Works for
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing12 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“This ultra-hydrating anti-aging lotion works to hydrate dry skin while protecting against environmental damage.”
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:
fructooligosaccharides, glycerin.
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, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
“Olive fruit, squalane and raspberry seed oils improve elasticity and hydration, reducing the appearance of wrinkles.”
This product contains tocotrienols. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Evens skin tone1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate support
“Cassia alta leaf extract boosts tyrosinase activity and reduces free radical damage while Lipobrite®HCA, derived from plants, brightens skin and provides antioxidant protection.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: pancratium maritimum extract.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product contains antioxidants (tocotrienols) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - camellia sinensis extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Alcohol denat. + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Hamamelis virginiana water~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterGlycerin~3.3–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.7–4.1%
- 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 triglycerideAlcohol denat.~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Fructooligosaccharides~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesSodium hyaluronate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSaccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermented sweet black tea. There is no studies on particular benefits of this ingredient in skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, and might have some anti-oxidant effect. It is used in skincare for mostly marketing purposes because of the popularity of kombucha drinks
More about Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea fermentAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1–1.5%
- 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 juiceSorbitan olivate~0.6–1.35%
Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis extractPanthenol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPancratium maritimum extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It might help reduce hyperpigmentation
More about Pancratium maritimum extractMoringa pterygosperma seed extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Moringa pterygosperma seed extractSyringa vulgaris leaf cell culture extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractLonicera caprifolium flower extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera caprifolium flower extractCitrus grandis peel extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic irritating plant extract that can cause photosensitivity in skin
More about Citrus grandis peel extractTotarol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocotrienols~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms
More about TocotrienolsPhytic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidGlyceryl stearate~0.1–0.45%
- 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~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateCitric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAllantoin~0.1–0.3%
- 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 AllantoinSqualane~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualanePotassium sorbate~0.1–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Water, Hamamelis virginiana water, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Alcohol denat., Fructooligosaccharides, Sodium hyaluronate, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Sorbitan olivate, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit, Camellia sinensis extract, Panthenol, Pancratium maritimum extract, Moringa pterygosperma seed extract, Syringa vulgaris leaf cell culture extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Lonicera caprifolium flower extract, Citrus grandis peel extract, Totarol, Tocotrienols, Phytic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Unknown, Citric acid, Allantoin, Squalane, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl alcohol, Unknown
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| ARCONAMagic Dry Ice Ultra Daily HydratorYOUR PRODUCT | preangeVit B5 Emulsion | BANOBAGIMilk Thistle Repair Lotion | Dr.GR.E.D Blemish Clear Soothing Emulsion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 61% | 61% |
| Price | $52.00 | $21.15−$30.85 | $21.42−$30.58 | $47.59−$4.41 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"ARCONA - Magic Dry Ice Ultra Daily Hydrator" could be helpful for: Evens skin tone and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 3.70% - 5.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "ARCONA" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 52.00$ up to 65.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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