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SA Smoothing Cream CeraVe

CeraVe - SA Smoothing Cream
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Key promises

Exfoliation, Moisturizing
Effectiveness

Effectiveness

93 /100
Irritancy

Irritancy

MEDIUM

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In stock 2/20/2021
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What's in this jar?

Can work for

  • Exfoliation
  • Moisturizing

Promises, but can't deliver

All promises fulfilled!
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What does the product description say?
"These work to gently exfoliate and hydrate the skin, leaving it softer and smoother."
From: Face the future

WIMJ FORMULA ANALYSIS

It can get the job done. Best in class ingredients detected
Ingredient
Effectiveness
Concentration
Irritancy
salicylic acid
HIGH
does not meet threshold
Irritancy
capryloyl salicylic acid
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
lactic acid
HIGH
does not meet threshold
Irritancy
See a mistake?
promise
What does the product description say?
"SA Smoothing Cream"
From product name

WIMJ FORMULA ANALYSIS

Works for moisturization. Has good ingredients to attract water to the skin and then "seal it in", keeping skin hydrated over time
Ingredient
Effectiveness
Concentration
Irritancy
phytosphingosine
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
cetyl alcohol
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
glyceryl stearate se
HIGH
meets threshold
Irritancy
Ingredient
Irritancy
Skin benefit
behentrimonium methosulfate
Irritancy
Has skin benefit
triacetin
Irritancy
does not have skin benefit
sodium lactate
Irritancy
Has skin benefit
Pos Ingredient Name Description
1 aqua / water Plain old water
2 urea Naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
3 cetyl alcohol A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
4 glyceryl stearate se Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
5 cetearyl, alcohol A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
6 niacinamide Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture
7 butyrospermum parkii butter / shea butter 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
8 c12-13 alkyl lactate
9 peg-100 stearate Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
10 glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
11 behentrimonium methosulfate Helps oil and water mix together
12 dimethicone 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
13 triacetin Used to dissolve other ingredients
14 ceramide np 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
15 ceramide ap 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
16 ceramide eop 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
17 carbomer Helps create a gel-like product texture. Can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
18 sodium lactate Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
19 salicylic acid Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
20 sodium hydroxide Used to adjust the product's pH
21 sodium lauroyl lactylate Helps water and oil mix together
22 sodium hyaluronate One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
23 cholesterol An emollient that is naturally found in skin
24 phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
25 disodium edta Stabilizes the product formulation
26 capryloyl salicylic acid
27 hydroxyacetophenone Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives
28 citric acid Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
29 lactic acid An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiom)
30 phytosphingosine A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
31 xanthan gum Used to create a thicker product consistency
32 ethylhexylglycerin A preservative
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Scientific Sources

  • Niacinamide - mechanisms of action and its topical use in dermatology
  • Gehring, W. (2004). Nicotinic acid/niacinamide and the skin. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 3(2), 88–93. doi:10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00115.x
  • Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
  • Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
  • Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
  • Final report on the safety assessment of triacetin
  • Skin hydration is significantly increased by a cream formulated to mimic the skin’s own natural moisturizing systems
  • Topically Applied Ceramides Interact with the Stratum Corneum Lipid Matrix in Compromised Ex Vivo Skin
  • Topical emulsions containing ceramides: Effects on the skin barrier function and anti‐inflammatory properties
  • Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive review
  • Beta Hydroxy Acids
  • A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparations
  • Glycolic Acid Peels Versus Salicylic–Mandelic Acid Peels in Active Acne Vulgaris and Post‐Acne Scarring and Hyperpigmentation: A Comparative Study
  • Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
  • Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
  • Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acid
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