Antipodes United Kingdom

Antipodes United Kingdom Culture Probiotic Night Recovery Water Cream

Name: Antipodes United Kingdom - Culture Probiotic Night Recovery Water Cream
Brand: Antipodes United Kingdom

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh

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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered

Moisturizing

Sodium hyaluronate, Glycerin + 9 more

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What the product description says

“Plant-based hyaluronic acid unites with native New Zealand mamaku black fern to replenish hydration and deliver a lifeline to skin that’s out of sorts.”

Source: Antipodes

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, lactobacillus ferment.

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: simmondsia chinensis seed oil, limnanthes alba seed oil.

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.5–1.15%

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%

Lactobacillus fermentKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative~0.8–1.2%

Limnanthes alba seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient~1.3–1.9%

MannitolKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.7%

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.~3.7–5.5%

Calcium gluconate· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product~0.1–0.45%

Lecithin· EmollientEffect: LowUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~1–1.6%

Glyceryl caprylate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products~0.2–0.7%

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~0.3–0.7%

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~0.1–0.45%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

7 strong irritants: Parfum, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract + 5 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 16 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~2.5–3.8%est.

Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractA plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicalsHigh~0.35–0.75%est.

PullulanCreates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effectHigh~0.15–0.65%est.

Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.3%est.

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

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.05–0.25%est.

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

CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.05–0.15%est.

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.Medium~3.7–5.5%est.

Sodium acrylates copolymerUsed to create a thicker product consistencyMedium~1.5–2.3%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~0.3–0.7%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~0.15–0.5%est.

Ci 77742A violet pigmentMedium~0.15–0.5%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~0.1–0.45%est.

Dehydroacetic acidA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.35%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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Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~3.7–5.5%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.

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Parfum~2.5–3.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Cetearyl olivate~2–3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Sodium acrylates copolymer~1.5–2.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Sorbitan olivate~1.4–2.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Limnanthes alba seed oil~1.3–1.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient

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Lecithin~1–1.6%

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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Lactobacillus ferment~0.8–1.2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritation

A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.5–1.15%

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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Cyathea medullaris leaf extract~0.4–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Phormium tenax extract~0.35–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.35–0.75%

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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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.3–0.7%

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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Mannitol~0.3–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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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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Bisabolol~0.15–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-oxidation

An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties

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Xanthan gum~0.2–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Sclerotium gum~0.15–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions

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Pullulan~0.15–0.65%

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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Glyceryl caprylate~0.2–0.7%

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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Sodium citrate~0.15–0.5%

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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Ci77019 (mica)

Not recognized

Ci 77891~0.1–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Tin oxide~0.2–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation

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Ci 77742~0.15–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A violet pigment

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Gluconolactone~0.1–0.45%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

ExfoliationMoisturizingAnti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-oxidationAnti-blemish

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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Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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

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Silica~0.15–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

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Dehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Calcium gluconate~0.1–0.45%

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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Geraniol~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Linalool~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Limonene~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Citronellol~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citral~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Parfum, Cetearyl olivate, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Sorbitan olivate, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Lecithin, Lactobacillus ferment, Sodium hyaluronate, Cyathea medullaris leaf extract, Phormium tenax extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Mannitol, Maltodextrin, Bisabolol, Xanthan gum, Sclerotium gum, Pullulan, Glyceryl caprylate, Sodium citrate, Unknown, Ci 77891, Tin oxide, Ci 77742, Gluconolactone, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl alcohol, Silica, Dehydroacetic acid, Calcium gluconate, Geraniol, Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, Citral