Works for
MoisturizingCeramide np, Ceramide as + 15 moreWorks well
“DESCRIPTION Celimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream helps protect skin from sun exposure.”
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:
sodium hyaluronate, caprylyl 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: cholesterol, isododecane.
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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Zinc oxide~12–14%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideCyclohexasiloxane~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneButyloctyl salicylate~3.8–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own
More about Butyloctyl salicylatePropanediol~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPropylheptyl caprylate~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylheptyl caprylatePolyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isododecane~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneDicaprylyl carbonate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateCaprylyl methicone~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeDisteardimonium hectorite~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteMagnesium sulfate~0.75–1.15%
Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about Triethoxycaprylylsilane1,2-hexanediol~0.6–0.9%
Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerVinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that create a smooth product finish and can create an optical soft-focus effect on the skin. Helps to thicken the product consistency
More about Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymerLauryl polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl caprylate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCaprylyl glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.65%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHeptasodium hexacarboxymethyl dipeptide-12~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.4–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolCeramide np~0.4–0.6%
- 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 npDipropylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolHydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps 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 lecithinGlyceryl stearate~0.25–0.5%
- 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 stearateCeramide ap~0.15–0.3%
- 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 apCeramide as~0.15–0.25%
- 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 asCholesterol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolCeramide ns~0.15–0.25%
- 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 nsCeramide eop~0.1–0.2%
- 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 eopIngredient list view
Water, Zinc oxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butyloctyl salicylate, Propanediol, Propylheptyl caprylate, Polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Isododecane, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Caprylyl methicone, Disteardimonium hectorite, Magnesium sulfate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Lauryl polyglyceryl-3 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Glyceryl caprylate, Caprylyl glycol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Heptasodium hexacarboxymethyl dipeptide-12, Tocopherol, Ceramide np, Dipropylene glycol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Glyceryl stearate, Ceramide ap, Ceramide as, Cholesterol, Ceramide ns, Ceramide eop
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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.
| celimaxDual Barrier Watery Sun CreamYOUR PRODUCT | silkierHydrating Barrier Cream | Purito SEOULLuminous Ceramide Moisturizer | THE FACE SHOPDr.Belmeur Daily Repair Moisturizer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 56% | 55% |
| Price | — | — | $18.32 | $22.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 11 | 6 of 11 | 7 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ng | Panthenol | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "celimax - Buy Celimax Dual Barrier Watery Sun Cream in Australia - Korean Skincare Online" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Sodium hyaluronate and caprylyl glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns, cholesterol and propylheptyl caprylate in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide eop 0.10% - 0.20%, ceramide ns 0.15% - 0.25%, ceramide as 0.15% - 0.25%, ceramide ap 0.15% - 0.30% and ceramide np 0.40% - 0.60%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Irritation risk
There are actives in this product that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 19.95A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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