Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingCeramide np, Sodium lactate + 17 moreStrong evidence
“With natural lecithin and hyaluronic acid increases your skin's moisture and reduces the depth of wrinkles.”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butter, Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline + 3 moreLimited evidence
“With natural lecithin and hyaluronic acid increases your skin's moisture and reduces the depth of wrinkles.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.These ingredients - butyrospermum parkii butter, dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Alcohol, Parfum + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycine soja oil~5.8–7%
- 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 oilAlcohol~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholGlycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter~2.4–2.9%
- 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 butterCetearyl alcohol~1.9–2.4%
- 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 alcoholGlyceryl stearate citrate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateCetyl alcohol~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholOlus oil~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olus oilSodium lactate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateParfum~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilPlukenetia volubilis seed oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that works as a good moisturizer by softening the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin and reducing blemishes due to the large content of linoleic acid
More about Plukenetia volubilis seed oilMalva sylvestris flower extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance
More about Malva sylvestris flower extractTocopheryl acetate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 acetateXanthan gum~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPotassium cetyl phosphate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateSilica~0.4–0.65%
Hydrogenated palm glycerides~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glyceridesHydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateDipalmitoyl hydroxyproline~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is claimed to stimulate collagen and elastin production, as well as work as an anti-oxidant. There is however not enough evidence for its effectiveness
More about Dipalmitoyl hydroxyprolineMel~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelCeramide np~0.25–0.45%
- 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 npBrassica campestris sterols~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris sterolsTocopherol~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 TocopherolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- 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 oilAscorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateLimonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Benzyl salicylate~0.1–0.25%
Citronellol~0.1–0.2%
Citral~0.1–0.15%
Farnesol~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycine soja oil, Alcohol, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Cetyl alcohol, Olus oil, Sodium lactate, Parfum, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, Malva sylvestris flower extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Xanthan gum, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Silica, Hydrogenated palm glycerides, Hydrogenated lecithin, Sodium hyaluronate, Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, Mel, Unknown, Ceramide np, Brassica campestris sterols, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ascorbyl palmitate, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Benzyl salicylate, Citronellol, Citral, Farnesol
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| AlverdeVital+ Night CreamYOUR PRODUCT | LaveraRegenerating Night Cream | UltraceuticalsUltra Rich Moisturiser Cream | APLBIntensive Repair Horse Oil Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 70% | 62% | 61% |
| Price | $7.69 | $33.31+$25.62 | $118.00+$110.31 | $24.00+$16.31 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract | Ceramide 3 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Alverde - Vital+ Night Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, sodium lactate and mel 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 np, glycine soja oil, butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil and plukenetia volubilis seed oil) 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
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 0.25% - 0.45%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive 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.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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