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“Time to Hydrate Moisturizing Mask-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:
alanine, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, cetearyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: urea
This product contains antioxidants (creatine) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
This product contains creatine. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.


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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 GlycerinHelps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolUsed to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineCan support skin's ability to neutralize free radicals and produce collagen, though further research is needed to confirm effectiveness
More about CreatineOne 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 GlycerinHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineMight be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartateNaturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaA 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 butterHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTraditionally 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 juiceTraditionally 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 extractHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolUsed to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salDissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan tristearateA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAn 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 acidHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomeratePure 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 TocopherolA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneA fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalWater, Glycerin, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl alcohol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glyceryl stearate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Propanediol, Zea mays starch, Unknown, Glycol, Cetyl alcohol, Alanine, Creatine, Glycerin, Glycine, Magnesium aspartate, Saccharide hydrolysate, Urea, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium hyaluronate, Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Propylene glycol, Maris sal, Unknown, Sea water, Peg-40 stearate, Xanthan gum, Sorbitan tristearate, Tocopheryl acetate, Silt, Sea silt, Parfum, Lactic acid, Saccharide isomerate, Tocopherol, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Benzyl salicylate, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal
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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.
| AhavaTime to Hydrate Moisturizing Mask-CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Mecca CosmeticaHydrating Moisturiser | endota spaBlue Light Defence Hydro Cream | MineraliumNight Recharge Cream For All Skin Types | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 64% | 64% | 63% |
| Price | $33.05 | $66.10+$33.05 | $134.85+$101.80 | $41.25+$8.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 9 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Dimethicone | Panthenol | Agran Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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"Ahava - Time to Hydrate Moisturizing Mask-Cream" is effective for: Moisturizing
This moisturizer could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
The product retails for 25.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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