Blu Atlas Refreshing Lightweight Moisturizer
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingAcetyl hexapeptide-8, Algae extract + 8 moreStrong evidence
“Refreshing Lightweight Moisturizer”
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:
algae extract, tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract.
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: algae extract, sclerocarya birrea seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8
Anti-agingAcetyl hexapeptide-8, Algae extract + 2 moreModerate evidence
“Helps smooth fine lines and improve skin texture over time”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
C13-15 alkane~7–10.5%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally 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 juicePentylene glycol~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPhenylpropanol~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
More about PhenylpropanolDicaprylyl carbonate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateSclerocarya birrea seed oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilTetradecane~0.95–1.4%
Algae extract~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractLecithin~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinSodium acrylates copolymer~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerEctoin~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinSodium phytate~0.1–0.5%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolTremella fuciformis sporocarp extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mushroom extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extractAcetyl hexapeptide-8~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Ingredient list view
Water, C13-15 alkane, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Pentylene glycol, Phenylpropanol, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Tetradecane, Algae extract, Lecithin, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Ectoin, Sodium phytate, Tocopherol, Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract, Acetyl hexapeptide-8
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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.
| Blu AtlasRefreshing Lightweight MoisturizerYOUR PRODUCT | Estée LauderMicro Essence Skin Activating Treatment Lotion with Sakura | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% |
| Price | $20.00 | $122.52+$102.52 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Glucosamine |
| Irritancy | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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