Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Glycerin + 18 moreWorks well
“This wonderfully complete moisturizing cream helps prevent loss of moisture, cocooning skin against everyday stress.”
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, saccharide isomerate.
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: squalane, borago officinalis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol + 2 moreNot delivered
“A unique and rich assortment of essential oils, botanicals, seaweed, and vitamins nourishes and soothes skin promoting a more youthful looking complexion.”
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.
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid ~0.15–0.3%, below the ~4% it needsUnder-dosed
“Its enveloping texture delivers a veil of hydration and protection against everyday stresses; a blend of fatty acid-rich Borage Oil, Hazelnut Oil and moisture-locking Saccharide Isomerate promote softer, even toned skin, whilst Pro Vitamin B5 and Microalga ensure skin is soothed*, drenched in moisture, re-energised and luminous.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower water, Farnesol + 7 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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Rosa damascena flower water~28–34%
- 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 waterWater~12–15%
Glycerin~5.4–6.6%
- 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 GlycerinCetearyl ethylhexanoate~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Cetearyl ethylhexanoateGlyceryl stearate~2.9–3.5%
- 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 stearateCoco-caprylate/caprate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateCetyl alcohol~1.7–2.1%
- 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 alcoholHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerPeg-8~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Peg-40 stearate~1.1–1.3%
Potassium cetyl phosphate~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateSqualane~0.7–1.05%
- 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 SqualaneSaccharide isomerate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateC12-20 acid peg-8 ester~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about C12-20 acid peg-8 esterIsopropyl myristate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateButyrospermum parkii butter~0.6–0.85%
- 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 butterEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.75%
Carbomer~0.5–0.7%
- 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 CarbomerBorago officinalis seed oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilCorylus avellana seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Macadamia integrifolia seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Macadamia integrifolia seed oilCaprylyl glycol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPolysorbate 60~0.4–0.6%
Farnesol~0.3–0.55%
Panthenol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopheryl acetate~0.35–0.65%
- 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 acetateChondrus crispus powder~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A powder from red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus powderSodium hydroxide~0.35–0.6%
Fagus sylvatica bud extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ribes nigrum leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Ribes nigrum leaf extractSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAlcohol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholRosa damascena flower oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilSorbitan isostearate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateAcacia dealbata flower wax~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium amara flower wax~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Dunaliella salina extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A green micro-algae extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid evidence is lacking. It helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Dunaliella salina extractJasminum grandiflorum flower wax~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium polyacrylate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateCitric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBenzyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSodium citrate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateLavandula angustifolia oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilTocopherol~0.3–0.55%
- 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 TocopherolLeontopodium alpinum extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ascorbyl palmitate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateSodium benzoate~0.25–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzoic acid~0.15–0.3%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Ascorbic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidCitronellol~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.05–0.15%
Linalool~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Rosa damascena flower water, Water, Glycerin, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Glyceryl stearate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Cetyl alcohol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Peg-8, Peg-40 stearate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Squalane, Saccharide isomerate, C12-20 acid peg-8 ester, Isopropyl myristate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Borago officinalis seed oil, Corylus avellana seed oil, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Caprylyl glycol, Polysorbate 60, Farnesol, Panthenol, Tocopheryl acetate, Chondrus crispus powder, Sodium hydroxide, Fagus sylvatica bud extract, Ribes nigrum leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Alcohol, Rosa damascena flower oil, Sorbitan isostearate, Acacia dealbata flower wax, Citrus aurantium amara flower wax, Dunaliella salina extract, Jasminum grandiflorum flower wax, Sodium polyacrylate, Citric acid, Benzyl alcohol, Sodium citrate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Tocopherol, Leontopodium alpinum extract, Ascorbyl palmitate, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic acid, Potassium sorbate, Ascorbic acid, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
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| ChantecailleFlower Harmonizing CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. Barbara SturmGlow Cream Crème Hydratante Éclat | Summer FridaysRich Cushion Cream Ultra Plumping Moisturizer | Josie MaranWhipped Argan Oil Face Butter | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 62% | 62% |
| Price | $128.00 | $165.00+$37.00 | $47.77−$80.23 | $18.00−$110.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Sunflower Seed Oil | Betaine | Anhydroxylitol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Chantecaille - Flower Harmonizing 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. Panthenol, glycerin, saccharide isomerate, 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). Borago officinalis seed oil, isopropyl myristate, helianthus annuus seed oil, squalane and cetyl alcohol 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
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this moisturizer it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.15% - 0.30%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Chantecaille" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 102.00$ up to 159.00$ in the United States, from 102.00£ up to 747.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 148.20CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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