
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Anti-pollution youth ampoule with 16 natural ingredients
FEATURES
Anti-pollution, Youth-preserving, Barrier function support, Antioxidant-rich
BEST FOR
normal
CHECKS
No Nasty Synthetics, No GMO, No Gluten, No Soy, No Fillers
Who Is It For?
All Ages All GendersWhat Does It Help With?
Pollution Control Fine Lines & Wrinkles Aftersun Care Stressed SkinBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Earth Harbor Naturals Says
Product Description:
Named after the powerful Greek deity of the sun, Helios Anti-pollution Youth Ampoule is an almighty ambrosia brimming with ultra-reparative Plant Stem Cells and a fountain of youth-preserving Red Algae Astaxanthin.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Grapeseed-Oil, Cranberry-Seed-Oil, Pomegranate-Seed-Oil, Marula-Oil, Baobab-Seed-Oil, Pumpkin-Seed-Oil, Sunflower-Vitamin-E, Sunflower-Seed-Oil, Jojoba-Seed-Oil, Borage-Seed-Oil, Apple-Fruit-Stem-Cell-Extract, Argan-Sprout-Stem-Cell-Extract, Red-Algae-Astaxanthin-Extract, Sweet-Orange-Peel-Oil, Neroli-Flower-Oil, Calendula-Flower-CO2-Extract
Key Ingredients
Red Algae Astaxanthin, Plant Stem Cells, Marula Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Baobab Oil, Borage Seed Oil
Ingredients Details
Borage Seed Oil
Common Name(s): Borage seed oil,botanical oil,phytochemical active
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides antioxidant protection from reactive oxygen species, reduces inflammatory cytokine production in skin, and conditions skin surface through the plant's secondary metabolite complex.
Why It's Used: Chosen for its natural origin narrative, traditional use heritage, and multi-functional phytochemical profile that supports several concurrent skin care claims from one ingredient.
How It Works: Polyphenols, terpenoids, and alkaloids in the oil scavenge ros via hydrogen atom transfer, inhibit nf-kb or cox-2 inflammatory pathways, and interact with skin surface proteins for conditioning.
Typically Found In: Botanical skin care,natural products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Plant secondary metabolites evolved as uv photoprotectants and antimicrobial agents โ mechanisms that directly translate to cosmetic antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity in human skin.
Last Verified: Cosing database,borage seed oil botanical review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Cranberry Seed Oil
Common Name(s): Cranberry seed oil,botanical oil,phytochemical active
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides antioxidant protection from reactive oxygen species, reduces inflammatory cytokine production in skin, and conditions skin surface through the plant's secondary metabolite complex.
Why It's Used: Chosen for its natural origin narrative, traditional use heritage, and multi-functional phytochemical profile that supports several concurrent skin care claims from one ingredient.
How It Works: Polyphenols, terpenoids, and alkaloids in the oil scavenge ros via hydrogen atom transfer, inhibit nf-kb or cox-2 inflammatory pathways, and interact with skin surface proteins for conditioning.
Typically Found In: Botanical skin care,natural products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Plant secondary metabolites evolved as uv photoprotectants and antimicrobial agents โ mechanisms that directly translate to cosmetic antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity in human skin.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cranberry seed oil botanical review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Marula Oil
Common Name(s): Marula oil,african marula seed oil
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides rapid-absorbing, lightweight emolliency with high oleic acid skin conditioning.
Why It's Used: Ultra-lightweight premium oil for rapid-absorbing facial care with a very high oleic acid percentage among plant oils.
How It Works: Exceptionally high oleic acid content (75-78%) provides deep skin conditioning and absorption. very high tocopherol content (480mg/100g) provides excellent oxidative stability and antioxidant activity. phenolic compounds provide additional antioxidant benefit.
Typically Found In: Premium facial oils,lightweight serums,anti-aging products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ emollient
Secondary Functions: Rapid absorption,high tocopherol antioxidant
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 sclerocarya birrea seeds
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Cold-pressed from marula fruit seeds native to southern africa. sustainably harvested supporting local african communities.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 3/5 โ moderate; high oleic acid; test for skin type compatibility
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
Marula oil's tocopherol content (~480mg/100g) is among the highest of any plant oil, providing exceptional oxidative stability (shelf life 2+ years without added antioxidants) and significant in-situ antioxidant skin benefits. by comparison, olive oil contains ~170mg/100g tocopherols.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Sunflower Seed Oil
Common Name(s): Sunflower seed oil,botanical oil/butter,phytochemical active
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides emollient conditioning, essential fatty acid supplementation, and barrier lipid support from the natural triglyceride/wax ester composition.
Why It's Used: Natural carrier oils provide sc-compatible lipid composition for genuine barrier integration rather than surface-only occlusion.
How It Works: Fatty acid triglycerides integrate into sc lipid bilayers delivering oleic, linoleic, and linolenic acid for emolliency and barrier repair; essential fatty acids serve as ceramide biosynthesis precursors.
Typically Found In: Botanical skin care,natural products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ30%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Conditional
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Plant secondary metabolites evolved for uv photoprotection and pathogen defence โ mechanisms directly applicable to cosmetic antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity in human skin.
Last Verified: Cosing database,sunflower seed oil botanical review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12