111SKIN Cryo Activating Hydra Gel by 111skin
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing10 ingredients credited for this claimGood evidence
“Lock in moisture with the revolutionary 111Skin Cryo Activating Hydra Gel, a lightweight formula that soothes while plumping out fine lines and wrinkles.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, glycerin.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNo evidence
“Plumps skin and resurfaces”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimWeak evidence
“Lock in moisture with the revolutionary 111Skin Cryo Activating Hydra Gel, a lightweight formula that soothes while plumping out fine lines and wrinkles.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Achillea millefolium extract, Menthol + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceNelumbo nucifera root water~5.1–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~4.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilSodium acrylates copolymer~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerCarbomer~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerGlycerin~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedSodium ascorbyl phosphate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateEthylhexyl palmitate~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBetaine~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineLecithin~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinBenzyl alcohol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholHordeum vulgare seed extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract. It might contain compounds that help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Hordeum vulgare seed extractPentylene glycol~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPrunus persica juice~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyrus malus juice~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Apple juice. Might help attract water to the skin. Can be irritating
More about Pyrus malus juiceTriticum vulgare seed extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Disodium edta~0.35–0.85%
Panax ginseng root extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractDehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Trihydroxystearin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinAchillea millefolium extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateMenthol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Menthyl lactate~0.35–0.75%
Parfum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBenzyl salicylate~0.15–0.6%
Xanthan gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLimonene~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Citronellol~0.1–0.35%
Linalool~0.1–0.4%
Glucomannan~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Nelumbo nucifera root water, Butylene glycol, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Carbomer, Glycerin, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Phenoxyethanol, Betaine, Lecithin, Benzyl alcohol, Hordeum vulgare seed extract, Pentylene glycol, Prunus persica juice, Pyrus malus juice, Triticum vulgare seed extract, Disodium edta, Panax ginseng root extract, Dehydroacetic acid, Trihydroxystearin, Achillea millefolium extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Menthol, Potassium sorbate, Menthyl lactate, Parfum, Benzyl salicylate, Xanthan gum, Limonene, Benzoic acid, Citronellol, Linalool, Glucomannan
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| 111SKINCryo Activating Hydra Gel by 111skinYOUR PRODUCT | EucerinHyaluron-Filler Ultra Light Moisture Booster Gel-Cream | FillerinaBio-Revitalizing Plumping System - 932 | SkintechPeel2Glow Sleep and Repair 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 54% | 53% |
| Price | $180.18 | — | $195.00+$14.82 | $10.58−$169.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | — | Acetyl Hexapeptide-37 | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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