Algenist Huile anti-âge réparatrice intensive
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing8 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Retain and balance natural moisture levels, increase water-retention capacity, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by supporting skin's natural lipid barrier.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, chlorella protothecoides oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 3
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
“Improves the appearance of firmness for visibly smooth and toned skin.”
This product contains retinyl palmitate. 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.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate support
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: retinyl palmitate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Retinyl palmitate, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 2 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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Chlorella protothecoides oil~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is unlikely to have additional benefits for the skin
More about Chlorella protothecoides oilCetearyl ethylhexanoate~7.3–10.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Cetearyl ethylhexanoateIsopropyl isostearate~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Isopropyl isostearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 triglycerideCeramide 3~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 3Alaria esculenta extract~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a humectant helping to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be effective as an anti-oxidant.
More about Alaria esculenta extractRetinyl palmitate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateTocopherol~0.85–1.3%
- 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 TocopherolRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilCymbopogon martini oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilGeraniol~0.1–0.4%
Ingredient list view
Chlorella protothecoides oil, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Isopropyl isostearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ceramide 3, Alaria esculenta extract, Retinyl palmitate, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Geraniol
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| AlgenistHuile anti-âge réparatrice intensiveYOUR PRODUCT | COSRXHoney Ceramide Full Moisture Cream | EucerinAtoControl Face Care Cream | CeraVeSkin Renewing Gel Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 51% | 50% |
| Price | $110.00 | $26.00−$84.00 | $13.88−$96.12 | $13.49−$96.51 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Phytosphingosine | Ceramide 1 |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Algenist - Huile anti-âge réparatrice intensive" has a good moisturizing formula. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Algenist - Huile anti-âge réparatrice intensive ticks this box. Alaria esculenta extract in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide 3, caprylic/capric triglyceride, chlorella protothecoides oil, helianthus annuus seed oil and cetearyl ethylhexanoate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- this moisturizer includes a form of retinoids (vitamin A) - retinyl palmitate 1.30% - 1.90%, but this type of vitamin A is not very effective. It could in theory help with fine lines and wrinkles, but the effect is most likely minimal.
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide 3 2.90% - 4.30%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 4Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gelpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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