Faces Canada
Faces Canada Urban Balance Youth Preserve Night Cream
Faces Canada Urban Balance Youth Preserve Night Cream
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WHAT IS IT?
Night Cream with 6 key ingredients
FEATURES
repairs and renews skin, reduces signs of aging, antioxidant and energising properties, imparts luminosity, provides firmness, formulated in Canada, natural ingredients, mineral oil & paraben free, animal ingredient free
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Mineral Oil, Paraben, Animal ingredients
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What Does It Help With?
Reducing Fine Lines And Wrinkles Moisturizing Skin Firmness LuminosityBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
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What Faces Canada Says
Product Description:
The Faces Urban Balance Youth preserve Night Cream is a soothing and nourishing lullaby for your skin. It gets to work while you sleep, moisturizing your skin with 'Moringa Extract' and reducing the signs of ageing. The energising and antioxidant properties of 'Okra' repair and build skin cells, further reducing fine lines and wrinkles, leaving your skin with a natural glow. Features: A night cream that repairs & renews the skin, Moringa extracts helps reduce the signs of aging, Features both antioxidant & energising properties, Imparts luminosity to dull skin, Provides firmness to skin, Formulated in Canada, Natural Ingredients, Mineral Oil & Paraben free, Animal ingredient free.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
moringa-oil, argan-oil, okra-extract, shea-butter, hemp-seed-oil, hyaluronic-acid
Key Ingredients
Moringa Oil, Argan Oil, Okra extract, Shea Butter, Hemp Seed Oil, Hyaluronic Acid
Ingredients Details
Argan Oil
Common Name(s): Argan oil,moroccan oil
CAS Number: 223747-87-3
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Conditions and nourishes skin and hair with exceptional fatty acid, squalene, and tocopherol content.
Why It's Used: Premium multi-nutrient facial and hair oil โ its unique phytosterol and squalene composition provides anti-aging benefits beyond simple emolliency.
How It Works: Balanced oleic/linoleic acid ratio provides both emolliency and barrier repair. high squalene content (6-7%) provides antioxidant and sebum-compatible emolliency. tocopherols provide antioxidant stability and skin benefit. phytosterols inhibit 5-alpha-reductase and reduce inflammation.
Typically Found In: Premium facial oils,hair oils,anti-aging products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ emollient
Secondary Functions: Squalene content,phytosterol activity,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ100%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from argania spinosa kernels
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Cold-pressed from roasted (food) or unroasted (cosmetic) argan kernels. unesco world heritage traditional production. fair trade certified sources available.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Humectants,ceramides,actives as carrier
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Argan oil's squalene content (6-7%) is among the highest of all plant oils, second only to olive oil. squalene is an endogenous skin lipid that declines with age, making argan oil's high squalene level particularly relevant for anti-aging facial use โ replenishing both essential fatty acids and age-depleting skin lipids simultaneously.
Last Verified: Cosing database,boucetta et al. argan oil review,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Hemp Seed Oil
Common Name(s): Hemp seed oil,hemp oil
CAS Number: 68956-68-3
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides exceptional anti-inflammatory essential fatty acid barrier repair with an ideal omega-6:omega-3 ratio.
Why It's Used: Best omega-6:omega-3 ratio of any common plant oil (3:1, matching the ideal anti-inflammatory dietary ratio) for comprehensive essential fatty acid skin therapy.
How It Works: Very high linoleic acid (la, 55-60%) provides ceramide-1 synthesis support and anti-comedogenic sebum normalization. alpha-linolenic acid (ala, 15-20%) provides anti-inflammatory prostaglandin precursors. gamma-linolenic acid (gla, 1-4%) provides additional anti-inflammatory activity.
Typically Found In: Anti-inflammatory facial oils,acne-prone skin products,barrier repair formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ emollient
Secondary Functions: Ideal omega ratio,gla anti-inflammatory,sebum normalization
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ50%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from cannabis sativa seeds (non-psychoactive; no cbd/thc)
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Cold-pressed from hemp seeds. contains no cbd, thc, or cannabinoids โ seeds do not contain cannabinoids. non-comedogenic due to high linoleic content.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic; high linoleic content
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Humectants,ceramides,actives as carrier
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Hemp seed oil's 3:1 omega-6:omega-3 ratio matches the ratio associated with reduced systemic inflammation in dietary studies. when applied topically, this balanced ratio provides both linoleic acid (barrier repair + anti-comedogenic) and ala (anti-inflammatory prostaglandin precursors) from a single oil.
Last Verified: Cosing database,callaway et al. hemp seed fatty acid study,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Hyaluronic Acid
Common Name(s): Ha,sodium hyaluronate (salt form),hyaluronan,d-glucuronic acid-n-acetyl-d-glucosamine polymer
CAS Number: 9004-61-9
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Hyaluronic acid draws and locks moisture into the skin at multiple depths (surface and deeper layers depending on molecular weight), creating a plumping, smoothing, and hydrating effect.
Why It's Used: It is used because it is endogenous to human skin, making it exceptionally biocompatible and non-irritating. its unparalleled moisture-binding capacity makes it the most effective hydrating ingredient available.
How It Works: Ha binds water molecules through its many hydroxyl and carboxyl groups, creating a gel-like matrix. high molecular weight ha (>500 kda) hydrates the skin surface; low molecular weight ha (<50 kda) penetrates deeper to provide interior hydration.
Typically Found In: Serums,moisturizers,sheet masks,toners,eye creams,lip treatments,dermal fillers (injectable)
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ humectant/hydrator
Secondary Functions: Barrier repair,plumping,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ2% (effective at very low concentrations; multi-weight ha provides superior results)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ biotechnology-derived (microbial fermentation of streptococcus equi or b. subtilis); vegan-certified versions widely available
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Originally extracted from rooster combs; now predominantly produced via biotechnology (bacterial fermentation), which is vegan and more sustainable.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low; one of the gentlest skincare ingredients known
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: In very dry environments, high-molecular-weight ha on the surface can potentially draw moisture out of the skin if not sealed with an occlusive. apply to damp skin and seal with moisturizer.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes โ ideal for all skin types including rosacea, eczema, and post-procedure skin
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Exceptional safety profile. endogenous molecule โ no toxicity concerns. ewg hazard score: 1. safe during pregnancy.
Works Well With: Virtually all ingredients; especially ceramides,glycerin,peptides,retinol (reduces irritation),niacinamide,vitamin c
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities; high concentrations of alcohol in a formula may reduce its efficacy
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Hyaluronic acid naturally degrades in skin (half-life ~1โ2 days). the skin produces it endogenously, but production decreases with age. multi-molecular-weight ha formulas provide hydration at both surface and deeper skin levels.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,papakonstantinou et al. (2012) dermato-endocrinology
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Shea Butter
Common Name(s): Shea butter,karite butter
CAS Number: 91080-23-8
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides deep nourishing emolliency with anti-inflammatory cinnamic acid esters and a uniquely rich unsaponifiable fraction.
Why It's Used: The most nutritious plant butter โ unique cinnamic acid esters, lupeol, and rich unsaponifiable fraction provide anti-inflammatory and wound healing benefits beyond standard fatty acid emolliency.
How It Works: Cinnamic acid esters absorb uv radiation providing mild natural uv filtering (spf 3-4). lupeol inhibits nf-kb for anti-inflammatory activity. high stearic acid provides occlusive barrier function. rich unsaponifiable fraction (4-9%) provides phytosterols, tocopherols, and triterpenes for bioactive skin benefits.
Typically Found In: Body butters,rich moisturizers,baby products,hair conditioners,lip balms
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ emollient
Secondary Functions: Cinnamic acid uv support,lupeol anti-inflammatory,rich emolliency
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ100%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from butyrospermum parkii nuts
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Unrefined (raw) shea retains more unsaponifiable fraction and stronger natural scent/color. refined shea is odorless, white, and cleaner for formulation. certified fair trade supports west african women's cooperatives.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic (refined); 2/5 โ low (raw/unrefined)
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Humectants,ceramides,actives as carrier
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Shea butter's unsaponifiable fraction (4-9%, vs coconut oil's 0.5% and olive oil's 1-2%) is exceptionally rich in triterpenes, phytosterols, and tocopherols. this fraction is responsible for shea's anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties that simple fatty acid analysis fails to reveal.
Last Verified: Cosing database,lin et al. shea butter cinnamic acid study,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12