Banila Co

Banila Co Dear Hydration Water Barrier Cream

Name: Banila Co - Dear Hydration Water Barrier Cream
Brand: Banila Co

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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Moisturizing

18 ingredients credited for this claim

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What the product description says

“This hydrating cream helps strengthen skin barrier for moisture replenishment.”

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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: fructooligosaccharides, fructose.

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: ceramide np, diisostearyl malate.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, panthenol

FructooligosaccharidesKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.4%

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.1–0.35%

Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency~0.1–0.35%

FructoseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.4%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~4.5–6.7%

Ceramide npHero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin~0.05–0.25%

Corallina officinalis extractKey activeEffect: HighRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants~0.05–0.25%

GlucoseKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function~0.1–0.5%

Chlorella vulgaris extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties~0.15–0.55%

Diisostearyl malateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin~1.1–1.7%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.6%

Dicaprylyl carbonate· EmollientEffect: LowHelps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin~0.35–0.85%

Dicaprylyl ether· EmollientEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients~0.45–1%

Moringa oleifera seed oil· EmollientEffect: LowA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid~0.1–0.4%

Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~1.5–2.2%

Camellia sinensis seed oilUnder-dosedEffect: HighA plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.1–0.5%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideUnder-dosedEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~0.15–0.5%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.01–0.1%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

3 strong irritants: Parfum, Ethyl menthane carboxamide + 1 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 18 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.05–0.3%est.

Eclipta prostrata extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

Ethyl menthane carboxamide—High~0.1–0.35%est.

Melia azadirachta leaf extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

Ocimum sanctum leaf extractA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicalsHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

Curcuma longa root extractA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritantHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.5–1.2%est.

Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~1.5–2.2%est.

Diisostearyl malateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~1.1–1.7%est.

MethylpropanediolHelps dissolve other ingredients in a formulationMedium~0.45–1%est.

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.4–0.9%est.

Chlorella vulgaris extractA plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory propertiesMedium~0.15–0.55%est.

Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistencyMedium~0.1–0.35%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.35%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.15–0.5%est.

Melia azadirachta flower extractA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~0.1–0.35%est.

Moringa oleifera seed oilA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acidMedium~0.1–0.4%est.

Sodium stearoyl glutamateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.05–0.3%est.

Comedogenic

2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

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These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Chlorella vulgaris extractA plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties3/5~0.15–0.55%est.

Corallina officinalis extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants3/5~0.05–0.25%est.

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Opuntia ficus-indica fruit extract~23–34%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Propanediol~4.8–7.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Glycerin~4.5–6.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

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

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Water~3.6–5.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Xylitol~2.6–3.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

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1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Pentylene glycol~1.5–2.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Diisostearyl malate~1.1–1.7%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

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Methyl hydrogenated rosinate~1.2–1.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Methylpropanediol~0.45–1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps dissolve other ingredients in a formulation

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Dicaprylyl ether~0.45–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients

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Dicaprylyl carbonate~0.35–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin

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Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.2–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions

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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.4–0.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Tromethamine~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Butylene glycol~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Chlorella vulgaris extract~0.15–0.55%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

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Glucose~0.1–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function

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Fructooligosaccharides~0.1–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Fructose~0.1–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Panthenol~0.1–0.35%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

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

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Camellia sinensis seed oil~0.1–0.5%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Cetearyl olivate~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.1–0.35%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency

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Xanthan gum~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Parfum~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Methyl diisopropyl propionamide~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Sorbitan olivate~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Eclipta prostrata extract~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating

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Sodium phytate~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize product formulations

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.15–0.5%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Menthyl pca~0.1–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ethyl menthane carboxamide~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

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Yeast ferment extract~0.05–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.1–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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.

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Melia azadirachta flower extract~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin

More about Melia azadirachta flower extract

Ocimum sanctum leaf extract~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals

More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extract

Vincetoxicum atratum extract~0.1–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Curcuma longa root extract~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant

More about Curcuma longa root extract

Corallina officinalis extract~0.05–0.25%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants

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Moringa oleifera seed oil~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid

More about Moringa oleifera seed oil

Ceramide np~0.05–0.25%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritation

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together and preserve the product formulation

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Tocopherol~0.01–0.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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

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Althaea rosea flower extract~0.01–0.05%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Ingredient list view

Opuntia ficus-indica fruit extract, Propanediol, Glycerin, Water, Xylitol, 1,2-hexanediol, Pentylene glycol, Diisostearyl malate, Methyl hydrogenated rosinate, Methylpropanediol, Dicaprylyl ether, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Butylene glycol, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Glucose, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Panthenol, Camellia sinensis seed oil, Cetearyl olivate, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Methyl diisopropyl propionamide, Sorbitan olivate, Eclipta prostrata extract, Sodium phytate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Menthyl pca, Ethyl menthane carboxamide, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Yeast ferment extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Vincetoxicum atratum extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Ceramide np, Candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment, Tocopherol, Althaea rosea flower extract, Sodium stearoyl glutamate

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Product summary

"Banila Co - Dear Hydration Water Barrier Cream" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

Ceramides (ceramide np 0.05% - 0.25%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Humectants (glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer 0.10% - 0.35%, fructose 0.10% - 0.40%, fructooligosaccharides 0.10% - 0.40% and glycerin 4.50% - 6.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.