Overview
What it is
Serum with 49 ingredients that contains exfoliants
Cool Features
It is vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for fighting acne, dry skin, sensitive skin and oily skin
Free From
It doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
Fun facts
Herbal Face Food is from United States. This product is used in 10 routines created by our community.
We independently verify ingredients and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Does this product need an update? Let us know.
What's inside
Ingredients List
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract
Abrasive
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Helichrysum Stoechas Flower Extract
Perfuming
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Masking
Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract
AntiseborrhoeicEugenia Caryophyllus Oil
Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Extract
MaskingCommiphora Myrrha Leaf Cell Extract
MaskingJasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract
Masking
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract
Perfuming
Cananga Odorata Leaf Oil
Masking
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Santalum Album Extract
CleansingElettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract
Perfuming
Citrus Nobilis
Citrus Limon Leaf/Peel/Stem Oil
Skin Conditioning
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Leptospermum Scoparium Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Achillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil
Masking
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Melaleuca Viridiflora Leaf Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cymbopogon Flexuosus Leaf Oil
Masking
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cinnamomum Cassia Oil
Masking
Mentha Piperita Callus Lysate
Antioxidant
Citrus Bergamia Peel Oil Expressed
Perfuming
Salvia Officinalis Oil
Masking
Illicium Verum Leaf Oil
Masking
Hyssopus Officinalis Herb Oil
Perfuming
Satureja Montana Oil
Masking
Eucalyptus Maculata Extract
Skin ConditioningMichelia Champaca Flower Oil
Skin Conditioning
Polianthes Tuberosa Polysaccharide
Skin ConditioningOrmenis Multicaulis Oil
Masking
Plumeria Rubra Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Callus
Antimicrobial
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel
Skin ConditioningFucus Vesiculosus
Skin ConditioningPelargonium Graveolens Cera
MaskingAngelica Archangelica Extract
Skin ConditioningBoswellia Carterii Gum
Perfuming
Croton Lechleri Resin
Antioxidant
Callitris Intratropica Wood Oil
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Helichrysum Stoechas Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract, Eugenia Caryophyllus Oil, Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Extract, Commiphora Myrrha Leaf Cell Extract, Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract, Cananga Odorata Leaf Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Extract, Santalum Album Extract, Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract, Citrus Nobilis, Citrus Limon Leaf/Peel/Stem Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Leptospermum Scoparium Leaf Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Viridiflora Leaf Oil, Cymbopogon Flexuosus Leaf Oil, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Oil, Mentha Piperita Callus Lysate, Citrus Bergamia Peel Oil Expressed, Salvia Officinalis Oil, Illicium Verum Leaf Oil, Hyssopus Officinalis Herb Oil, Satureja Montana Oil, Eucalyptus Maculata Extract, Michelia Champaca Flower Oil, Polianthes Tuberosa Polysaccharide, Ormenis Multicaulis Oil, Plumeria Rubra Flower Extract, Rosa Damascena Callus, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel, Fucus Vesiculosus, Pelargonium Graveolens Cera, Angelica Archangelica Extract, Boswellia Carterii Gum, Croton Lechleri Resin, Callitris Intratropica Wood Oil
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Explained
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae.
Aloe is one of the most well-known natural soothing ingredients, and for good reason.ย Itโs full of water and has a cooling, calming effect on the skin, especially when itโs sunburned, itchy, or irritated.ย Aloe also helps your skin stay hydrated and smooth by mimicking what healthy skin naturally produces.ย On top of that, it contains vitamins and nutrients that support skin recovery.ย
It doesnโt protect you from the sun, but it can help your skin bounce back after too much time in it.
Letโs get into the details:
Aloe contains antioxidant Vitamins A, C, and E, which help fight off free radicals (unstable molecules from things like pollution that can damage your skin).
Itโs also rich in polysaccharides, which are natural sugars that help hydrate the skin by acting like the skinโs own moisturizing agents. These, along with other sugars like monosaccharides, help form a protective barrier that locks in moisture.
Aloe works as both a humectant and an emollient. That means it draws water into the skin (humectant) and helps trap it there (emollient), making it an effective natural moisturizer.
Youโll also find a mix of other skin-supporting ingredients in aloe, including folic acid, choline, calcium, amino acids, fatty acids, and even Vitamin B12.
Out of the 420+ species of aloe, Aloe barbadensis is the most widely used in skincare products thanks to its gentle yet effective properties.
There are over 420 species of aloe but Aloe Barbadensis is the most commonly used for topical products.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract is an exfoliant.
This extract comes from a tiny freshwater green microalga that can be found all over the world. It's special because it can produce massive amounts of Astaxanthin, a bright reddish-orange carotenoid pigment that is considered one of nature's most powerful antioxidants.
The algae starts pumping out Astaxanthin as a defense mechanism whenever it gets stressed out by things like intense sunlight or lack of nutrients.
This extract comes as a red-tinted, oily liquid and is packed with carotenoids, proteins, lipids, and minerals.
Astaxanthin is an antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS) that cause oxidative damage to your skin. It is also lipophilic, meaning it loves fats. This lets it concentrate in the outer layers of your skin where UV damage tends to hit first.
Research suggests it outperforms other well-known antioxidants like Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and Beta-Carotene in terms of scavenging ability. It can also help inhibit matrix metalloproteinases (the enzymes that break down collagen) and can stimulate growth factor secretion to support collagen production in dermal fibroblasts.
Clinical studies have shown that combining oral supplementation (6 mg/day) with topical application of astaxanthin from H. pluvialis led to improvements in wrinkles, age spots, elasticity, skin texture, and moisture content.
This ingredient is generally considered safe and well-tolerated in both topical and oral applications. In cosmetics, you'll see typical concentrations range from 0.1-2%. Allergic reactions are rare and be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
It's worth noting that about 95% of Astaxanthin on the market is made synthetically from petrochemicals.
Learn more about Haematococcus Pluvialis ExtractHelichrysum Stoechas Flower Extract is a fragrance.
This ingredient comes from the lavender plant. It is used to add a scent or mask an unpleasant one in products.
Lavender contains linalool and linalyl acetate.
When exposed to air, these two compounds become strong allergens. This ingredient exhibits cytotoxicity at low concentrations; amounts of 0.25% have been shown to damage skin cells.
Learn more about Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractWe don't have a description for Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract yet.
Eugenia Caryophyllus Oil is an oil.
We don't have a description for Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Commiphora Myrrha Leaf Cell Extract yet.
Jasmine flower and leaf has perfuming, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.
The antioxidant activity in Jasmine comes from flavonoids - a compound found in many plants. While antioxidants are great - Jasmine flowers also contain coumarin, a known EU allergen.
This ingredient can also help mask unpleasant scents from other ingredients.
Learn more about Jasminum Officinale Flower/Leaf ExtractVetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract is a fragrance.
Cananga Odorata Leaf Oil is a fragrance and is an oil. It can cause irritation.
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Extract is a fragrance.
We don't have a description for Santalum Album Extract yet.
Cardamomum extract is used to add a sweet, warm, and spicy scent to products.
We don't have a description for Citrus Nobilis yet.
Citrus Limon Leaf/Peel/Stem Oil is an oil.
This ingredient is also known as tea tree oil. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
Tea tree oil is a complex lipophilic (fat-loving) oil that contains around 100 compounds with terpinen-4-ol being the most abundant (~40%).
Terpinen-4-ol is responsible for tea tree oil's broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity and makes it a well-researched option for acne.
Clinical studies support 5% tea tree oil as an effective topical treatment for mild to moderate acne. A study with 124 patients compared 5% tea tree oil gel to 5% benzoyl peroxide and both reduced acne (though tea tree oil worked more slowly).
Besides acne, it is also seen in anti-dandruff shampoos and scalp treatments for it's antimicrobial and anti-seborrheic properties.
Safety-wise, the allergic potential of low concentrations on healthy skin is considered low. However, oxidized (old or improperly stored) tea tree oil is a stronger sensitizer.
Irritation can also occur if using the undiluted oil on skin; it's best to use this ingredient as part of a carefully crafted cosmetic formula. This is because regulations require tea tree oil in cosmetics to be stabilized to prevent degradation.
This ingredient has been deemed safe up to 2% in shampoo, 1% in cleansers, and 0.1% in face cream by the EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS).
There is some lab evidence that tea tree oil is antifungal against Malassezia, but it is a supportive option at best and not a replacement for proven antifungal treatments.
Learn more about Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf OilThis ingredient is also known as manuka leaf extract. It has antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
This oil is derived from the leaves of Eucalyptus Globulus, a type of Eucalyptus tree native to Australia.
Though this oil shows antibacterial and antioxidant activity, it is also a known skin-irritant due to its fragrance components.
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil is the oil obtained from the seed of the edible carrot. The oil is created by steaming and distilling the seeds of the plant.
Carrot Seed Oil has hydrating, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
As an emollient, carrot seed oil creates a thin film on the skin. This film prevents moisture from escaping, keeping your skin hydrated. Carrot seed oil has a soothing effect and can help alleviate inflammation.
As an antioxidant, carrot seed oil may help reduce the signs of aging. Antioxidants are able to neutralize free-radical molecules, or molecules that can damage our skin's cells and DNA.
Emerging studies show the alpha-pinene and carotol content give carrots antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, this is dependent on the amount of each compound. More studies are needed.
Carrot Seed Oil is not carrot oil. Carrot oil is created by mixing parts of the carrot in a carrier oil, such as coconut oil.
Learn more about Daucus Carota Sativa Seed OilAchillea Millefolium Extract comes from the yarrow plant. Yarrow is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil is an essential oil also known as rosemary essential oil. In skincare, it is a skin conditioning agent and also acts as a natural fragrance that gives products a fresh/herby smell.
The oil is a mix of over 100 volatile compounds with 1,8-cineole, ฮฑ-pinene, camphor, and verbenone usually leading the pack.
Lab studies credit this oil with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activity. Some research even show rosemary compounds calming acne-related inflammation.
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has concluded rosemary-derived ingredients to be safe when formulated to be nonsensitizing.
Since this is a fragrant essential oil, the main concern is for fragrance-sensitive folks.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf OilCinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil is used to add a sweet and woody scent to products.
This ingredient is also known as lemonbalm oil. It is known for its lemon aroma.
Lemonbalm oil contains citral, citronellal, and geraniol. These components are known skin sensitizers and may cause contact dermatitis.
Melaleuca Viridiflora Leaf Oil is an oil.
Cymbopogon Flexuosus Leaf Oil is an oil.
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract comes from the vanilla orchid native to central America. It is a skin-soothing ingredient.
This ingredient is skin-soothing and contains polyphenols that give it antioxidant properties.
This ingredient is not known to sensitize or irritate skin (unlike Vanilla Tahitensis). Vanilla tahitensis has shown to irritate skin in low amounts.
Learn more about Vanilla Planifolia Fruit ExtractCinnamon oil is used to add the classic cinnamon scent to products.
Mentha Piperita Callus Lysate is an antioxidant.
Citrus Bergamia Peel Oil Expressed is a fragrance and is an oil.
Salvia Officinalis Oil is an oil.
Illicium Verum Leaf Oil is an oil.
Hyssopus Officinalis Herb Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.
Satureja Montana Oil is an oil.
We don't have a description for Eucalyptus Maculata Extract yet.
Michelia Champaca Flower Oil is an oil.
We don't have a description for Polianthes Tuberosa Polysaccharide yet.
Ormenis Multicaulis Oil is an oil.
We don't have a description for Plumeria Rubra Flower Extract yet.
Rosa Damascena Callus is an antioxidant.
Rosa Damascena Flower Water is the water-based byproduct of steam-distilling damask rose petals. It has skin conditioning, masking, and skin protecting properties.
Research shows that Rosa damascena is rich in flavonoids and phenolic compounds like gallic acid that contribute to its antioxidant activity.
In vitro studies have shown that Rosa damascena can scavenge free radicals and reduce melanin overproduction. Research has also found this extract offers some degree of UV absorption but this should not replace your sunscreen.
Learn more about Rosa Damascena Flower WaterWe don't have a description for Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel yet.
We don't have a description for Fucus Vesiculosus yet.
We don't have a description for Pelargonium Graveolens Cera yet.
We don't have a description for Angelica Archangelica Extract yet.
Boswellia Carterii Gum is a fragrance.
Croton Lechleri Resin is an antioxidant.
Callitris Intratropica Wood Oil is an oil.
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