I’m going to be honest, here; I don’t really get excited about body washes. To me, they’re pretty much all the same – as long as it smells nice, I’m set. But b-leve b-tranquil Body Wash ($7.99, b-leve.com) is different; containing Oleofirm™, a combination of glycerin, safflower oil, and vitamin E, and flaxseed oil, this body wash is sure to moisturize your skin while giving you a subtle, sweet scent. OleoFirm™: Glycerin, Safflower Oil, and Vitamin E OleoFirm™ contains the superstars glycerin, safflower oil, and vitamin E. In case you haven’t heard me ramble on about glycerin before, I’ll tell […]
I’m going to be honest, here; I don’t really get excited about body washes. To me, they’re pretty much all the same – as long as it smells nice, I’m set. But b-leve b-tranquil Body Wash ($7.99, b-leve.com) is different; containing Oleofirm™, a combination of glycerin, safflower oil, and vitamin E, and flaxseed oil, this body wash is sure to moisturize your skin while giving you a subtle, sweet scent.
OleoFirm™: Glycerin, Safflower Oil, and Vitamin E
Safflower oil is a great sources of linoleic acid, which helps int he production of ceramides.
OleoFirm™ contains the superstars glycerin, safflower oil, and vitamin E. In case you haven’t heard me ramble on about glycerin before, I’ll tell you again; glycerin is a natural moisturizing factor (NMF) and an occlusive moisturizer that helps to prevent transepidermal water loss (TEWL) in the skin. One study shows a 20% glycerin cream increasing the skin’s moisture levels compared to a control group after ten days of use (International Journal of Cosmetic Science). Another study, conducted over five years, shows that creams containing a high glycerin content restore dry skin to normal moisture levels and keep the skin moisturized for longer as compared to other products (M. Lodén and H.I. Maibach). With such great results, it’s no wonder you see it in so many other products.
Safflower oil is another great ingredient in this body wash. It’s a powerful antioxidant, effective against DPPH and superoxide and hydroxyl radicals (Neurochemical Research). It is one of the most potent sources of linoleic acid, which is necessary for the production of ceramides. Ceramides play an important role in the skin barrier function, helping your skin retain water to prevent TEWL (Baumann).
Finally, vitamin E plays a role in OleoFirm™; this popular vitamin protects your skin against UV damage and environmental exposure and is found naturally in the sebaceous glands of your skin (Skin Pharmacology and Physiology). It also helps to protect collagen by stopping the formation of metalloproteinase matrix mRNA, which is responsible for degrading collagen (Free Radical Biology and Medicine).
Linseed Oil (Flaxseed Oil)
Flaxseed has tons of benefits when eaten, but there’s not as much research about topical application.
Don’t be fooled by the “Linseed Oil” labeled on the packaging; this is actually just another name for the well-known flaxseed oil. This is a great source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which have been shown to have anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, and possibly even collagen-boosting properties — but generally when consumed orally (University of Maryland Medical Center, Journal of Cellular Physiology). Additionally, flaxseed oil oral supplements can reduce skin sensitivity and improve the skin’s barrier function (Skin Pharmacology and Physiology).
Although flaxseed oil contains beneficial components like fatty acids and antioxidants, little research has been done regarding its topical benefits to the skin (Mayo Clinic). While it’s a great oral supplement, there’s just not enough data to suggest that putting it on your skin will do much of anything.
Overall Rating: ***
Overall, it’s a pretty good body wash, though I felt so-so about the scent.
b-leve b-tranquil Body Wash is a pretty solid product for your daily shower needs. It contains great occlusive moisturizers like glycerin and safflower oil, and vitamin E can help protect your skin against environmental damages. The inclusion of flaxseed oil doesn’t have a lot of research backing it, but that doesn’t mean this isn’t a solid product. The scent is okay, and it did leave my skin moisturized. While I can’t say that this is a spectacular product, it’s definitely a pretty good one.
Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Acrylates Copolymer, Cocamidropropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Chloride, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes, Tetrasodium EDTA, Fragrance (Parfum), Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Mannitol, Cellulose, Iron Oxides, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Red 40 (CI 16035), Yellow 5 (CI 19140)
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