens; sensitive skin types should avoid facial application.