Works for
MoisturizingBetaine, Pentylene glycol + 2 moreWorks
“This hydrating mist is great for moments when you need a cooling spritz on a hot day.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy14 strong irritants: Menthyl lactate, Lavandula angustifolia flower oil + 12 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~40–60%
Polysorbate 20~4.6–6.9%
Pentylene glycol~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolBetaine~2.6–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineMenthyl lactate~2–3%
Lavandula angustifolia flower oil~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrant plant oil, can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilMentha viridis leaf oil~1.2–1.8%
Litsea cubeba fruit oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilMichelia alba flower oil~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant essential oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Michelia alba flower oilJuniperus virginiana wood oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.4–0.95%
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilStyrax tonkinensis resin extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceAlgin~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.5%
Citric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLimonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.25%
Citral~0.05–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.2%
Benzyl benzoate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitronellol~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Polysorbate 20, Pentylene glycol, Betaine, Menthyl lactate, Lavandula angustifolia flower oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Mentha viridis leaf oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Michelia alba flower oil, Juniperus virginiana wood oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Styrax tonkinensis resin extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Algin, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Geraniol, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl alcohol, Citronellol
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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.
| CowshedSummer Refreshing Face & Body MistYOUR PRODUCT | Happy Skin by EssanoPrep & Balance Nutrient Toner Mist | KajaMist Me Hydrating Face Mist | Cha Ling L'esprit du ThéPreparing Mist Lotion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Price | — | $12.75 | — | $48.45 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Biosaccharide Gum-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Cowshed - Summer Refreshing Face & Body Mist" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (betaine 2.60% - 4.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 15.00$ in the United States and for 15.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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