SK-II GenOptics Spot Essence

SK-IIGenOptics Spot EssenceIngredients

SK-II GenOptics Spot Essence is a product from Facial Serums, Essences, Ampoules category with 37 ingredients. Notable: Niacinamide, Glycerin, Boron Nitride, Panthenol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Tocopherol. The product is made by SK-II, from Japan.

GenOptics Spot Essence provides following positive effects: UV Protection, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Acne fighting, Pore Shrinking and 17 more.

Organic score: 19% natural vs 68% chemical.

INCI

1
Water
Solvent
2
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
3
Butylene Glycol
Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
4
Cyclopentasiloxane
Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
5
Niacinamide
Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
6
Triethylhexanoin
Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Masking, Solvent
7
Glycerin
Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
8
Pentylene Glycol
Skin conditioning agent, Solvent

All the Positive

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Vitamins [2]: Niacinamide, Panthenol
Antioxidants [3]: Niacinamide, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Tocopherol
Moisturizing 4: Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Panthenol
Anti-aging 4: Niacinamide, Boron Nitride, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Tocopherol
UV Protection 3: Boron Nitride, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Tocopherol
Softening 3: Butylene Glycol, Triethylhexanoin, Glycerin

Concerns

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Risk of clogging pores
Risk of clogging pores
Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol
Risk of allergy
Risk of allergy
Benzyl Alcohol
Parabens
Parabens
1 component
Methylparaben#27
Silicones
Silicones
2 components
Cyclopentasiloxane#4
Methicone#35
PEG
PEG
2 components
PEG-20 Sorbitan Cocoate#16
PEG-11 Methyl Ether Dimethicone#20

ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
Cruelty free
No
Reef friendly
No
Ozone layer safe
Yes

Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Glycerin#7Panthenol#15Tocopherol#33
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

SK-II GenOptics Spot Essence

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

#2Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate

Origin: No information
Role: No information

#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

#4Cyclopentasiloxane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Solvent
Protection
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cyclopentasiloxane is a fluid silicone. It’s non-greasy and doesn’t have any scent or color. It evaporates pretty fast which makes this ingredient essential when it comes to making products that have to dry quickly. It also gives a nice silky feeling when you apply the product to the skin and hair. It leaves a thin film that protects the skin after evaporation.

Cyclopentasiloxane is chemically neutral, meaning it doesn’t react with other components.

#5Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

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