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AMPLEUR Luxury White Lotion AO II

Name: AMPLEUR - Luxury White Lotion AO II
Brand: AMPLEUR

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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Moisturizing

15 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“Brand from Japan AMPLEUR. With rich concentrated beauty ingredients such as new stabilized hydroquinone and triple ceramides, this lotion can penetrate deep into the skin and keep it firm and moisturized.”

Source: Yesstyle

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: arginine, 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: arginine, cholesterol.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 1, ceramide 2, ceramide 3

LysineKey activeEffect: HighAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles~0.45–0.7%

MannitolKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~1.1–1.4%

CholesterolKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that is naturally found in skin~0.4–0.65%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~1.9–2.4%

Glycine soja sterolsKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin~0.35–0.6%

Hydrolyzed collagenKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: HighA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~0.6–0.85%

Sodium pcaKey active· HumectantEffect: HighNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer~0.6–0.9%

Ceramide 3Hero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.35–0.6%

ArginineKey active· Humectant, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin~1.4–1.7%

Ceramide 1Hero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.35–0.6%

Ceramide 2Hero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.3–0.6%

Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~2.3–2.8%

Phytol· EmollientEffect: LowMight be helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to have other skin benefits but any evidence is lacking. Can be irritating~0.3–0.6%

Dextrin· HumectantEffect: LowA sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~2.9–3.6%

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · 5 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

This product contains antioxidants (ferulic acid, resveratrol, thioctic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

Ferulic acidKey activeEffect: HighA potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%~0.3–0.55%

ResveratrolKey activeEffect: HighHelps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as even out the skin tone~0.3–0.55%

Thioctic acidKey activeEffect: High~0.25–0.5%

Aristotelia chilensis fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be used as a fragrance~0.3–0.5%

3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidUnder-dosedEffect: MediumA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products~0.3–0.5%

Evens skin tone

Not advertised by the brand · 4 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: hydroquinone.

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: ferulic acid, resveratrol.

Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.

HydroquinoneHeroEffect: HighA potent anti-pigmentation active. It can have serious side-effects though and ideally is used under supervision of a doctor. It should not be used over a long period of time (over a year).~0.5–0.75%

Ferulic acidKey activeEffect: MediumA potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%~0.3–0.55%

ResveratrolEffect: LowHelps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as even out the skin tone~0.3–0.55%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · 5 ingredients credited for this claim

Moderate support

This product contains ferulic acid, lysine, resveratrol. These ingredients 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.

LysineKey activeEffect: MediumAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles~0.45–0.7%

ResveratrolKey activeEffect: MediumHelps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as even out the skin tone~0.3–0.55%

Thioctic acidEffect: Low~0.25–0.5%

3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidEffect: Low, below effective doseA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products~0.3–0.5%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

3 strong irritants: Hydroquinone, Alcohol + 1 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 13 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

HydroquinoneA potent anti-pigmentation active. It can have serious side-effects though and ideally is used under supervision of a doctor. It should not be used over a long period of time (over a year).High~0.5–0.75%est.

PhytolMight be helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to have other skin benefits but any evidence is lacking. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.6%est.

3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in productsHigh~0.3–0.5%est.

Aristotelia chilensis fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be used as a fragranceHigh~0.3–0.5%est.

AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.05–0.1%est.

Polysorbate 60Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~3.4–4.2%est.

Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~2.3–2.8%est.

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~1.6–2%est.

Sodium lauroyl lactylateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.7–1.05%est.

ResveratrolHelps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as even out the skin toneMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Sodium citrateHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve productsMedium~0.15–0.3%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Raffinose~3.8–4.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Polysorbate 60~3.4–4.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Butylene glycol~2.9–3.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Pentylene glycol~2.3–2.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Glycerin~1.9–2.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.6–2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Arginine~1.4–1.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin

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Mannitol~1.1–1.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium gluconate~0.9–1.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps stabilize product formulations

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Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.7–1.05%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Sodium pca~0.6–0.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer

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Hydrolyzed collagen~0.6–0.85%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Hydroquinone~0.5–0.75%

Hero · Evens skin toneIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Evens skin tone

A potent anti-pigmentation active. It can have serious side-effects though and ideally is used under supervision of a doctor. It should not be used over a long period of time (over a year).

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Dilauroyl glutamate

Not recognized

Lysine~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

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Roe extract~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Glucosylrutin~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Placental extract~0.45–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Aloe vera leaf extract~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Glycyrrhizic acid~0.3–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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2k, chlorella extract

Not recognized

Cholesterol~0.4–0.65%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingCleansing

An emollient that is naturally found in skin

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.35–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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.

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Ceramide 1~0.35–0.6%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

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Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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

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Ceramide 3~0.35–0.6%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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Ceramide 2~0.3–0.6%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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Phytol~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Might be helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to have other skin benefits but any evidence is lacking. Can be irritating

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Ferulic acid~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%

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Waltheria indica leaf extract~0.3–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Xanthan gum~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Glycine soja sterols~0.35–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.3–0.5%

Under-dosedIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationEvens skin toneAnti-aging

A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products

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Aristotelia chilensis fruit extract~0.3–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be used as a fragrance

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Vitis vinifera~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation

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Leaf / seed

Not recognized

Pigskin extract~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Resveratrol~0.3–0.55%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingEvens skin tone

Helps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as even out the skin tone

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Roe extract~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Thioctic acid~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-aging

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Carbomer~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Cyclodextrin~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A type of sugar that is used to support delivery of active ingredients and can enhance their penetration into the skin without disrupting the skin's barrier

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Dextrin~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Cetalkonium chloride~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Citric acid~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Sodium citrate~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

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

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Alcohol~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Antibacterial

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

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Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Methylparaben~0.1–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Ethylparaben~0.1–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Propylparaben~0.1–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Parfum~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Ingredient list view

Water, Raffinose, Polysorbate 60, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Glycerin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Arginine, Mannitol, Sodium gluconate, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Sodium pca, Hydrolyzed collagen, Hydroquinone, Unknown, Lysine, Roe extract, Glucosylrutin, Placental extract, Aloe vera leaf extract, Glycyrrhizic acid, Unknown, Cholesterol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 2, Phytol, Ferulic acid, Waltheria indica leaf extract, Xanthan gum, Glycine soja sterols, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Aristotelia chilensis fruit extract, Vitis vinifera, Unknown, Pigskin extract, Resveratrol, Roe extract, Thioctic acid, Carbomer, Cyclodextrin, Dextrin, Cetalkonium chloride, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum

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Product summary

"AMPLEUR - Luxury White Lotion AO II" has a good moisturizing formula. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Humectants in this product (arginine, glycerin, hydrolyzed collagen, mannitol and sodium pca) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide 1, ceramide 2, ceramide 3, cholesterol and glycine soja sterols) 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 2 0.30% - 0.60%, ceramide 3 0.35% - 0.60% and ceramide 1 0.35% - 0.60%). 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 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.