1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Aesop
Camellia Nut Facial Hydrating Cream
face cream
Aesop
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Take the skin testQuench parched skin with Aesop's Camellia Nut Facial Hydrating Cream (120ml). Enriched with moisturising wheat oil and glycerin, this lightly botanically scented face cream is ideal for normal, dry and even sensitive skin types. Powered by soothing cold pressed aloe vera, nourishing macadamia oil and antioxidant-rich cacao, it cares for skin, leaving your complexion feeling soft and supple. Plus, it has a smooth, emollient texture which is easily absorbed and leaves no residue, making it the perfect base for the next skin care or make up steps.
Camellia Nut Facial Hydrating Cream is a cushioning cream from Aesop. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 38 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Water and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.
Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice and Cetearyl Alcohol.
Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice and Tocopherol.
On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Several ingredients carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive, this is one to patch test carefully or approach slowly.
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
Reading the full list, the formula is no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free, sulfate-free and dye-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance and essential oils, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.
It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after serums. Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Alcohols, C16-18
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Docosanoic acid, monoester with glycerol
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Rosa Canina Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of the Hip Rose, Rosa canina L., Rosaceae
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Microcrystalline Cellulose is the isolated, colloidal crystalline portion of cellulose fibers.
15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Glycine Soja Oil is the oil obtained from the soybean, Glycine soja, Leguminosae, by extraction or expression. It consists esentially of triglycerides of oleic, linoleic and saturated acids
17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Lecithins, hydrogenated
18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Ethanone, 1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-,p-Hydroxyacetophenone
19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil is the oil obtained from the expression or extraction of the wheat germ Triticum vulgare, Poaceae.
22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive, Olea europaea L., Oleaceae. It consists primarily of the glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.
Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Benzyl Alcohol, Farnesol, Linalool, Limonene
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Farnesol, Linalool, Limonene
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
This product is the "Moisturise" step.
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 38 ingredients on the label.
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Changes how the product smells or looks
Dissolves and carries everything else
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
Forms a film that slows water loss
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution
Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula
Keeps the product free of microbial growth
Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels
Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells
Sets the acidity the formula needs to work
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of the Camellia, Camellia japonica L., Theaceae
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Alcohols, C16-18
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Docosanoic acid, monoester with glycerol
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Rosa Canina Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of the Hip Rose, Rosa canina L., Rosaceae
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Alcohols, C12-16
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Alcohols, coco, mixed esters with octanoic and decanoic acids
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the nuts of the Macadamia integrifolia, Proteaceae
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter is a yellowish white solid material obtained from the roasted seeds of the Cocoa, Theobroma cacao L., Sterculiaceae
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Cocos Nucifera Oil is the fixed oil obtained by expression of the kernels of the seeds of the Coconut, Cocos nucifera L., Palmaceae
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Microcrystalline Cellulose is the isolated, colloidal crystalline portion of cellulose fibers.
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Hexadecanoic acid
15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Glycine Soja Oil is the oil obtained from the soybean, Glycine soja, Leguminosae, by extraction or expression. It consists esentially of triglycerides of oleic, linoleic and saturated acids
16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Helianthus Annus Seed Wax
17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Lecithins, hydrogenated
18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Ethanone, 1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-,p-Hydroxyacetophenone
19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil is the oil obtained from the expression or extraction of the wheat germ Triticum vulgare, Poaceae.
20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Xanthan gum
21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the wood of Fusanus spicatus, Santalaceae
22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive, Olea europaea L., Oleaceae. It consists primarily of the glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic
23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Benzyl alcohol
24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Cellulose, carboxymethyl ether, sodium salt
25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Sodium 1-(3,4-dihydro-6-methyl-2,4-dioxo-2H-pyran-3-ylidene)ethanolate
26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E
27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid
28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of the Lavender, Lavandula angustifolia, Labiatae. ISO 8902:2009
29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil is the essential oil obtained from the flowering tops and leaves of the Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis L., Lamiaceae
30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Ormenis Multicaulis Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the herb Moroccan Chamomile, Ormenis multicaulis, Compositae
31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Japan (Rhus Succedanea) Wax,Japan Wax
32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Shorea Robusta Resin is a resinous exudate from the Shorea robusta, Dipterocarpaceae
33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Sodium gluconate
34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
.beta.,.beta.-carotene
35th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Carrot, Daucus carota L. var. sativa, Umbelliferae
36th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
2,6,10-Dodecatrien-1-ol, 3,7,11-trimethyl-
37th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol
38th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
1-Methyl-4-Isopropenylcyclohexene; dipentene
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WATER, GLYCERIN, CAMELLIA JAPONICA SEED OIL, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL BEHENATE, ROSA CANINA SEED EXTRACT, C12-16 ALCOHOLS, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, MACADAMIA INTEGRIFOLIA SEED OIL, THEOBROMA CACAO SEED BUTTER, COCOS NUCIFERA OIL, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, PALMITIC ACID, GLYCINE SOJA OIL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED WAX, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, TRITICUM VULGARE GERM OIL, XANTHAN GUM, FUSANUS SPICATUS WOOD OIL, OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CELLULOSE GUM, SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE, TOCOPHEROL, CITRIC ACID, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA OIL, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF OIL, ORMENIS MULTICAULIS OIL, RHUS SUCCEDANEA FRUIT WAX, SHOREA ROBUSTA RESIN, SODIUM GLUCONATE, BETA-CAROTENE, DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA ROOT EXTRACT, FARNESOL, LINALOOL, LIMONENE.
CITRIC ACID.
Morning and evening, massage into freshly cleansed and toned skin.
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Combination (oily), Oily skin.
Some ingredients here carry irritation flags, so sensitive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before applying it to the whole face.
6 ingredients could feed malassezia: Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Glyceryl Behenate, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
No — it contains Benzyl Alcohol, Farnesol, Linalool, Limonene.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
Yes — it contains Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Farnesol, Linalool, Limonene.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
Use it morning and evening, after serums.
It lists 38 ingredients, of which 1 are recorded as actives.
Aesop.
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