1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Rosa Canina Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Rosa canina, Rosaceae.
Allies of Skin
CE15 Bakuchiol Firming Oil
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Take the skin testFive years in the making, Allies of Skin's CE15 Bakuchiol Firming Oil will fuel overworked skin's recovery and protect against future moisture loss; it's your secret weapon for a firmer, plumper visage. Containing a carefully blended cocktail of 22 clinical actives and 9 nutrient-rich oils, this final step oil promises to impressively nourish and hydrate with every drop. Vitamin C promotes radiance and evens out skin tone, bakuchiol (a plant-based retinol alternative) smooths fine lines, vitamin E infuses skin with antioxidants that fight UV damage and coenzyme Q10 kickstarts lazy skin cells, leading to a brighter, more refined look. We told you this formula was a powerhouse!
CE15 Bakuchiol Firming Oil is a rich oil from Allies of Skin. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 23 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
By its ingredient list the formula reads as rich: occlusives and butters sit high enough in the order to give it real weight on skin. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosa Canina Seed Oil and Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, 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 Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil and Punica Granatum Seed Oil.
Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil and Bakuchiol.
Antioxidant support: Moderate. Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution, and here that comes from Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Ubiquinone and Tocopherol.
Brightening: Moderate. Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks, and here that comes from Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Bakuchiol and Tocopherol.
On richness alone it suits Dry and Combination (dry) skin best, and is the least natural fit for Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, oil control, cell renewal and firmness signalling. 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 fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.
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.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance
Fades hyperpigmentation and evens out dark spots over time
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 10–40% of the formula.
Rosa Canina Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Rosa canina, Rosaceae.
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Calophyllum inophyllum, Hypericaceae
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Tetrakis(2-hexyldecyl) ascorbate
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Punica Granatum Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Pomegranate, Punica granatum L., Punicaceae
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the kernels, Argania Spinosa (L.), Sapotaceae
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2,6,10,15,19,23-Hexamethyltetracosane
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Borago officinalis L., Boraginaceae
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Black Currant, Ribes nigrum L., Saxifragaceae
15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Bakuchiol (babchi seed extract) is a plant-based retinol alternative that softens wrinkles and fades dark spots with less irritation. IUPAC name: 4-[(1E,3S)-3,7-dimethyl-3-vinylocta-1,6-dien-1-yl]phenol
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.
Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides 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 23 ingredients on the label.
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution
Keeps the product free of microbial growth
Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels
Forms a film that slows water loss
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
Absorbs or scatters ultraviolet light
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 10–40% of the formula.
Rosa Canina Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Rosa canina, Rosaceae.
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil is the oil expressed form the seeds of the Pumpkin, Cucurbita pepo L., Cucurbitaceae
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Calophyllum inophyllum, Hypericaceae
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Tetrakis(2-hexyldecyl) ascorbate
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Punica Granatum Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Pomegranate, Punica granatum L., Punicaceae
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil is the oil expressed from the fruit of the Sea Buckthorn, Hippophae rhamnoides L., Elaeagnaceae
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the kernels, Argania Spinosa (L.), Sapotaceae
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Black Caraway, Nigella sativa L., Ranunculaceae
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2,6,10,15,19,23-Hexamethyltetracosane
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Borago officinalis L., Boraginaceae
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Black Currant, Ribes nigrum L., Saxifragaceae
15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Bakuchiol (babchi seed extract) is a plant-based retinol alternative that softens wrinkles and fades dark spots with less irritation. IUPAC name: 4-[(1E,3S)-3,7-dimethyl-3-vinylocta-1,6-dien-1-yl]phenol
16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, 2-(3,7,11,15,19,23,27,31,35,39-decamethyl-2,6,10,14,18,22,26,30,34,38-tetracontadecaenyl)-5,6-dimethoxy-3-methyl-, (all-E)-
17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
5,9,13,17-Nonadecatetraen-2-one 6,10, 14, 18-Tetramethyl
18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Physalis Angulata Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Physalis angulata L., Solanaceae
19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis L., Lamiaceae
20th 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
21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Octane-1,2-diol
22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)
23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
2-Phenoxyethanol
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ROSA CANINA SEED OIL, CUCURBITA PEPO SEED OIL, CALOPHYLLUM INOPHYLLUM SEED OIL, TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE, PUNICA GRANATUM SEED OIL, HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES FRUIT OIL, ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, NIGELLA SATIVA SEED OIL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, SQUALANE, BORAGO OFFICINALIS SEED OIL, RIBES NIGRUM SEED OIL, BAKUCHIOL, UBIQUINONE, TEPRENONE, PHYSALIS ANGULATA EXTRACT, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT, TOCOPHEROL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, PHENOXYETHANOL.
TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE, BAKUCHIOL.
Use daily as the last step in your skincare routine.
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Dry, Combination (dry) skin best. It is the least natural fit for Combination (oily), Oily skin.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
10 ingredients could feed malassezia: Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed 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.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
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 23 ingredients, of which 2 are recorded as actives.
Allies of Skin.
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