Works for
MoisturizingCeramide np, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil + 8 moreWorks well
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, saccharide isomerate.
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: ceramide np, cetearyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilCoco-caprylate~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylatePentylene glycol~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPolyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateLauryl glucoside~1.9–2.4%
Glycerin~1.6–2%
- 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~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateSclerotium gum~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumCeramide np~0.95–1.15%
- 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 npMelissa officinalis leaf extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateStearyl alcohol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholLevulinic acid~0.45–0.65%
Tocopherol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolCetearyl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 alcoholLevulinic acid~0.35–0.6%
Cetearyl alcohol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 alcoholSodium anisate~0.3–0.55%
Sodium levulinate~0.3–0.5%
Citric acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.25–0.5%
- 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 citrateGlucose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseGlycerin~0.3–0.5%
- 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 GlycerinSaccharide isomerate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateSclerotium gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumCeramide np~0.25–0.5%
- 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 npMelissa officinalis leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateStearyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholLevulinic acid~0.15–0.3%
Tocopherol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolCetearyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 alcoholLevulinic acid~0.1–0.2%
Cetearyl alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 alcoholSodium anisate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium levulinate~0.1–0.15%
Citric acid~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.01–0.05%
- 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 citrateIngredient list view
Water, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Coco-caprylate, Pentylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Lauryl glucoside, Glycerin, Saccharide isomerate, Sclerotium gum, Ceramide np, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Stearyl alcohol, Levulinic acid, Tocopherol, Cetearyl alcohol, Levulinic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium anisate, Sodium levulinate, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Unknown, Glucose, Glycerin, Saccharide isomerate, Sclerotium gum, Ceramide np, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Stearyl alcohol, Levulinic acid, Tocopherol, Cetearyl alcohol, Levulinic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium anisate, Sodium levulinate, Citric acid, Sodium citrate
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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.
| AlverdeCeramide serumYOUR PRODUCT | Ella BachéRetinol Night Treatment Serum | The Purest SolutionsYouth Radiant Renewal Retinol Serum | DRMTLGYNeedle-less Growth Factor Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Price | — | $109.55 | $6.63 | $30.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Oligopeptide-3 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Alverde - Ceramide serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (ceramide np 0.25% - 0.50% and ceramide np 0.95% - 1.15%). 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.
- Humectants (saccharide isomerate 0.25% - 0.45%, glycerin 0.30% - 0.50%, saccharide isomerate 1.30% - 1.60% and glycerin 1.60% - 2.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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