Works for
MoisturizingSh-oligopeptide-1, Sh-oligopeptide-2 + 13 moreWorks well
“Formulated with Vela Deep Thermo Complex for a sensation that encourages better body circulation and 9 essentials oils to moisturize while firming different parts of the body.”
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:
biosaccharide gum-1, cyclomethicone.
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: cyclomethicone, cyclopentasiloxane.
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-agingSh-oligopeptide-1, Sh-oligopeptide-2 + 6 moreWorks well
“This body sculpting gel helps to smooth and firm skin to improve appearance of cellulites and aging to enhance a more feminine silhouette.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, sh-oligopeptide-1, sh-oligopeptide-2, sh-polypeptide-1, sh-polypeptide-22.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium amara fruit extract, Parfum + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.5–5.5%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolCyclomethicone~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeCyclopentasiloxane~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerCaprylyl glycol~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCaffeine~1.4–1.8%
- 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 Caffeine1,2-hexanediol~0.75–1.15%
C7-8 isoparaffin~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Laureth-3~0.7–1.1%
Peg-10 methyl ether dimethicone~0.6–0.9%
Citrus aurantium amara fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Triethanolamine~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineCarbomer~0.45–0.7%
- 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 CarbomerVanillyl butyl ether~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Biosaccharide gum-1~0.45–0.65%
- 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-1~0.35–0.65%
- 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-1~0.3–0.6%
- 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-22~0.3–0.55%
- 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-2~0.3–0.55%
- 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-2Parfum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAdenosine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineHydrogenated lecithin~0.3–0.55%
- 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 lecithinCarnitine~0.9–1.1%
Sodium deoxycholate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.25–0.4%
- 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~0.25–0.45%
- 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~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.2–0.4%
- 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~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilCitrus grandis peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- 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~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilRose flower oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Flower oil that is used as a fragrance
More about Rose flower oilMichelia alba flower oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Michelia alba flower oilPalmitoyl tripeptide-5~0.15–0.25%
- 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-8~0.1–0.2%
- 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-1~0.1–0.15%
- 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-1Rh-oligopeptide-1~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Cyclomethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Caprylyl glycol, Caffeine, 1,2-hexanediol, C7-8 isoparaffin, Laureth-3, Peg-10 methyl ether dimethicone, Citrus aurantium amara fruit extract, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Vanillyl butyl ether, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sh-oligopeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-22, Sh-oligopeptide-2, Parfum, Adenosine, Hydrogenated lecithin, Carnitine, Sodium deoxycholate, 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, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Copper tripeptide-1, Rh-oligopeptide-1
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 14 | 8 of 14 | 10 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester | Sh-Decapeptide-7 | Dipeptide-2 |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | High |
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Product summary
"ANACIS - Vela Shape Resculpting Gel" has a good moisturizing formula. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. ANACIS - Vela Shape Resculpting Gel ticks this box. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, biosaccharide gum-1, cyclomethicone, glycerin and butylene glycol 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 (cyclomethicone, methicone, cyclopentasiloxane and caprylyl glycol) 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 also contains Peptides (copper tripeptide-1 0.10% - 0.15%, acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.10% - 0.20%, palmitoyl tripeptide-5 0.15% - 0.25%, sh-oligopeptide-2 0.25% - 0.50%, sh-polypeptide-22 0.30% - 0.50%, sh-polypeptide-1 0.30% - 0.55% and sh-oligopeptide-1 0.30% - 0.55%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Adenosine 0.25% - 0.50%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
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 24.80$ 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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