Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing7 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Treat your skin to the nourishing and anti-aging properties of Cellex-C Seline-E Enhancer , a rich moisturizing cream that delivers optimal hydration to normal, dry or combination skin.Formulated with a high percentage of Vitamin E and bioflavonoids, the moisturizer has been specially developed to help prevent lipid peroxidation (a process that contributes to major signs of aging); it deeply nourishes while protecting against external aggressors to leave skin feeling soft, smooth and safeguarded.”
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, aloe barbadensis 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: dimethicone, cetearyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: paraffinum liquidum
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“Treat your skin to the nourishing and anti-aging properties of Cellex-C Seline-E Enhancer , a rich moisturizing cream that delivers optimal hydration to normal, dry or combination skin.Formulated with a high percentage of Vitamin E and bioflavonoids, the moisturizer has been specially developed to help prevent lipid peroxidation (a process that contributes to major signs of aging); it deeply nourishes while protecting against external aggressors to leave skin feeling soft, smooth and safeguarded.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cetearyl alcohol~5.3–8%
- 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 alcoholCeteareth-20~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Paraffinum liquidum~2.9–4.4%
- 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 liquidumTocopheryl acetate~1.9–2.9%
- 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 acetateGlycerin~1.7–2.6%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol dipelargonate~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Propylene glycol dipelargonateCetyl alcohol~1.2–1.8%
- 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 alcoholC10-30 cholesterol/lanosterol esters~0.9–1.35%
Bioflavonoids~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolAloe barbadensis extract~0.35–0.85%
- 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 extractCarbomer~0.3–0.75%
- 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 CarbomerDimethicone~0.35–0.75%
- 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 DimethiconePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Disodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Propylparaben~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTriethanolamine~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineCi 19140~0.05–0.25%
Ci 14700~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Paraffinum liquidum, Tocopheryl acetate, Glycerin, Propylene glycol dipelargonate, Cetyl alcohol, C10-30 cholesterol/lanosterol esters, Bioflavonoids, Propylene glycol, Aloe barbadensis extract, Unknown, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Disodium edta, Propylparaben, Parfum, Triethanolamine, Ci 19140, Ci 14700
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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.
| Cellex-CSeline-E CreamYOUR PRODUCT | No7Essential Moisture Day Cream | QVCream For Dry Skin Conditions | BootsOats Moisturising Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 71% | 69% | 69% |
| Price | $81.00 | $13.15−$67.85 | $3.50−$77.50 | $3.31−$77.69 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Petrolatum | Petrolatum | Avena Sativa Kernel Flour |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Cellex-C - Seline-E Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Glycerin, aloe barbadensis extract and propylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (paraffinum liquidum, dimethicone, cetearyl alcohol and cetyl alcohol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 81.00$ in the United States and for 99.45A$ in Australia.
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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.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2
- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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