APRIL SKIN Real Calendula Deep Moisture Essence
Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Betaine + 10 moreWorks
“A hydrating essence infused with skin-calming Calendula Flower and 5 kinds of Hyaluronic Acid to provide deep hydration to sensitive skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, glycerin.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, Calendula officinalis flower + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Calendula officinalis flower extract77%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractButylene glycol~22–33%
- 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 glycolWater~8.2–12.3%
Glycerin~3.4–5.1%
- 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 Glycerin1,2-hexanediol~1.8–2.7%
Methylpropanediol~2–3%
Xylitol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolBetaine~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePentylene glycol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolC12-14 pareth-12~1.2–1.7%
Citric acid~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCalendula officinalis flower0.2%
Polyquaternium-51~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Xanthan gum~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTromethamine~0.2–0.75%
Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilLavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract~0.2–0.75%
Allantoin~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePinus palustris leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ulmus davidiana root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
More about Ulmus davidiana root extractOenothera biennis flower extract~0.15–0.55%
Pueraria lobata root extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateLimonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Calendula officinalis flower extract, Butylene glycol, Water, Glycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Methylpropanediol, Xylitol, Betaine, Pentylene glycol, C12-14 pareth-12, Citric acid, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Calendula officinalis flower, Polyquaternium-51, Xanthan gum, Tromethamine, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract, Allantoin, Sodium hyaluronate, Pinus palustris leaf extract, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Oenothera biennis flower extract, Pueraria lobata root extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Limonene
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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.
| APRIL SKINReal Calendula Deep Moisture EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | ISNTREEUltra-Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Toner | 12 GRABSOctuple Hyaluron Moist Toner | WELLAGEReal Hyaluronic Toner for Instant Moisture Boosting | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 48% | 48% | 47% |
| Price | — | $16.00 | $21.40 | $21.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 8 | 7 of 8 | 6 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol | Niacinamide | Arginine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"APRIL SKIN - Real Calendula Deep Moisture Essence" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium acetylated hyaluronate 0.05% - 0.25%, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.10% - 0.35%, sodium hyaluronate 0.15% - 0.65%, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer 0.40% - 0.90%, betaine 1.50% - 2.30% and glycerin 4.10% - 6.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 31.60$ in the United States.
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