Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“With daily use, skin will look and feel smoother, softer and firmer for a more youthful-looking, radiant complexion.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
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.
Moisturizing16 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Humidify Deep Moisture Cream”
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, trehalose.
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.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ng, niacinamide
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Helichrysum stoechas extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~5–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinOlea europaea fruit oil~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilCaprylic/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 triglyceridePropanediol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolButyrospermum parkii butter~2–2.4%
- 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 butterNiacinamide~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideHelichrysum stoechas extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Contains an essential oil that can irritate the skin
More about Helichrysum stoechas extractCanola oil~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.95–1.15%
- 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 copolymerSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.75–1.1%
- 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 oilCetearyl alcohol~0.65–1%
- 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 alcoholColloidal oatmeal~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to restore skin barrier function, soften the upper layer of the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Colloidal oatmealSilica~0.7–1.1%
Allantoin~0.35–0.65%
- 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 AllantoinTocopheryl acetate~0.45–0.65%
- 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 acetateTrehalose~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseKappaphycus alvarezii extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties
More about Kappaphycus alvarezii extractCaesalpinia spinosa fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tamarindus indica seed gum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Tamarindus indica seed gumCeramide ng~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide ngHydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinLysolecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin derivative. It helps oil and water mix together and can enhance penetration of other ingredients. It helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LysolecithinPentylene glycol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolXanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGlyceryl polyacrylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to create a nice product texture and spread the product more easily on the skin
More about Glyceryl polyacrylateBenzyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPotassium sorbate~0.2–0.4%
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus reticulata extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus reticulata peel oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil used for fragrance. Can be an allergen and irritant
More about Citrus reticulata peel oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.05–0.15%
Aniba rosaeodora wood oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cymbopogon martini oil~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Olea europaea fruit oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propanediol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Niacinamide, Helichrysum stoechas extract, Canola oil, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Colloidal oatmeal, Silica, Allantoin, Tocopheryl acetate, Trehalose, Kappaphycus alvarezii extract, Caesalpinia spinosa fruit extract, Tamarindus indica seed gum, Ceramide ng, Hydrogenated lecithin, Lysolecithin, Pentylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Glyceryl polyacrylate, Benzyl alcohol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus reticulata extract, Citrus reticulata peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Aniba rosaeodora wood oil, Cymbopogon martini oil
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| CosMedixHumidify Deep Moisture CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Shani Darden Skin CareHydration Peptide Cream | SUNGBOON EDITORAlaska Salmon PDRN Ultra Moisturizing Barrier Cream | Rephrintense hydration cream 1.0 | |
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| Match | — | 87% | 86% | 83% |
| Price | $90.00 | $60.00−$30.00 | $28.00−$62.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 7 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Adenosine | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "CosMedix - Humidify Deep Moisture Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. CosMedix - Humidify Deep Moisture Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (glycerin and trehalose) 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). Ceramide ng, butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride, canola oil and cetearyl 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
- We love that this moisturizer contains a good concentration of niacinamide 1.60% - 2.00%. Niacinamide is a perfect active in a moistruizer because it helps calm down inflamation in skin and support the skin barrier. More than that, it is helpful for most common skin concerns: it helps regulat oil production, help reduce acne and clogged pores, improve skin tone and prevent pigmentation marks. It also helps fight photodamage.
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide ng 0.30% - 0.55%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Irritation 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "CosMedix" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 90.00$ in the United States and for 69.30£ 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 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Helichrysum italicum: from traditional use to scientific datancbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Canola Oilsciencedirect.com
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