Absolution La Creme Riche Cream

Absolution La Creme Riche Cream

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh
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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered

Moisturizing
16 ingredients credited for this claim
Good support
What the product description says
“La Creme Riche Cream”
From product name

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. 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. The following ingredients in this product do the job: glycerin, honey.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: helianthus annuus seed oil, squalane.

Theobroma cacao seed butterKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~4.3–5.2%
Manganese gluconateKey activeEffect: HighMight be able to help restore skin barrier function supporting its hydration~0.5–0.75%
GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~3.3–4%
Oenothera biennis oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function~0.75–1.1%
Sesamum indicum seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function~4.2–5.1%
Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.95–1.2%
SqualaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.~1.5–1.8%
Acacia decurrens/jojoba/sunflower seed wax polyglyceryl-3 estersKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~2–2.4%
Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~2.8–3.4%
HoneyKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen~0.5–0.75%
Macadamia integrifolia seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin~2.3–2.8%
MelKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it~0.55–0.8%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderEffect: LowTraditionally 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~0.55–0.8%
Rosa canina fruit oilUnder-dosedEffect: HighA great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating~0.7–1.05%
Argania spinosa kernel oilUnder-dosedEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~0.75–1.1%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.65–0.95%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
13 strong irritants: Cananga odorata flower oil, Cinnamomum camphora oil + 11 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 26 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.5–1%est.
Cananga odorata flower oilAn essential oil. Can be irritatingHigh~0.5–0.75%est.
Cinnamomum camphora oil—High~0.5–0.75%est.
Calendula officinalis flower extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.45–0.65%est.
Pogostemon cablin leaf oilUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.4–0.6%est.
Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil—High~0.35–0.65%est.
AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~0.3–0.6%est.
Commiphora myrrha resin extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.
Benzyl benzoateFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.
GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.
FarnesolAdded to create a nice product smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.
EugenolA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.15–0.25%est.
Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.1–0.15%est.
Acacia decurrens/jojoba/sunflower seed wax polyglyceryl-3 estersHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product textureMedium~2–2.4%est.
Cetearyl glucosideHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product textureMedium~0.9–1.1%est.
Argania spinosa kernel oilAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant propertiesMedium~0.75–1.1%est.
Oenothera biennis oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier functionMedium~0.75–1.1%est.
Rosa canina fruit oilA great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritatingMedium~0.7–1.05%est.
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderTraditionally 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 skinMedium~0.55–0.8%est.
Levulinic acidHelps stabilize a product formulationMedium~0.5–0.75%est.
Actinidia chinensis seed oil—Medium~0.55–0.8%est.
Sodium levulinateA preservativeMedium~0.5–0.75%est.
Dehydroacetic acidA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.6%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.5%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
2 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect3/5~4.3–5.2%est.
Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~2.8–3.4%est.
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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Sesamum indicum seed oil~4.2–5.1%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function

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Theobroma cacao seed butter~4.3–5.2%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-dandruff

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Glycerin~3.3–4%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Cetearyl alcohol~2.8–3.4%
Key activeComedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Macadamia integrifolia seed oil~2.3–2.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Acacia decurrens/jojoba/sunflower seed wax polyglyceryl-3 esters~2–2.4%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Sorbitan stearate~1.6–2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Squalane~1.5–1.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.

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Maris aqua~1.2–1.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Sea water. Helps dissolve other ingredients in a product

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Sea water~1–1.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.95–1.2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Cetearyl glucoside~0.9–1.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture

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Benzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.75–1.1%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties

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Oenothera biennis oil~0.75–1.1%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-blemishAnti-inflammatory

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function

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Rosa canina fruit oil~0.7–1.05%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating

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Tocopherol~0.65–0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

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Xanthan gum~0.6–0.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Propanediol~0.6–0.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.55–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Levulinic acid~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps stabilize a product formulation

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Mel~0.55–0.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it

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Honey~0.5–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAntibacterial

Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen

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Actinidia chinensis seed oil~0.55–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An essential oil. Can be irritating

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Cinnamomum camphora oil~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · high
Manganese gluconate~0.5–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Might be able to help restore skin barrier function supporting its hydration

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Nymphaea caerulea leaf cell extract~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Tremella fuciformis polysaccharide~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Sodium levulinate~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Hordeum vulgare seed extract~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A grain extract. It might contain compounds that help neutralize free radicals in skin

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Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Prunus amygdalus amara kernel oil~0.5–0.7%
Formula
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.45–0.65%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating

More about Calendula officinalis flower extract
Pogostemon cablin leaf oil~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance

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Sodium hydroxide~0.35–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil~0.35–0.65%
Irritant · high
Styrax tonkinensis resin extract~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Alcohol~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties

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Pimenta racemosa (bay) oil
Not recognized
Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Commiphora myrrha resin extract~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citric acid~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Linalool~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Benzyl benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating

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Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Farnesol~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Added to create a nice product smell. Can be irritating

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Eugenol~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Benzyl salicylate~0.1–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Ingredient list view

Water, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Acacia decurrens/jojoba/sunflower seed wax polyglyceryl-3 esters, Sorbitan stearate, Squalane, Maris aqua, Sea water, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Cetearyl glucoside, Benzyl alcohol, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Propanediol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Levulinic acid, Mel, Honey, Actinidia chinensis seed oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Cinnamomum camphora oil, Manganese gluconate, Nymphaea caerulea leaf cell extract, Tremella fuciformis polysaccharide, Sodium levulinate, Hordeum vulgare seed extract, Dehydroacetic acid, Prunus amygdalus amara kernel oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Pogostemon cablin leaf oil, Sodium hydroxide, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil, Styrax tonkinensis resin extract, Alcohol, Unknown, Potassium sorbate, Commiphora myrrha resin extract, Citric acid, Linalool, Benzyl benzoate, Geraniol, Farnesol, Eugenol, Benzyl salicylate

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Absolution La Creme Riche Cream
AbsolutionLa Creme Riche Cream

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