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“Vitamin C Cream for Nutrition”
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:
arginine, 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: arginine, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, panthenol
“Formulated with Vitamin C-derivatives (ascorbyl glucoside, ascorbic acid, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate) and 4% niacinamide, this face cream brightens complexion and promotes skin resilience.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: zinc pca
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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 GlycerinHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideUsed 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
More about Butylene glycolA 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 triglycerideHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateA gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Olea europaea leaf extractA compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaThe 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 acidHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractUsed as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilA plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Coptis japonica root extractA plant-infused water. The concentration of compounds with potential skin benefits is unlikely to be effective
More about Hippophae rhamnoides waterWater, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Niacinamide, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Panthenol, Phenyl trimethicone, Squalane, Arginine, Carbomer, Glyceryl caprylate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polyisobutene, Allantoin, Ascorbyl glucoside, Disodium edta, Olea europaea leaf extract, Zinc pca, Ascorbic acid, Sorbitan isostearate, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Sorbitan oleate, Cynanchum atratum extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Centella asiatica extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Coptis japonica root extract, Hippophae rhamnoides water
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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.
| BellflowerVitamin C Cream for NutritionYOUR PRODUCT | TOSOWOONGDexpanthenol Cream | Rephrlight hydration cream 2.0 | esfolioSuper-Rich Coconut Perfecting Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 95% | 95% | 94% |
| Price | $5.05 | $19.10+$14.05 | — | $9.99+$4.94 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 10 | 7 of 10 | 8 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Ceramide Np | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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"Bellflower - Vitamin C Cream for Nutrition" has a good moisturizing formula. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Panthenol, arginine, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate and zinc pca in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (arginine, caprylic/capric triglyceride, phenyl trimethicone, squalane and glyceryl caprylate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 5.05$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 28 studies and safety reviews.
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