Collistar Deep Moisturising Cream 'Icon'
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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingParaffinum liquidum, Urea + 14 moreStrong evidence
“Deep Moisturising Cream 'Icon'”
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:
fructose, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: paraffinum liquidum, urea
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 strong irritants: Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone + 10 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Paraffinum liquidum~5.6–6.8%
- 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 liquidumCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCetearyl alcohol~2.6–3.1%
- 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 alcoholGlycerin~2.5–3%
- 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 GlycerinOctyldodecanol~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolDimethicone~1.8–2.2%
- 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 DimethiconePolysorbate 60~1.5–1.8%
Glyceryl stearate~1.3–1.6%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePolysorbate 61~0.75–1.15%
Xylitol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolParfum~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamatePaeonia lactiflora root extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Paeonia lactiflora root extractPaeonia suffruticosa root extract~0.55–0.8%
Carbomer~0.5–0.75%
- 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 CarbomerSodium hydroxide~0.5–0.7%
Sodium pca~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaXanthan gum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSteareth-2~0.45–0.65%
Allantoin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateFructose~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseUrea~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally 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 UreaGlucose~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseMaltose~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lactate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateTrehalose~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehalosePhenoxyethanol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.6%
Benzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium chloride~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitric 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 acidPentylene glycol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeAmyl cinnamal~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Benzyl salicylate~0.25–0.45%
Cinnamyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citronellol~0.15–0.3%
Coumarin~0.15–0.3%
Eugenol~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalIsoeugenol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Linalool~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Paraffinum liquidum, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone, Polysorbate 60, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Polysorbate 61, Xylitol, Parfum, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Paeonia lactiflora root extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Carbomer, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium pca, Xanthan gum, Steareth-2, Allantoin, Sodium hyaluronate, Fructose, Urea, Glucose, Maltose, Sodium lactate, Trehalose, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Citric acid, Pentylene glycol, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Amyl cinnamal, Benzyl salicylate, Cinnamyl alcohol, Citronellol, Coumarin, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Isoeugenol, Linalool
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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.
| CollistarDeep Moisturising Cream 'Icon'YOUR PRODUCT | NEOSTRATAHydra Filling Cream | PayotHydra 24 Super Moisturising and Comforting Care | Skincare by Dr VCera Pep Moisturiser | |
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| Match | — | 65% | 62% | 62% |
| Price | $46.79 | $52.00+$5.21 | $33.29−$13.50 | $45.00−$1.79 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 12 | 8 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Collistar - Deep Moisturising Cream'Icon'" works well for moisturizing the skin. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Humectants in this product (urea, fructose, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate and sodium lactate) 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 (paraffinum liquidum, caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone, cetearyl alcohol and glyceryl stearate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: allantoinIrritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. 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.
Price
The product retails for 35.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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