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“A slightly acidic pH-balanced cream formulated with Houttuynia Cordata Extract and Sodium Hyaluronate to quickly soothe irritated skin, while delivering instant hydration.”
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, betaine.
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: ceramide ap, ceramide as, ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns, panthenol
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
This product contains centella asiatica extract. 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.
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract, centella asiatica extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.


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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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideOne 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 GlycerinAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholA 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 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 glycolHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractA plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product
More about Polygonum cuspidatum root extractMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehalosePlant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smell
More about Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extractCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilHelps 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.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinA 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
More about Ceramide npUsed for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractPure 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 TocopherolA 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
More about Ceramide asA 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
More about Ceramide nsA 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
More about Ceramide apA 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
More about Ceramide eopHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerAn 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 preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumWater, Houttuynia cordata extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Behenyl alcohol, Centella asiatica extract, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Butylene glycol, Allantoin, Panthenol, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Diospyros kaki leaf extract, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Carthamus tinctorius flower extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Betaine, Trehalose, Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Castanea crenata shell extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ceramide np, Vincetoxicum atratum extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Origanum vulgare flower/leaf/stem extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Tocopherol, Ceramide as, Ceramide ns, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Hydroxyacetophenone, Carbomer, Arginine, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium phytate
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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.
| BentonHeartleaf CreamYOUR PRODUCT | COSRXSkin Barrier Moisturizing Cream 450ml | ACWELLLicorice pH Balancing Extreme Moisture Cream 55ml | the Torriden StoreSolid In Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 65% | 65% | 65% |
| Price | $13.50 | $38.27+$24.77 | $39.60+$26.10 | $31.00+$17.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 12 of 16 | 13 of 16 | 11 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Petrolatum | Niacinamide | Polyglycerin-3 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Based on the ingredient list, "Benton - Heartleaf Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Arginine, betaine, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate and trehalose in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns, arginine and caprylic/capric triglyceride in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Benton" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
The product retails for 12.18$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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