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MoisturizingCyclomethicone, Glycerin + 10 moreWorks
“Time to Hydrate Active Moisture Gel Cream”
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:
cyclomethicone, 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: dimethiconol, cyclomethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Farnesol + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Isodecyl neopentanoate~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
More about Isodecyl neopentanoateCyclomethicone~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinSaccharide isomerate~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateCetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.6%
- 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 alcoholHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerTrehalose~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1–1.5%
- 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 juiceMaris aqua~0.85–1.25%
Sea water~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterBisabolol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololAllantoin~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinCaprylyl methicone~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconePhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCetearyl glucoside~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideSorbitan isostearate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePolyacrylate-13~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Cyclopentasiloxane~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPeg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymer~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymerDimethiconol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Polyisobutene~0.15–0.55%
Citric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citratePotassium sorbate~0.1–0.4%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.35%
Parfum~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumFarnesol~0.05–0.25%
Benzyl salicylate~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.15%
Polysorbate 20~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Cyclomethicone, Glycerin, Saccharide isomerate, Cetearyl alcohol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Trehalose, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Maris aqua, Unknown, Sea water, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Caprylyl methicone, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl glucoside, Sorbitan isostearate, Polyacrylate-13, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylyl glycol, Peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Chlorphenesin, Polyisobutene, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Parfum, Farnesol, Benzyl salicylate, Limonene, Hexyl cinnamal, Polysorbate 20
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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.
| AhavaTime to Hydrate Active Moisture Gel CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Erno LaszloHydra-Therapy Gel Cream | MuradMoisturisers Nutrient-Charged Water Gel | SimpleRest and Reset 72h Hydrating Face Moisturiser Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 40% | 39% |
| Price | $54.00 | $101.59+$47.59 | $57.98+$3.98 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter | Niacinamide | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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