
“This luscious body butter blends evening primrose oil with shea and cocoa butters to nourish, smooth, and soften the appearance of dry skin.”
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, isomalt.
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, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
This product contains antioxidants (ubiquinone) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
This product contains ubiquinone. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.


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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 triglycerideA 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 oilOne 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 GlycerinAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAn emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTraditionally 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 juiceA 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 butterUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterCan 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 extractA plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Lycium barbarum fruit extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinPure 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 TocopherolAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilCoenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneA plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about IsomaltUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumWater, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Stearic acid, Stearyl alcohol, Polysorbate 80, Parfum, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Lecithin, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Malus domestica fruit cell culture extract, Vitis vinifera fruit cell extract, Aronia melanocarpa fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Lycium barbarum fruit extract, Panthenol, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Oenothera biennis oil, Ubiquinone, Arnica montana flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Isomalt, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Parfum, Parfum
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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.
| Andalou NaturalsLavender Shea Firming Body ButterYOUR PRODUCT | Josie MaranVanilla Bean - Whipped Argan Oil Refillable Firming Body Butter Jar | CetaphilBody Lotion with Niacinamide and Ceramide Technology, Skin Care, 24 hour Long-lasting Moisturiser, for Dry, Itchy, Sensitive and Eczema-prone Skin, Non-comedogenic | Pacifica BeautyVanilla Crystal Super Hydrating Body Butter | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 57% | 57% |
| Price | $10.63 | $35.08+$24.45 | — | $7.00−$3.63 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 14 | 6 of 14 | 6 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Persea Gratissima Oil | Hydroxypalmitoyl Sphinganine | Prickly Pear Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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"Andalou Naturals - Lavender Shea Firming Body Butter" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Andalou Naturals" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
The product retails for 14.99$ in the United States.
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