Works for
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butter, Thioctic acid + 2 moreMay help
“The surface layer of skin feels softened and soothed, with the anti-aging powerhouse ingredient Spin Trap providing antioxidant protection to combat free radical damage that leads to cell degeneration and sun damage.”
This product contains thioctic acid. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 14 moreWorks
“Emulsion Intense Hydrator is a silky smooth, luxurious face moisturizing cream that helps hydrate and replenish dry skin for total moisture restoration and a healthy-looking glow.”
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:
fructooligosaccharides, 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: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Thioctic acid, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 12 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (thioctic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 strong irritants: Citrus reticulata peel oil, Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil + 10 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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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.7–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter~4.1–5%
- 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 butterCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.1–3.8%
- 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 triglycerideCholesteryl oleyl carbonate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coco-caprylate/caprate~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateCholesteryl stearate~1.6–2%
Cholesteryl nonanoate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetearyl alcohol~1.3–1.5%
- 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 alcoholDiaminopropionoyl tripeptide-33~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylyl glycol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLonicera caprifolium flower extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera caprifolium flower extractGlyceryl stearate~0.6–0.9%
- 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 stearateCetearyl glucoside~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideDicaprylyl ether~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherPolyglyceryl-4 caprate~0.5–0.75%
Xanthan gum~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGluconolactone~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractCitrus reticulata peel oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil used for fragrance. Can be an allergen and irritant
More about Citrus reticulata peel oilMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractZea mays silk extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Amino esters-1~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eclipta prostrata extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractCocos nucifera fruit juice~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fructooligosaccharides~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesOryza sativa bran oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilThioctic acid~0.25–0.5%
Populus tremuloides bark extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.5%
Phenyl t-butylnitrone~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Citrus grandis peel oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.25–0.45%
Copper gluconate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractAloe barbadensis flower extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Aloe barbadensis flower extractPyruvic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calcium gluconate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateCurcuma longa root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractOcimum basilicum leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a frangrance. Can be irritating. Might have some anti-bacterial properties
More about Ocimum basilicum leaf extractLawsonia inermis leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pearl powder~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of 95% calcium carbonate that does not have any effect on the skin. The remaining 5% can include compounds that can help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function
More about Pearl powderSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilLawsonia inermis extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Corallina officinalis extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractBht~0.2–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium benzoate~0.2–0.35%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Limonene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitral~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Eugenol~0.15–0.25%
Linalool~0.1–0.15%
Farnesol~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cholesteryl oleyl carbonate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Cholesteryl stearate, Cholesteryl nonanoate, Cetearyl alcohol, Diaminopropionoyl tripeptide-33, Caprylyl glycol, Lonicera caprifolium flower extract, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl glucoside, Dicaprylyl ether, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Xanthan gum, Gluconolactone, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Citrus reticulata peel oil, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Zea mays silk extract, Amino esters-1, Eclipta prostrata extract, Cocos nucifera fruit juice, Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil, Fructooligosaccharides, Oryza sativa bran oil, Thioctic acid, Populus tremuloides bark extract, Sodium hydroxide, Phenyl t-butylnitrone, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Copper gluconate, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Pyruvic acid, Calcium gluconate, Curcuma longa root extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Ocimum basilicum leaf extract, Lawsonia inermis leaf extract, Pearl powder, Unknown, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Lawsonia inermis extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Limonene, Citral, Geraniol, Eugenol, Linalool, Farnesol
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| CosMedixEmulsion Intense HydratorYOUR PRODUCT | CoolaSunless Tan Anti-Aging Daily Moisturizer | megababeSoothing & Hydrating Repair Care 24-Hour Sensitive Skin Lotion | THE ROUTEThe Everything Night - Skin Rhythm Multi-Tasker | |
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| Match | — | 57% | 57% | 56% |
| Price | $90.00 | $48.00−$42.00 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol | Ceramide Np | N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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