Aveda Pure-Formance™ Men Dual Action Aftershave
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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingAcetyl hexapeptide-8, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 15 moreStrong evidence
“• Soothes and moisturizes freshly shaved skin”
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:
betaine, glucosamine hcl.
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, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Glycine soja protein + 3 moreModerate evidence
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-8. 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 toneNot advertised by the brand · Glucosamine hcl, Glycine soja protein + 2 moreModerate evidence
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glucosamine hcl, glycine soja protein, glycyrrhiza glabra root extract.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Farnesol + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.7–8.1%
- 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 triglycerideGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinEthyl macadamiate~2.9–3.5%
Glyceryl stearate~2.4–2.9%
- 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 stearateDimethicone~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeBetaine~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineSilica~1.7–2.1%
Cetearyl olivate~1.2–1.5%
Sorbitan olivate~0.95–1.15%
Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilGlycine soja protein~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. It might be somewhat helpful for evening out the skin tone. It might be able to support elastin production but solid research is lacking
More about Glycine soja proteinCalophyllum inophyllum seed oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zingiber cassumunar root oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Boswellia serrata extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractSilybum marianum extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might be able to help neutralize free radical, calm down inflammation in skin, and even skin tone
More about Silybum marianum extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHydrolyzed algin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed alginUrsolic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acetyl hexapeptide-8~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Glucosamine hcl~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.
More about Glucosamine hclSodium pca~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaTocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 TocopherolXanthan gum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHydrogenated lecithin~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinCaffeine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineSalicylic acid~0.25–0.45%
- 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 acidCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumFarnesol~0.2–0.35%
Eugenol~0.2–0.35%
Linalool~0.2–0.35%
Citronellol~0.15–0.3%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneBenzyl benzoate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateGeraniol~0.1–0.2%
Sodium gluconate~0.05–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Ethyl macadamiate, Glyceryl stearate, Dimethicone, Betaine, Silica, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Glycine soja protein, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Zingiber cassumunar root oil, Boswellia serrata extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Silybum marianum extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hydrolyzed algin, Ursolic acid, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Glucosamine hcl, Sodium pca, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Hydrogenated lecithin, Caffeine, Salicylic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Parfum, Farnesol, Eugenol, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Benzyl benzoate, Geraniol, Sodium gluconate, Phenoxyethanol
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| Price | $40.00 | — | $244.44+$204.44 | $72.19+$32.19 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 14 | 7 of 14 | 3 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Retinyl Palmitate | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 26 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Extracts from Glycine max (soybean) induce elastin synthesis and inhibit elastase activityonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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