Boben Ectoin Moisturizing Soothing Sensitivity Repair Cream
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“Ectoin Moisturizing Soothing Sensitivity Repair Cream”
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:
glycerin, butylene glycol.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, panthenol, phytosphingosine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Zingiber officinale root extractMedium 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%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 GlycerinEctoin~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinPanthenol~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPentylene glycol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolButyrospermum parkii butter~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterSorbitan olivate~1.4–2%
Behenyl alcohol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholC10-18 triglycerides~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesDiethylhexyl carbonate~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diethylhexyl carbonatePolydiethylsiloxane~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium cetyl phosphate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateSqualane~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An 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 SqualaneButylene glycol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolPhytosteryl oleate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateHydroxyacetophenone~0.15–0.7%
Bisabolol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololZingiber officinale root extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractCeramide eop~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide eopCeramide np~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide npPortulaca oleracea extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractLeptospermum scoparium leaf extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica flower/leaf/stem extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 flower/leaf/stem extractCeramide ap~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide apCholesterol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolDisodium edta~0.1–0.35%
Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylatePhytosphingosine~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.2%
Xanthan gum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCarbomer~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Ectoin, Panthenol, Pentylene glycol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Sorbitan olivate, Behenyl alcohol, C10-18 triglycerides, Diethylhexyl carbonate, Polydiethylsiloxane, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Squalane, Butylene glycol, Phytosteryl oleate, Tocopheryl acetate, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Unknown, Bisabolol, Zingiber officinale root extract, Ceramide eop, Ceramide np, Portulaca oleracea extract, Leptospermum scoparium leaf extract, Centella asiatica flower/leaf/stem extract, Ceramide ap, Cholesterol, Disodium edta, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Phytosphingosine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| BobenEctoin Moisturizing Soothing Sensitivity Repair CreamYOUR PRODUCT | DermaticaNourishing Ceramide + Peptides | DR. JETSKE ULTEERepair Cream | botikCica Pantenol + Niacinamida cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 65% | 64% | 64% |
| Price | $17.20 | $21.09+$3.89 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 13 | 9 of 13 | 8 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Ceramide Ns | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Boben - Ectoin Moisturizing Soothing Sensitivity Repair Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. 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. Humectants in this product (panthenol, glycerin, butylene glycol and portulaca oleracea extract) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine, cholesterol and butyrospermum parkii butter) 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
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.10% - 0.40%, ceramide ap 0.10% - 0.40%, ceramide np 0.15% - 0.60% and ceramide eop 0.15% - 0.60%). 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.
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 2.60% - 3.90%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
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 medium. 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.
Price
The product retails for 17.20$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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