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Evens skin toneCamellia sinensis leaf extractNot delivered
“Micro Thermal sensation to effectively fight cellulith, improve skin tone and prolong the effects of active ingredients.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Sh-polypeptide-22, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5 + 16 moreWorks well
“With Vela Remodeling Complex which contains Remoduline and Adipogurine to boost metabolism inside dermis and its draining action for developing ideal body shaping.”
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:
algae extract, biosaccharide gum-1.
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, algae extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, sh-oligopeptide-1, sh-oligopeptide-2, sh-polypeptide-1, sh-polypeptide-22
Anti-agingSide benefit · Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Sh-oligopeptide-1 + 9 moreMay help
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, sh-oligopeptide-1, sh-oligopeptide-2, sh-polypeptide-1, sh-polypeptide-22. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium amara fruit extract, Menthol + 8 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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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.8–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinEthoxydiglycol~3.8–4.7%
Pentylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.4–2.9%
- 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 triglycerideCaffeine~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineCitrus aurantium amara fruit extract~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Algae extract~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractPanax ginseng root extract~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractCarnitine~1.5–1.8%
Sodium deoxycholate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.55–0.85%
- 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 lecithinAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally 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 juiceMenthol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Isopropyl myristate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristatePolyacrylamide~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideC13-14 isoparaffin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinLaureth-7~0.35–0.6%
Triethanolamine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineCarbomer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerLysolecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin derivative. It helps oil and water mix together and can enhance penetration of other ingredients. It helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LysolecithinAspartame~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine soja germ extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium salicylate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
The salt of salicylic acid. Helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can also work to preserve cosmetic products
More about Sodium salicylateSilica~0.3–0.55%
Coleus forskohlii root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vanillyl butyl ether~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arctium lappa root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract. Has some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Arctium lappa root extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPalmitoyl tripeptide-5~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-5Acetyl hexapeptide-8~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Copper tripeptide-1~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1Biosaccharide gum-1~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Sh-oligopeptide-1~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-oligopeptide-1Sh-polypeptide-1~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-polypeptide-1Sh-polypeptide-22~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-polypeptide-22Sh-oligopeptide-2~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-oligopeptide-2Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCedrus atlantica bark oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilCitrus grandis peel oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilRose flower oil~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Flower oil that is used as a fragrance
More about Rose flower oilMichelia alba flower oil~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Michelia alba flower oilIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Ethoxydiglycol, Pentylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caffeine, Citrus aurantium amara fruit extract, Algae extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Carnitine, Sodium deoxycholate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Menthol, Isopropyl myristate, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Lysolecithin, Aspartame, Glycine soja germ extract, Sodium salicylate, Silica, Coleus forskohlii root extract, Vanillyl butyl ether, Arctium lappa root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Parfum, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Copper tripeptide-1, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sh-oligopeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-22, Sh-oligopeptide-2, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Rose flower oil, Michelia alba flower oil
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| ANACISVela Shape Activ CreamYOUR PRODUCT | AHCTen Revolution Real Eye Cream For Face | EighthDayThe Ultra-Rich Intensive Moisturizer | SupereggSoft Strength Rich Resilience Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 47% | 46% |
| Price | $24.00 | $13.02−$10.98 | $290.00+$266.00 | $110.00+$86.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 15 | 8 of 15 | 7 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Dipeptide-2 | Sh-Polypeptide-9 | Sh-Decapeptide-7 |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"ANACIS - Vela Shape Activ Cream" has a good moisturizing formula. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, algae extract, biosaccharide gum-1 and glycerin 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). Algae extract, isopropyl myristate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, c13-14 isoparaffin and pentylene glycol in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (sh-oligopeptide-2 0.20% - 0.35%, sh-polypeptide-22 0.20% - 0.35%, sh-polypeptide-1 0.20% - 0.35%, sh-oligopeptide-1 0.20% - 0.35%, copper tripeptide-1 0.20% - 0.35%, acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.20% - 0.35% and palmitoyl tripeptide-5 0.20% - 0.35%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
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.
Price
The product retails for 25.50$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 5Three clinical studies showing the anti-aging benefits of sodium salicylate in human skinpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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