L’Oreal RevitaLift Miracle Blur
Can the miraculous powers of this skin smoother really erase deep wrinkles in a single swipe?
L’Oreal RevitaLift Miracle Blur Overview
As the packaging says, RevitaLift Miracle Blur is not a moisturizer or foundation, and it is certainly not your run-of-the-mill pre-makeup primer. The scientists at L’Oreal have come together to create a one-of-a-kind product that erases the look of wrinkles, whether fine or deep.
Not only that, it leaves a velvety smooth matte finish behind, perfect as a blank palate for your daily makeup. It gives a fresh, youthful appearance all day, every day.
A Closer Look at L’Oreal RevitaLift Miracle Blur
When we started to research the ingredients that go into this so-called miracle, we noticed that many of the active ingredients are actually sunblockers. While we’re all for sneaking SPF in wherever you can, we have some concerns about a lack of anti-agers and firming ingredients that we typically expect from such creams.
As we continued to look, we noted that most of the ingredients in this ‘miracle’ are anything but miraculous. The sun blocking ingredients have potentially hazardous side effects, and the oil and liquid absorbing additives will certainly dry skin and leave a matte finish. Though this could potentially be at the cost of future clogged pores and blackheads.
Positives
- Quickly hides imperfections
- Moderately priced
- Widely available
Negatives
- Could be comedogenic
- Contains potentially toxin bearing-ingredients
- Lacks vigorous anti-agers
- No long-term benefits to continued use
Ingredients in L’Oreal RevitaLift Miracle Blur
The first listed ingredients, and the majority of the active ingredients, are sun protectors. While we happily encourage including sun protection in all stages of your skincare if possible, it doesn’t necessarily need to be here, in a product not meant for it. And the ingredients which aren’t sun protectors tend to be liquid absorbents which sink into lines and wrinkles, temporarily filling them. This gives a ‘filled’ look, and restores a youthful appearance, for at least a day according to the packaging. It may need refreshing at mid-day, particularly in very humid or hot areas.
Avobenzone 3%
Rather than have the first ingredient on their list be an anti-ager or skin plumper, this product chooses a sunscreen. We have to commend them for choosing to put health and skin safety at the forefront of their product. This synthetic sunscreen ingredient is one of the most widely used in the world, and has been rigorously tested for safety and efficacy time and again. It’s not exactly super, but it’s a solid choice to form part of a decent cream foundation.
Homosalate 10%
While this chemical can be organically created and is useful at absorbing cancer-causing UVB rays, it also could potentially have an impact on the human endocrine system, particularly in estrogen production. For this reason, caution is advised when using and coming into contact with Homosalate in high concentrations. It is currently listed as ‘safe’ by the FDA, and subject to dosing limitations. 1
Octisalate 5%
This third listed is also the third sunscreen agent in a row. While sunscreen is an excellent and important addition to any daily skin routine, it doesn’t need to be the primary components of a beauty product that isn’t even supposed to be used for sun protection. While it does add some additional UVA blockage, it also comes with a questionable safety concern. It has been shown to be an allergen that humans are susceptible to, and is thought to potentially be ecotoxic. 2
C12-C15
Also known and listed as Alkyl Benzoate, this synthetic compound is often included in beauty products as an emollient and texture enhancer. It is soluble in oil and can help condition dry skin. It provides a silky finish to the product texture, and that smooth feeling when applied to human skin. It also helps to keep all of the other ingredients bound together and stops them from separating into parts while settling.
Talc
This natural mineral can eliminate any excess fluid by closing in the gaps where fluid accumulates. For skin care products, talc is often used to absorb excess oil whether in the form of sebum on the skin surface, or oils contained in the product and not quickly enough absorbed. This talc settles into the lines and wrinkles of the face, filling them almost instantly and giving that ‘immediate youth’ effect. However, there is concern regarding Talc contamination with asbestos. Still, the FDA rules that “such a negligible amount” should not pose a health hazard.
Silica
Commonly found in sandstone and clay, this mineral often composes entire beaches in some parts of the world. It can be melted down to produce glass, and is a large component of certain types of sand. It’s often used as a bulking agent to make the product have more volume with less of the expensive active ingredients. It too absorbs moisture, often drying the skin out and pulling it tight. This ‘tight’ look gives a temporary appearance of youth.
Full List of Ingredients
Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 10%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 5%, Oxybenzone 6%, dimethicone, C12-C15, Alkyl Benzoate, Talc, Diisopropyl sebacate, Silica, Silica silylate, Glycerin, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Water
Directions: How to Use L’Oreal RevitaLift Miracle Blur
L’Oreal advises including their RevitaLift Miracle Blur as part of your daily skin routine. It is recommended for application after daily cleansers and moisturizers but before foundation and makeup. Can be applied all over face and décolletage, or utilized in small dots on concentrated area for enhanced spot-targeted effect. Prior to use on face, use a test patch on your forearm 24-hours prior. If skin begins to feel itchy or swelling occurs, discontinue use immediately. If pain occurs, wash face with mild soap and warm water.
The Final Word on L’Oreal RevitaLift Miracle Blur
While this product will definitely give you a ‘blur’, it’s not quite a miracle. The effects are extremely short-lived, and there are no ingredients that actually work to fight the signs of aging. It’s at best a mask for an emergency occasion, but not anything we would advise making a part of your daily routine, unless you’d like routine outbreaks too.
See our take on the rest of L’Oreal’s RevitaLift line here!
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