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MoisturizingTriticum vulgare germ oil, Glycerin + 12 moreWorks
“Moisturise your hands and cuticles with this premier Reverence Aromatique Hand Balm by Aesop.”
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.
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: cocos nucifera oil, glycine soja oil.
Evens skin toneLactic acid ~0.2–0.4%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“Orange Peel Oil : A visibly brightening fruit oil rich in vitamin C”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic14 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale14 flagged
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.3–5.3%
- 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 oil~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilStearic acid~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCetearyl alcohol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCeteareth-20~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Cocos nucifera oil~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilGlyceryl stearate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePhenoxyethanol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTocopherol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolButyrospermum parkii butter~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterTheobroma cacao seed butter~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterPotassium lactate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilVetiveria zizanoides root oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Triticum vulgare germ oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilGlycine soja oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilLactic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidCitrus grandis peel oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilFusanus spicatus wood oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.25–0.4%
Benzoic acid~0.25–0.45%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.25–0.4%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.25–0.4%
- 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 juiceDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractBeta-carotene~0.2–0.4%
Limonene~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.2–0.4%
Farnesol~0.2–0.4%
Citral~0.2–0.4%
Water~0.25–0.45%
Glycerin~0.25–0.5%
- 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 oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilStearic acid~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCetearyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCeteareth-20~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Cocos nucifera oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilGlyceryl stearate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolButyrospermum parkii butter~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterTheobroma cacao seed butter~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterPotassium lactate~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilVetiveria zizanoides root oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Triticum vulgare germ oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilGlycine soja oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilLactic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidCitrus grandis peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilFusanus spicatus wood oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Benzoic acid~0.2–0.4%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.2–0.35%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.15–0.3%
- 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 juiceDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractBeta-carotene~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.2%
Farnesol~0.1–0.2%
Citral~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Stearic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Cocos nucifera oil, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Potassium lactate, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Glycine soja oil, Lactic acid, Citrus grandis peel oil, Fusanus spicatus wood oil, Disodium edta, Benzoic acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Beta-carotene, Limonene, Linalool, Farnesol, Citral, Water, Glycerin, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Stearic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Cocos nucifera oil, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Potassium lactate, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Glycine soja oil, Lactic acid, Citrus grandis peel oil, Fusanus spicatus wood oil, Disodium edta, Benzoic acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Beta-carotene, Limonene, Linalool, Farnesol, Citral
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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.
| AesopReverence Hand BalmYOUR PRODUCT | CCSHeel Balm | WeledaAlmond Hand Cream | KamillHand & Nail Cream - 4 Types | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 51% | 50% |
| Price | $105.00 | $8.86−$96.14 | $9.48−$95.52 | $10.50−$94.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 1 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | — | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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