Works for
MoisturizingLinoleic acid, Glycerin + 6 moreWorks well
“moisturises and does not dry out 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:
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: glycine soja oil, hydrogenated polyisobutene.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: linoleic acid
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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%
Palmitic acid~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidTriethanolamine~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineOleth-20~4–4.9%
Glycerin~2.9–3.5%
- 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 GlycerinIsopentane~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycereth-26~1.9–2.3%
Hydrogenated polyisobutene~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneStearic acid~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidIsobutane~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Bht~1–1.2%
Bisabolol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololCi 42090~0.75–1.1%
Parfum~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlycine soja oil~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilHydroxycapric acid~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseHydroxypropylcellulose~0.5–0.75%
Linoleic acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidPeg-14m~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~0.45–0.65%
Sodium acetate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium polynaphthalenesulfonate~0.2–0.4%
Tocopherol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolWater~0.15–0.3%
Zinc pyrithione~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in calming down inflammation and restoring skin barrier function. It can be helpful in managing seborrheic dermatitis
More about Zinc pyrithioneNitrogen~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Palmitic acid, Triethanolamine, Oleth-20, Glycerin, Isopentane, Glycereth-26, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Stearic acid, Isobutane, Bht, Bisabolol, Ci 42090, Parfum, Glycine soja oil, Hydroxycapric acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Hydroxypropylcellulose, Linoleic acid, Peg-14m, Silica, Sodium acetate, Sodium polynaphthalenesulfonate, Tocopherol, Water, Zinc pyrithione, Nitrogen
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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.
| AvèneMen Shaving GelYOUR PRODUCT | SpeickActive Shaving Cream | NUXEMen Anti-Irritation Shaving Gel | GilletteMACH3 Extra Comfort Shaving Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | — | $8.30 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 1 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Linolenic Acid | Gluconolactone | — |
| Irritancy | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Nivea Sensitive Cooling Shaving GelL'Oréal Paris Men Expert Sensitive Shave Gel
Product summary
"Avène - Men Shaving Gel" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 2.90% - 3.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 10.50£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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