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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingPalmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Paraffinum liquidum + 21 moreStrong evidence
“A newly formulated Absolute Sterol, with biomimetic properties similar to cell membranes and intercellular lipids, immerses skin in moisture and acts as a “smart” hydrator, delivering care to areas in most need.”
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:
alcaligenes polysaccharides, 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: dimethicone, alcaligenes polysaccharides.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, paraffinum liquidum
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Tocotrienols, Achillea millefolium extract + 5 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (tocotrienols) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Adenosine, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 + 4 moreStrong evidence
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, tocotrienols.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Alcohol, Achillea millefolium extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic5 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale5 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolHydrogenated coconut oil~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Paraffinum liquidum~3.2–3.9%
- 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 liquidumGlycerin~2.3–2.9%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolLimnanthes alba seed oil~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilAlcohol~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPhytosteryl macadamiate~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Phytosteryl macadamiateDipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acanthopanax senticosus root extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have antioxidant properties
More about Acanthopanax senticosus root extractAchillea millefolium extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractAdenosine~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineAlcaligenes polysaccharides~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alcaligenes polysaccharidesBetula platyphylla japonica bark extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Betula platyphylla japonica juice~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed collagen~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenJania rubens extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mucuna birdwoodiana stem extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4Polygonum bistorta root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties and is claimed by its manufacturer to be able to decrease lines and wrinkles but evidence is lacking
More about Polygonum bistorta root extractSantalum album wood extract~0.15–0.3%
Soluble proteoglycan~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure 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
More about TocopherolTocotrienols~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms
More about TocotrienolsAlgin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginBehenyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholCarbomer~0.2–0.4%
- 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 CarbomerCetearyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 alcoholCholesterol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolDimethicone~0.3–0.5%
- 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 DimethiconeDisodium succinate~0.25–0.45%
Elaeis guineensis oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Elaeis guineensis oilEthyl oleate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ethyl oleate is a long-chain fatty acid ethyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of oleic acid with the hydroxy group of ethanol. It derives from an oleic acid. In skincare, it is used to soften the upper layer of the skin, improve the product texture and smell
More about Ethyl oleateGlyceryl stearate~0.3–0.5%
- 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 stearateHydrogenated castor oil stearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.45%
- 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 lecithinHydrogenated palm oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm oilLecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinOleyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
Oleyl oleate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa bran oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilPentylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPhytosteryl oleate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 20~0.25–0.5%
Polysorbate 80~0.25–0.45%
Propylene glycol stearate~0.25–0.45%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Sodium lactate~0.25–0.4%
- 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 lactateSodium metaphosphate~0.2–0.4%
Sodium polyacrylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateSorbitan isostearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateSorbitan sesquioleate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateStearoyl glutamic acid~0.25–0.5%
Succinic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Hydrogenated coconut oil, Paraffinum liquidum, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Alcohol, Phytosteryl macadamiate, Dipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate, Acanthopanax senticosus root extract, Achillea millefolium extract, Adenosine, Alcaligenes polysaccharides, Betula platyphylla japonica bark extract, Betula platyphylla japonica juice, Hydrolyzed collagen, Jania rubens extract, Mucuna birdwoodiana stem extract, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Polygonum bistorta root extract, Santalum album wood extract, Soluble proteoglycan, Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Algin, Behenyl alcohol, Carbomer, Cetearyl alcohol, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Disodium succinate, Elaeis guineensis oil, Ethyl oleate, Glyceryl stearate, Hydrogenated castor oil stearate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Hydrogenated palm oil, Lecithin, Oleyl alcohol, Oleyl oleate, Oryza sativa bran oil, Pentylene glycol, Phytosteryl oleate, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 80, Propylene glycol stearate, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium lactate, Sodium metaphosphate, Sodium polyacrylate, Sorbitan isostearate, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Stearoyl glutamic acid, Succinic acid, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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| DecortéAQ Emulsion SRYOUR PRODUCT | KoseDECORTE AQ MELIORITY Repair Emulsion | SkinfoodGold Caviar Cream | Meishoku Brilliant ColorsEmollient Extra Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 63% | 56% | 53% |
| Price | — | $268.90 | — | $17.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 12 of 15 | 6 of 15 | 9 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Squalane | Ceramide Np | Ceramide 1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Decorté - AQ Emulsion SR" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. 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 (alcaligenes polysaccharides, glycerin, hydrolyzed collagen, sodium lactate and butylene glycol) 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). Paraffinum liquidum, alcaligenes polysaccharides, cholesterol, hydrolyzed collagen and limnanthes alba seed oil 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
- This moistruizer also contains peptides (palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 0.20% - 0.40%). Peptides is a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of amino-acids. Our skin produces peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of peptides is, but it is very likely that peptides in skincare are helpful. They might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Adenosine 0.40% - 0.60% in this moisturizer adds an anti-aging benefit. Adenosine is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical adenosine in low concentrations can help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
Irritation risk
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 76.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2
- 3Safety Assessment of Phytosterols as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 4
- 5
- 6Cosmetic or dermatological use of a polygonum bistorta extractpatents.google.com
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