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1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing19 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Anti-Aging Cream”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: beeswax, butyrospermum parkii butter.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“Anti-Aging Cream”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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~5.4–6.6%
- 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 GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter~4.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A 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 butterPropanediol dicaprylate~3.5–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tapioca starch~2.6–3.1%
Dicaprylyl ether~2.2–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherCandelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 esters~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Help oil and water mix together
More about Candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 estersGlyceryl stearate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCoco-caprylate/caprate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateGlyceryl stearate citrate~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateLauryl laurate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Lauryl lauratePentylene glycol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.6–0.9%
- 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 triglycerideCetearyl alcohol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholSodium stearoyl lactylate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl lactylateCera alba~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaBeeswax~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxParfum~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCannabis sativa seed oil~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Cannabis sativa seed oilXanthan gum~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBehenyl alcohol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholCannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
CBD. Can bind to skin cell receptors and can reduce inflammation, itching, and help support skin barrier function
More about Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabisChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Salicylic acid~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- 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 extractO-cymen-5-ol~0.05–0.1%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Alaria esculenta extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a humectant helping to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be effective as an anti-oxidant.
More about Alaria esculenta extractSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTocopherol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Propanediol dicaprylate, Tapioca starch, Dicaprylyl ether, Candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 esters, Glyceryl stearate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Lauryl laurate, Pentylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Cera alba, Beeswax, Parfum, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Xanthan gum, Behenyl alcohol, Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis, Chlorphenesin, Salicylic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, O-cymen-5-ol, Sodium hydroxide, Alaria esculenta extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopherol
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| ApologieAnti-Aging CreamYOUR PRODUCT | IgniteCBD Foot Care Cream | BeautycounterCountermatch Recovery Sleeping Cream | AvèneCicalfate Cream | |
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| Match | — | 76% | 66% | 64% |
| Price | $27.49 | $33.04+$5.55 | $62.00+$34.51 | $16.80−$10.69 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Cocos Nucifera Oil | Betaine | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Apologie - Anti-Aging Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Apologie - Anti-Aging Cream ticks this box. Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate 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). Cannabis sativa seed oil, beeswax, butyrospermum parkii butter, cera alba and cetearyl alcohol 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 are excited that this moisturizer contains Cannabidiol, or CBD (0.25% - 0.50%). CBD is a new active in cosmetic products, and the studies on its effect in skin are still going on. CBD is one of the compounds in the cannabis plant. It does not have any psychotropic effects. When used topically, CBD can bind to skin cell receptors and "change their behavior". It can help reduce inflammation, itching, and help support skin barrier function. It also might be able to reduce acne.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. 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 20.79£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 5Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) as a Resource for Green Cosmeticstandfonline.com
- 6Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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