Aveeno Active Naturals Creamy Moisturizing Oil
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingAvena sativa kernel oil, Glycerin + 5 moreGood evidence
“Active Naturals Creamy Moisturizing Oil”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinCocoglycerides~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
More about CocoglyceridesCetyl alcohol~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAvena sativa kernel oil~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel oilCarbomer~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerEthylhexylglycerin~1–1.5%
Potassium cetyl phosphate~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateHydrogenated palm glycerides~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glyceridesAvena sativa kernel flour~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of colloidal oatmeal. Can contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Is effective in supporting skin barrier
More about Avena sativa kernel flourDisodium edta~0.15–0.6%
Parfum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumP-anisic acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.15%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cocoglycerides, Cetyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Avena sativa kernel oil, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Hydrogenated palm glycerides, Avena sativa kernel flour, Disodium edta, Parfum, P-anisic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Sodium anisateecha.europa.eu
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