Hydraskin Hydrating Botanical Escape
Efficacy 100/100·High irritancy
Efficacy measures how well the formula delivers the claims the brand advertises · 1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Judging from the ingredient list, "Darphin - Hydraskin Hydrating Botanical Escape" works well for improving skin hydration This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients.
Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Darphin - Hydraskin Hydrating Botanical Escape" works well for improving skin hydration 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. Panthenol, urea, glycerin, hyaluronic acid and imperata cylindrica root extract in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (jojoba alcohol, jojoba esters, oenothera biennis oil, rosa rubiginosa seed oil and sesamum indicum seed oil) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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 33.49$ in the United States.
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Product claims breakdown
Moisturizing21 ingredients contribute at the levels belowStrong evidence
21 ingredients contribute at the levels below
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, hyaluronic acid.
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: dimethicone, dimethiconol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol, urea
UREARole: HeroNaturally 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~0.3–0.55%
PANTHENOLRole: Key activeHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.3–0.6%
DIMETHICONERole: Key activeA 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~4.2–5.1%
DIMETHICONOLRole: Key activeA silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time~0.35–0.65%
GLYCERINRole: Key activeOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.35–0.6%
HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OILRole: Key activeA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.4–0.6%
HYALURONIC ACIDRole: Key activeOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation~0.3–0.55%
IMPERATA CYLINDRICA ROOT EXTRACTRole: Key activeA plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer~0.3–0.5%
JOJOBA ESTERSRole: Key activeAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function~0.4–0.65%
OENOTHERA BIENNIS OILRole: Key activeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function~0.4–0.65%
ROSA RUBIGINOSA SEED OILRole: Key activePlant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture loss~0.4–0.65%
SESAMUM INDICUM SEED OILRole: Key activeA good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function~0.4–0.6%
SODIUM HYALURONATERole: Key activeOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%
SODIUM PCARole: Key activeNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer~0.3–0.55%
SQUALANERole: Key activeAn 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.~1.1–1.3%
TOCOPHEROLRole: Under-dosedPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.35–0.65%
CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDERole: Under-dosedA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~0.45–0.65%
ZEA MAYS OILRole: Key activeA good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function~0.3–0.55%
Irritancy70 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
70 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommended
We flagged 70 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Actinidia chinensis fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lackingHigh~0.55–0.85%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Butylphenyl methylpropionalA fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Benzyl benzoateFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Butylphenyl methylpropionalA fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Rosa damascena extractOil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.High~0.3–0.6%est.
Rosa rubiginosa seed oilPlant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture lossHigh~0.4–0.65%est.
Rosa damascena flower waxIs likely to contain rose essential oil that can be irritating. Typically used for its fragrance and to create a thicker product consistencyHigh~0.35–0.6%est.
Rosa centifolia flower waxIs likely to contain an essential oil that can be irritating. Typically used for its fragrance and to create a thicker product consistencyHigh~0.3–0.6%est.
Rosa damascena extractOil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.High~0.25–0.45%est.
Benzyl benzoateFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.
Imperata cylindrica root extractA plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layerLow~0.7–1.05%est.
Tridecyl stearateUsed to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skinLow~0.65–0.95%est.
Cucumis sativus fruit extractMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effectLow~0.55–0.8%est.
Tridecyl trimellitateUsed to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skinLow~0.5–0.75%est.
Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Low~0.5–0.75%est.
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherLow~0.45–0.65%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinLow~0.4–0.6%est.
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerA gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finishLow~0.3–0.55%est.
Imperata cylindrica root extractA plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layerLow~0.3–0.5%est.
Punica granatum extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effectiveLow~0.3–0.55%est.
Macadamia ternifolia seed oilPlant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredientsLow~0.4–0.65%est.
Jojoba estersAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier functionLow~0.4–0.65%est.
Oenothera biennis oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier functionLow~0.4–0.65%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinLow~0.45–0.65%est.
Comedogenic3 ingredients can clog pores in acne-prone skinHigh risk
3 ingredients can clog pores in acne-prone skin
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating ≥ 2. In leave-on products at higher concentrations they can clog pores for acne-prone skin types.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Zea mays oilA good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier functionHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Hydrogenated vegetable oilAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skinMed~0.3–0.6%est.
Hydrogenated vegetable oilAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skinMed~0.35–0.65%est.
~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels
Ingredients
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Cream~25–30%
Unknown~0%
Water~12–15%
Glycerin~5.2–6.3%
Dimethicone~4.2–5.1%
Polysorbate 60~2.7–3.3%
Cetyl palmitate~2.1–2.6%
Propanediol~1.7–2.1%
Hydrogenated polydecene~1.4–1.7%
Sorbitan stearate~1.2–1.5%
Squalane~1.1–1.3%
Imperata cylindrica root extract~0.7–1.05%
Tridecyl stearate~0.65–0.95%
Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
Actinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.55–0.85%
Salicornia herbacea extract~0.5–0.7%
Lavandula stoechas extract~0.5–0.7%
Tridecyl trimellitate~0.5–0.75%
Butylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.5–0.75%
Dipentaerythrityl hexacaprylate/hexacaprate~0.4–0.6%
Panthenol~0.3–0.6%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.45–0.65%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.4–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%
Dimethiconol~0.35–0.65%
Hydrogenated vegetable oil~0.3–0.6%
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.3–0.55%
Isohexadecane~0.45–0.65%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.6%
Sodium hydroxide~0.3–0.55%
Carbomer~0.3–0.55%
Tetrasodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Parfum~0.25–0.5%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.25–0.5%
Limonene~0.25–0.5%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.25–0.5%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.25–0.5%
Linalool~0.25–0.5%
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde~0.25–0.5%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.25–0.5%
Citronellol~0.25–0.5%
Benzyl benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Citral~0.25–0.5%
Geraniol~0.25–0.5%
Ci 19140~0.3–0.55%
Ci 42090~0.3–0.55%
Water~0.3–0.55%
Propanediol~0.3–0.55%
Glycerin~0.35–0.6%
Butylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
Methyl gluceth-20~0.3–0.55%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.3–0.6%
Imperata cylindrica root extract~0.3–0.5%
Punica granatum extract~0.3–0.55%
Malachite extract~0.45–0.65%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
Tocopherol~0.45–0.65%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%
Hyaluronic acid~0.3–0.55%
Trehalose~0.3–0.55%
Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.6%
Sodium pca~0.3–0.55%
Sodium polyacrylate~0.4–0.65%
1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.55%
Polyquaternium-51~0.45–0.65%
Urea~0.3–0.55%
Carbomer~0.3–0.55%
Sodium carbomer~0.45–0.65%
Parfum~0.25–0.5%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.25–0.5%
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde~0.25–0.5%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.25–0.5%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.25–0.5%
Limonene~0.25–0.5%
Linalool~0.25–0.5%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.25–0.5%
Tetrasodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Ci 42090~0.35–0.6%
Rosa damascena extract~0.3–0.6%
Aroma~0.35–0.6%
Sesamum indicum seed oil~0.4–0.6%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.4–0.6%
Macadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.4–0.65%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed~0.3–0.6%
Jojoba alcohol~0.4–0.6%
Isopropyl jojobate~0.4–0.6%
Jojoba esters~0.4–0.65%
Oenothera biennis extract~0.45–0.7%
Oenothera biennis oil~0.4–0.65%
Rosa rubiginosa seed oil~0.4–0.65%
Rosa damascena flower wax~0.35–0.6%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.45–0.65%
Rosa centifolia flower wax~0.3–0.6%
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.3–0.6%
Pogostemon cablin leaf oil~0.35–0.65%
Pogostemon cablin oil~0.3–0.55%
Ferula galbaniflua gum~0.3–0.55%
Cymbopogon nardus oil~0.3–0.6%
Dipteryx odorata seed extract~0.35–0.6%
Vaccinium myrtillus seed oil~0.3–0.6%
Zea mays oil~0.3–0.55%
Hydrogenated vegetable oil~0.35–0.65%
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.25–0.5%
Argon~0.35–0.65%
Geranium maculatum extract~0.25–0.5%
Rosa damascena extract~0.25–0.45%
Salicornia herbacea extract~0.3–0.6%
Tocopherol~0.35–0.65%
Lavandula stoechas extract~0.3–0.55%
Hibiscus abelmoschus extract~0.3–0.55%
Coumarin~0.25–0.45%
Geraniol~0.2–0.4%
Citral~0.15–0.3%
Citronellol~0.15–0.25%
Benzyl benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Linalool~0.15–0.25%
Farnesol~0.1–0.2%
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