Name: BABOR - Skinovage Mimical Control Cream
Brand: BABOR

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Product summary

Based on the ingredients included, "BABOR - Skinovage Mimical Control Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, panthenol, erythritol, glycerin and isomalt in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (persea gratissima oil, sesamum indicum seed oil, dimethicone, squalane and brassica campestris sterols) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.

Ingredient callouts

This product also contains vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this moisturizer it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.05% - 0.05%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.10% - 0.25%). There are many different kind of peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of amino-acids. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective peptides in skincare are, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.

Irritation risk

There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. 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.

What can the product work for?

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

The Mimical Control peptide relieves microtensions in the skin, visibly smooths expression lines and demonstrably reduces the depth of lines.

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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.

acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.1% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

ascorbic acid 0.05% - 0.05%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

The 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

lactic acid 0.05% - 0.1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Alternatively, you can use it as a day cream in combination with Intense Revitalizing Cream or Complex C Cream as a nighttime moisturiser.

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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: erythritol, 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: dimethicone, squalane.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, panthenol

acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.1% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

dimethicone 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

erythritol 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Key Actives

panthenol 0.35% - 0.65%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Reduces redness, Reduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

dimethicone 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

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

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Potential irritants

parfum 0.25% - 0.5%

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An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

linalool 0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

A fragrance. Can be irritating

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 1.2% - 1.5%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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water 45% - 55%

Irritation risk:

Plain old water

glycerin 4.5% - 5.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

macadamia integrifolia seed oil 4.1% - 5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin

Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Squalane, Ethylhexyl isononanoate, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Hydrogenated vegetable glycerides, Cetearyl alcohol, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Brassica campestris sterols, Tocopheryl acetate, Erythritol, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated palm glycerides, Panthenol, Dimethicone, Isomalt, Parfum, Carbomer, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Alcohol, Caprylyl glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Homarine hcl, Pantolactone, Rhododendron ferrugineum leaf cell culture extract, Lecithin, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Ascorbyl palmitate, Citric acid, Lactic acid, Ascorbic acid

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Key ingredients	panthenol acetyl hexapeptide-8 +9 more	Common: panthenol acetyl hexapeptide-8 +2 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 adenosine +14 more	Common: acetyl hexapeptide-8 panthenol +7 more Other: urea trehalose +3 more	Common: acetyl hexapeptide-8 panthenol +7 more Other: urea trehalose +3 more	Common: acetyl hexapeptide-8 panthenol +4 more Other: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 palmitoyl tripeptide-1 +11 more	Common: acetyl hexapeptide-8 panthenol +5 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 tripeptide-1 +21 more	Common: acetyl hexapeptide-8 panthenol +4 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester +47 more	Common: panthenol acetyl hexapeptide-8 +3 more Other: niacinamide bakuchiol +23 more	Common: panthenol acetyl hexapeptide-8 +2 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 adenosine +14 more	Common: acetyl hexapeptide-8 panthenol +4 more Other: acetyl tetrapeptide-5 niacinamide +19 more	Common: panthenol acetyl hexapeptide-8 +3 more Other: palmitoyl tripeptide-38 melatonin +3 more	Common: acetyl hexapeptide-8 panthenol +3 more Other: glycolic acid retinyl palmitate +8 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH
Potential Irritants	ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +14 more	parfum Has skin benefit? lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract Has skin benefit? +8 more	pullulan Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +7 more	pullulan Has skin benefit? alcohol Has skin benefit? +7 more	tamarindus indica extract Has skin benefit? methyldihydrojasmonate Has skin benefit? +18 more	linalool Has skin benefit? benzyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +22 more	benzyl benzoate Has skin benefit? retinol Has skin benefit? +41 more	rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract Has skin benefit? ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? +29 more	parfum Has skin benefit? lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract Has skin benefit? +8 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? geraniol Has skin benefit? +21 more	lavandula angustifolia oil Has skin benefit? chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? +10 more	limonene Has skin benefit? retinyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +21 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +37 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +48 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? c10-18 triglycerides Has skin benefit? +48 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +83 more	water Has skin benefit? cyclopentasiloxane Has skin benefit? +157 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +76 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +48 more	water Has skin benefit? dimethicone Has skin benefit? +59 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +30 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +56 more

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BABOR Skinovage Mimical Control Cream

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Anti-aging

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Moisturizing

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