Blithe Pressed Serum Gold Apricot

Blithe

Pressed Serum Gold Apricot

face neck serum

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
71%
Combination (dry)
71%
Balanced
99%
Combination (oily)
69%
Oily
69%

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The Blithe Pressed Serum Gold Apricot is a multifunctional serum infused with apricot extract to brighten the complexion and niacinamide to even skin tone. A small amount goes a long way. Apply gently over face and neck after cleansing and toning. Free of synthetic dyes, fragrances, parabens, and alcohol.

Key Insights

Benefits

5
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Pore Minimizer
Soothing

Active Ingredients

2
Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

Risks

2
Allergen
Silicone

About Pressed Serum Gold Apricot

Overview

Pressed Serum Gold Apricot is a cushioning serum from Blithe. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 50 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. It contains both silicones and oils, a combination that usually finishes smooth and slightly satin and sits well under makeup. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Betaine and Butylene Glycol, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Betaine, Butylene Glycol and Panthenol.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily) and Oily skin. A few ingredients carry irritation flags, so reactive skin should patch test before using it on the whole face.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on antioxidant protection, 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.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is no drying alcohol, paraben-free, microplastic-free, sulfate-free, dye-free and no animal-derived ingredients. 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.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after toner, before moisturiser. Apply to clean, dry skin and give it a minute to absorb before the next layer. Introduce one new treatment at a time so you can identify what is working.

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.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No drying alcohol
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration

Things to know

  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
  • 10 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin
  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Sensitive skin

A few ingredients here carry irritation flags. Reactive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before using it on the whole face.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 17 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 10 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 4 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Evens Skin Tone 1 ingredient

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Pore Minimizer 1 ingredient

    Tightens and refines the look of enlarged pores

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading Oil Control Smooths Bumpy Skin

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.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

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

Hydration Anti-Aging

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane

Hydration

8th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hexadecan-1-ol

Hydration
Niacinamide Vitamin B3 (niacinamide)

9th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a gentle skincare active that repairs the skin barrier, calms redness, controls oil and evens tone at 2–5%. Official IUPAC name: **3-Pyridinecarboxamide**

Soothing Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Dimethicone

Hydration

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Stearic acid, monoester with glycerol

Hydration

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Cetearyl Olivate is the ester of Cetearyl Alcohol and the fatty acids derived from olive oil

Hydration

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt

Hydration

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration
Panthenol Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Poly[oxy(dimethylsilylane)], .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-

Hydration

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

Hydration Anti-Aging

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support Low

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control Low

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Low

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Low

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (2)

Supporting ingredients (48)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract Glycerin Dipropylene Glycol Cyclopentasiloxane Undecane Tridecane 1,2-hexanediol Cetyl Alcohol Dimethicone Glyceryl Stearate Peg-100 Stearate Cetearyl Olivate Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate Betaine Butylene Glycol Sorbitan Olivate Dimethiconol C14-22 Alcohols Peg-150 Distearate Olea Europaea Fruit Oil Palmitic Acid Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp Copolymer Stearic Acid C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside Xanthan Gum Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract Curcuma Longa Root Extract Disodium Edta Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract Corallina Officinalis Extract Myristic Acid Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Water Tocopherol Candida Bombicola/glucose/methyl Rapeseedate Ferment Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil Limonene Citral Linalool

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Limonene, Citral, Linalool

  • Essential oils

    Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Limonene, Citral, Linalool

  • Silicones

    Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol

  • Facial oils

    Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Treat" step.

  • Apply to clean, dry skin and give it a minute to absorb before the next layer.
  • Introduce one new treatment at a time so you can identify what is working.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
10 ingredients could feed malassezia: Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate, Sorbitan Olivate, Peg-150 Distearate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
A few ingredients here carry irritation flags. Reactive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before using it on the whole face.
Recorded ingredient risks
Allergen, Silicone

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 50 ingredients on the label.

12
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

11
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

11
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

10
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

7
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

4
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

4
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

3
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

2
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

1
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

1
Soothing

Calms visible redness and irritation

1
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

1
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

1
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

Estimated level
10–40%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruits of the Apricot, Prunus armeniaca L., Rosaceae

2 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

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

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
3 Dipropylene Glycol Texture agent
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

1,1'-Oxydipropan-2-ol; Oxydipropan-2-ol; Hydroxypropyloxypropanol

Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Solvent

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane

Hydration Silicone
4 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed May 2021, ePublication
  • Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, February 2016, pages S67-S76
  • Environmental International, November 2015, pages 55-63
  • International Journal of Toxicology, December 2011, pages 149-227
5 Undecane Emollient
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Tridecane

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

7th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

8 Cetyl Alcohol Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent

8th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hexadecan-1-ol

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2012, Issue 34, Volume 6, pages 567-74
  • http://wwwcir-safetyorg/sites/default/files/115_buff3a_supplpdf
  • https://pubchemncbinlmnihgov/compound/1-Hexadecanol
9 Niacinamide Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active

9th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a gentle skincare active that repairs the skin barrier, calms redness, controls oil and evens tone at 2–5%. Official IUPAC name: **3-Pyridinecarboxamide**

Soothing Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer
15 scientific references
  • International Journal of Dermatology, February 2021, pages 166-173
  • Biomolecules & Therapeutics, July 2019, pages 562-569
  • Experimental Dermatology, February 2019, pages 15-22
  • Dermatologic Therapy, September 2017, ePublication
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, May 2017, page S116
  • International Journal of Pharmaceutics, March 2017, pages 158-162
  • Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America, May 2016, pages 145-152
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, July 2015, pages 405-412
  • Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, June 2014, pages 311-315
  • International Journal of Pharmacy, January 2013, pages 192-201
  • Dermatoendrocrinology, July 2012, pages 308-319
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2005, pages 1-31
  • Dermatologic Surgery, July 2005, pages 860-865
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2004, pages 231-238
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, April 2004, pages 88-93
10 Dimethicone Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Occlusive

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Dimethicone

Hydration Silicone
7 scientific references
  • FDA Code of Federal Regulations, April 2020, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2014, pages 65S-115S
  • The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, May 2014, pages 36-44
  • Dermatologic Therapy, May 2012, pages 229-233
  • Clinics in Dermatology, May-June 2012, pages 345-348
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, January 2008, pages 19-33
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2000, pages 77-80
11 Glyceryl Stearate Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Stearic acid, monoester with glycerol

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Cosmeticsinfoorg, Accessed November 2021, ePublication
  • Drugs in Context, April 2018, pages 1-14
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2007, pages 1–30
12 Peg-100 Stearate Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-hydroxy- (100 mol EO average molar ratio)

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Cetearyl Olivate is the ester of Cetearyl Alcohol and the fatty acids derived from olive oil

Hydration
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate is the hexaester of 6-hydroxystearic acid stearic acid derived from Rosin and a dimer of pentaerythritol

15 Betaine Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2018, pages 28S-46S
  • Food Science and Biotechnology, October 2017, pages 1391-1397
  • The Journal of Chemical Physics, June 2015, ePublication
  • The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, September 2004, pages 539-549
  • Skin Research and Technology, February 2003, pages 50-58
16 Butylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
  • Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
17 Sorbitan Olivate Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

D-Glucitol, 1,4-Anhydro-, 6-monoester with olive oil fatty acids

18 Panthenol Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active

18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing
7 scientific references
  • The Linus Pauling Institute, Oregon State University, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2019, pages 534-547
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, January 2019, pages 346-354
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, March 2018, pages 1-51
  • The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, August 2017, pages 173-180
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2011, pages 361-370
  • American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, Volume 3, 2002, pages 427-433
19 Dimethiconol Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Emollient

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Poly[oxy(dimethylsilylane)], .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed September 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November 2017, pages 31S-50S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, April 2005, page 139
20 C14-22 Alcohols Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

C14-22 Alcohols is a mixture of synthetic fatty alcohols with 14 to 22 carbons in the alkyl chain

21 Peg-150 Distearate Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-[(1-oxooctadecyl)oxy]- (150 mol EO average molar ratio)

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

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

Hydration Anti-Aging
23 Palmitic Acid Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hexadecanoic acid

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer is a copolymer of ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate and vinylpyrrolidone monomers

Hydration
25 Stearic Acid Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent

25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Stearic acid

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, May 2019, pages 1-61
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2008, page 310
  • Therapeutics for the Clinician, May 2005, pages 317-324
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2003, pages 559-568
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside is the product obtained by the condensation of C12-20 alcohols with glucose

27 Xanthan Gum Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Xanthan gum

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Neem Tree, Melia azadirachta L., Meliaceae

Anti-Aging
8 scientific references
  • 5 Super Anti-Aging Antioxidants Your Skin Needs
  • How to Keep Your Neck & Chest Looking Young
  • Acne & Aging Skin
  • How to Diminish Uneven Skin Tone and Get Your Glow Back
  • What Are Peptides and What Do They Do for Skin?
  • The Truth About Firming Creams
  • Top 5 Reasons to Add Antioxidants to Your Skin Care Routine
  • Anti-Aging Superstars
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the Neem Tree, Melia Azadirachta L., Meliaceae

Anti-Aging
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Curcuma Longa Root Extract is an extract of the rhizomes of the Turmeric, Curcuma longa L., Zingiberaceae

31 Disodium Edta Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Chelator

31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of Ocimum sanctum, Labiatae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Corallina Officinalis Extract is an extract of the Alga, Corallina officinalis L., Corallinaceae

Hydration Anti-Aging
8 scientific references
  • Supercharged Hydration
  • How Hyaluronic Acid Benefits Skin
  • What is Dehydrated Skin & How to Choose the Best Products
  • What Your Moisturizer Must Contain
  • Moisturizer Myths You Should Stop Believing Now
  • The Benefits of Glycerin in Skin Care
  • The Best Face Oils for Skin
  • How Facial Oils Help Skin
34 Myristic Acid Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Tetradecanoic acid

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

35th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae

Anti-Aging Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Pediatric Dermatology, August 2018, ePublication; and January-February 2013, pages 42-50
  • Chemicke Zvesti, May 2018, pages 2, 607-2, 615
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, December 2017, ePublication
  • Dermatology, October 2014, pages 230-239
36 Water Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

36th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
37 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

37th 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

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Journal or Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2010, pages 7013-7020
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1212-1217
  • Canadian Family Physician, July 2006, pages 855-856
  • Dermatologic Surgery, April 1999, pages 311-315
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Surfactant, Preservative

38th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Product obtained by the fermentation of glucose and methyl rapeseedate by the microorganism Candida bombicola

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

39th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the kernels, Argania Spinosa (L.), Sapotaceae

Hydration Anti-Aging
8 scientific references
  • Supercharged Hydration
  • How Hyaluronic Acid Benefits Skin
  • What is Dehydrated Skin & How to Choose the Best Products
  • What Your Moisturizer Must Contain
  • Moisturizer Myths You Should Stop Believing Now
  • The Benefits of Glycerin in Skin Care
  • The Best Face Oils for Skin
  • How Facial Oils Help Skin
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Plant extract

40th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Rubus idaeus fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Raspberry, Rubus idaeus L., Rosaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Soothing, Plant extract

41st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Vaccinium Angustifolium Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Blueberry, Vaccinium angustifolium, Ericaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

42nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Strawberry, Fragaria chiloensis, Rosaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

43rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Blackberry, Rubus fruticosus L., Rosaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

44th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Cabbage Palm, Euterpe oleracea, Arecaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

45th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil is the oil expressed from the peel of the Mandarin, Citrus nobilis, Rutaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

46th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is the psoralen-free volatile oil obtained from the fruit of Citrus aurantium L. var. bergamia, Rutaceae; Oils, bergamot; bergamot oil bergaptene free

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

47th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Citrus Sinensis Oil,Orange Oil,Orange oil terpeneless (Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck) (RIFM),Orange peel oil, sweet (Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck) (RIFM),Orange Yu (JPN)

Allergen
48 Limonene Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent, Fragrance / colour

48th 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

Allergen
49 Citral Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

49th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2,6-Octadienal, 3,7-dimethyl-; 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienal

Allergen
50 Linalool Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

50th 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

Allergen

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Pressed Serum Gold Apricot?

PRUNUS ARMENIACA FRUIT EXTRACT, GLYCERIN, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, UNDECANE, TRIDECANE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, CETYL ALCOHOL, NIACINAMIDE, DIMETHICONE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PEG-100 STEARATE, CETEARYL OLIVATE, DIPENTAERYTHRITYL HEXAHYDROXYSTEARATE/HEXASTEARATE/HEXAROSINATE, BETAINE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, SORBITAN OLIVATE, PANTHENOL, DIMETHICONOL, C14-22 ALCOHOLS, PEG-150 DISTEARATE, OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL, PALMITIC ACID, AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER, STEARIC ACID, C12-20 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE, XANTHAN GUM, MELIA AZADIRACHTA LEAF EXTRACT, MELIA AZADIRACHTA FLOWER EXTRACT, CURCUMA LONGA ROOT EXTRACT, DISODIUM EDTA, OCIMUM SANCTUM LEAF EXTRACT, CORALLINA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT, MYRISTIC ACID, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, WATER, TOCOPHEROL, CANDIDA BOMBICOLA/GLUCOSE/METHYL RAPESEEDATE FERMENT, ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL, RUBUS IDAEUS FRUIT EXTRACT, VACCINIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM FRUIT EXTRACT, FRAGARIA CHILOENSIS FRUIT EXTRACT, RUBUS FRUTICOSUS FRUIT EXTRACT, EUTERPE OLERACEA FRUIT EXTRACT, CITRUS NOBILIS PEEL OIL, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA FRUIT OIL, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS PEEL OIL, LIMONENE, CITRAL, LINALOOL.

What are the active ingredients in Pressed Serum Gold Apricot?

NIACINAMIDE, PANTHENOL.

How do I use Pressed Serum Gold Apricot?

Dispense a moderate amount of the cream with a clean spatula. Apply over the entire face and gently massage for better absorption.

What skin types is Pressed Serum Gold Apricot good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily), Oily skin.

Is Pressed Serum Gold Apricot good for sensitive 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.

Is Pressed Serum Gold Apricot fungal acne safe?

10 ingredients could feed malassezia: Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate, Sorbitan Olivate, Peg-150 Distearate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Pressed Serum Gold Apricot while pregnant?

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.

Is Pressed Serum Gold Apricot fragrance free?

No — it contains Limonene, Citral, Linalool.

Does Pressed Serum Gold Apricot contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Pressed Serum Gold Apricot silicone free?

No — it contains Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol.

Does Pressed Serum Gold Apricot contain essential oils?

Yes — it contains Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Limonene, Citral, Linalool.

Is Pressed Serum Gold Apricot paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Pressed Serum Gold Apricot?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply Pressed Serum Gold Apricot?

Use it morning and evening, after toner, before moisturiser.

How many ingredients does Pressed Serum Gold Apricot have?

It lists 50 ingredients, of which 2 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Pressed Serum Gold Apricot?

Blithe.

Brand
Blithe

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