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“Moisture Surge™ Hydrating Lotion”
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:
glucosamine hcl, 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: squalane, jojoba esters.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl glucosamine, palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, urea
“Powered by high performance ingredients including Glycerin, Trehalose and Sodium PCA to draw moisture into the skin and plump the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, the oil-free milk prepares skin for the acceptance and efficacy of serums and creams with an advanced moisture complex.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains acetyl glucosamine, palmitoyl hexapeptide-12.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: acetyl glucosamine
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: glucosamine hcl.
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.
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A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silaneOne 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 GlycerinUsed 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 glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolMight be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking
More about Pisum sativum extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten
More about Hordeum vulgare extractPlant extract that might have moisturizing properties. Avoid if you suffer from wheat or gluten intolerance
More about Triticum vulgare germ extractAn algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Gelidiella acerosa extractA plant extract that can contain an anti-inflammatory compound
More about Sigesbeckia orientalis extractMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineMight help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hypnea musciformis extractCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseA fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12Can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Preliminary studies show that it can be more effective than coenzyme Q10 but studies on effective concentration for topical applications are lacking
More about ErgothioneineAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamineA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseAn 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 SqualaneUsed to create a nice product texture
More about Glyceryl polymethacrylateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaNaturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaHelps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-32Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMight be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.
More about Glucosamine hclHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHelps to dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-6Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolAn emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolWater, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Pisum sativum extract, Hordeum vulgare extract, Triticum vulgare germ extract, Gelidiella acerosa extract, Sigesbeckia orientalis extract, Caffeine, Hypnea musciformis extract, Sucrose, Lactobacillus ferment, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Ergothioneine, Acetyl glucosamine, Trehalose, Squalane, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Sodium hyaluronate, Jojoba esters, Sodium pca, Urea, Peg-32, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Glucosamine hcl, Caprylyl glycol, Peg-6, Peg-8, Polysorbate 20, Cetyl alcohol, Stearic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Hexylene glycol, Polyquaternium-51, Disodium edta, Potassium sorbate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol
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"Clinique - Moisture Surge™ Hydrating Lotion" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Clinique - Moisture Surge™ Hydrating Lotion ticks this box. Humectants in this product (acetyl glucosamine, urea, glucosamine hcl, glycerin and lactobacillus ferment) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (jojoba esters, squalane, cetyl alcohol, triticum vulgare germ extract and bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
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.
The product retails from 30.00£ up to 34.20£ in the United Kingdom, for 76.16CA$ in Canada, from 47.60A$ up to 56.00A$ in Australia, from 15.90$ up to 25.90$ in the United States, for 290.00HK$ in Hong Kong and for 65.00NZ$ in New Zealand.
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