
“The deeply-hydrating cream lessens the appearance of dry skin, helping to improve the illusion of coarse texture.”
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, pantolactone.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, cera alba.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol


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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 CocoglyceridesA drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholOne 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 GlycerinA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Decyl oleateA 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 oilHelp soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable glyceridesAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilHelps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolTraditionally 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 juiceA 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 DimethiconeHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAn emollient that softens the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glyceridesHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Royal jellyUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinUsed as a fragrance or masking agent
More about Nasturtium officinale flower/leaf extractA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractA plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect. Used as a fragrance
More about Scrophularia nodosa extractCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideA 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 triglycerideAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidWater, Cocoglycerides, Isopropyl alcohol, Cera alba, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Decyl oleate, Glycine soja oil, Hydrogenated vegetable glycerides, Olea europaea fruit oil, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Sorbitol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Dimethicone, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated palm glycerides, Royal jelly, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polyisobutene, Xanthan gum, Glucose, Allantoin, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Fumaria officinalis flower/leaf/stem extract, Nasturtium officinale flower/leaf extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Rumex acetosella extract, Scrophularia nodosa extract, Urtica dioica extract, Potassium sorbate, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid, Alcohol, Sorbitan oleate, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Parfum, Pantolactone, Ascorbyl palmitate, Linalool, Ascorbic acid, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| BABORDoctor Repair Cellular Ultimate Forming Body CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Elizabeth GrantIntensive Hand & Foot Cream | MarudermHyaluronic Acid Moisturizer Face & Body Cream | AquaTéalRepairing and Soothing Body Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 58% | 58% |
| Price | — | $29.00 | $21.99 | $20.79 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Lanolin | Niacinamide | Cocos Nucifera Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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"BABOR - Doctor Repair Cellular Ultimate Forming Body Cream" has a good moisturizing formula. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (panthenol, glycerin, pantolactone, glucose and royal jelly) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Glycine soja oil, beeswax, butyrospermum parkii butter, cera alba and dimethicone in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails from 52.50£ up to 110.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 137.50CA$ in Canada.
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