BOUQUET GARNI Hand Cream - 5 Types
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingParaffinum liquidum, Petrolatum + 13 moreStrong evidence
“Not only does this hand cream come in whimsical packaging, but it also contains shea butter, Damask rose water and natural flower extracts to provide skin and nail cuticles with long-lasting moisture.”
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:
betaine, 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: butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · GlutathioneStrong evidence
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glutathione
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Glutathione, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract + 3 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (glutathione) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Butyrospermum parkii butterModerate evidence
This product contains glutathione. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 strong irritants: Parfum, Rosa damascena flower water + 11 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.6–6.8%
- 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 glycolCetearyl alcohol~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholPetrolatum~3.5–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumParaffinum liquidum~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumCetyl alcohol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholIsopropyl palmitate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateDimethicone~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeButyrospermum parkii butter~1.5–1.9%
- 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 butterParfum~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPolysorbate 60~1–1.3%
Rosa damascena flower water~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterEpilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain antioxidants
More about Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractGlycerin~0.7–1.05%
- 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 GlycerinSodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Rose extract~0.6–0.9%
Prunus mume flower extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nelumbium speciosum flower extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lilium tigrinum extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lilium candidum flower extract~0.55–0.8%
Jasminum officinale flower extract~0.5–0.8%
Gardenia florida flower extract~0.5–0.75%
Citrus aurantium amara flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance for its citrus smell. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractBellis perennis flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Bellis perennis flower extractGlyceryl stearate~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSorbitan stearate~0.55–0.8%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.8%
Carbomer~0.5–0.8%
- 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 CarbomerTromethamine~0.5–0.75%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.45–0.65%
- 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 acetateBetaine~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineAllantoin~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinGlutathione~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlutathioneCitric acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Disodium edta~0.5–0.75%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl benzoate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateCitral~0.45–0.65%
Citronellol~0.45–0.65%
Limonene~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.35–0.6%
Linalool~0.25–0.5%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Petrolatum, Paraffinum liquidum, Cetyl alcohol, Isopropyl palmitate, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Parfum, Polysorbate 60, Rosa damascena flower water, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Glycerin, Sodium metabisulfite, Rose extract, Prunus mume flower extract, Nelumbium speciosum flower extract, Lilium tigrinum extract, Lilium candidum flower extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Gardenia florida flower extract, Citrus aurantium amara flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Bellis perennis flower extract, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Sorbitan stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Tocopheryl acetate, Betaine, Allantoin, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Glutathione, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl benzoate, Citral, Citronellol, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool
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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.
| BOUQUET GARNIHand Cream - 5 TypesYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaNorwegian Formula Hand and Nail Cream | KoseCoenRich Q10 Brightening Tone Up Hand Cream | HUMANANOHand & Nail Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 63% | 62% | 62% |
| Price | — | $3.12 | $8.56 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Hydrolyzed Collagen | Oligopeptide-5 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "BOUQUET GARNI - Hand Cream - 5 Types" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Betaine, glycerin and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum, butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone and cetearyl alcohol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 7.30$ 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
- 3
- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 5
- 6
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