Antipodes

Antipodes Baptise Hyaluronic H₂O Ultra-Hydrating Water Gel

Name: Antipodes - Baptise Hyaluronic H₂O Ultra-Hydrating Water Gel
Brand: Antipodes

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh

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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered

Moisturizing

Sodium hyaluronate, Glycerin + 7 more

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What the product description says

“Freshen, plump, and hydrate without heaviness with this weightless gel moisturiser.”

Source: Antipodes

This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.

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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~1.4–2.1%

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~3.9–5.9%

MelKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it~1.3–1.9%

LysolecithinEffect: LowLecithin derivative. It helps oil and water mix together and can enhance penetration of other ingredients. It helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.7%

Glyceryl caprylate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products~2.4–3.7%

Calcium gluconate· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product~0.15–0.5%

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderEffect: LowTraditionally 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~0.35–0.85%

GluconolactoneUnder-dosedEffect: HighA polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals~0.1–0.5%

LecithinEffect: Low, below effective doseUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.7%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

9 strong irritants: Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Rosa damascena flower extract + 7 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 17 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractA plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicalsHigh~0.5–1.15%est.

Rosa damascena flower extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.75%est.

Pelargonium graveolens oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.7%est.

PullulanCreates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effectHigh~0.2–0.75%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~0.1–0.5%est.

Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.3%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.05–0.25%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.25%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.

EugenolA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.01–0.1%est.

Sodium acrylates copolymerUsed to create a thicker product consistencyMedium~3.6–5.3%est.

Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lackingMedium~1.6–2.3%est.

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderTraditionally 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 skinMedium~0.35–0.85%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~0.15–0.55%est.

GluconolactoneA polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicalsMedium~0.1–0.5%est.

Dehydroacetic acidA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.3%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~3.9–5.9%

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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Sodium acrylates copolymer~3.6–5.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Glyceryl caprylate~2.4–3.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products

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Polysorbate 20~2–2.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~1.6–2.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

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Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking

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Sodium hyaluronate~1.4–2.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Mel~1.3–1.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it

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Phormium tenax extract~1–1.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cyathea medullaris leaf extract~0.8–1.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.5–1.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

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Zingiber officinale rhizome extract~0.45–1.05%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.35–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Rosa damascena flower extract~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Pelargonium graveolens oil~0.3–0.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Maltodextrin~0.3–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Mattifying

Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil

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Sclerotium gum~0.2–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions

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Xanthan gum~0.2–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Pullulan~0.2–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Mattifying

Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect

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Lysolecithin~0.15–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

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

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Lecithin~0.15–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Ci 77019 (mica)

Not recognized

Ci 77891~0.15–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ci 77491~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating

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Sodium citrate~0.15–0.55%

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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Silica~0.2–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

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Gluconolactone~0.1–0.5%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

ExfoliationMoisturizingAnti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-blemishAnti-oxidation

A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals

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Alcohol~0.1–0.5%

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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Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Calcium gluconate~0.15–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product

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Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Dehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Parfum~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Citronellol~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Geraniol~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Linalool~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Eugenol~0.01–0.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Glyceryl caprylate, Polysorbate 20, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Mel, Phormium tenax extract, Cyathea medullaris leaf extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Zingiber officinale rhizome extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Rosa damascena flower extract, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Maltodextrin, Sclerotium gum, Xanthan gum, Pullulan, Lysolecithin, Lecithin, Unknown, Ci 77891, Ci 77491, Sodium citrate, Silica, Gluconolactone, Alcohol, Sodium benzoate, Calcium gluconate, Benzyl alcohol, Dehydroacetic acid, Parfum, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool, Eugenol