Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingCeramide ng, Paraffinum liquidum + 14 moreStrong evidence
“Ideal for skin that is lack-lustre, dry or prone to dullness, the intensive moisturiser deeply hydrates for long-lasting softness.”
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, royal jelly extract.
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, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ng, paraffinum liquidum
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Alcohol, Perilla ocymoides leaf extract + 9 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~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.7–7%
- 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 glycolSqualane~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An 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.
More about SqualaneParaffinum 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~2.3–2.8%
- 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 GlycerinAlcohol~1.8–2.2%
- 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 AlcoholTriethylhexanoin~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinAscorbyl dipalmitate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide ng~1–1.3%
- 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 ngHumus extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limnanthes alba seed oil~0.6–0.9%
- 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 oilPerilla ocymoides leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains a number of volatile compounds and could be irritating
More about Perilla ocymoides leaf extractPersea gratissima oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilRosa canina fruit oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractRoyal jelly extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A compound secreted by bees. Might be able to attract water to the top layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to honey and bee products
More about Royal jelly extractTocopherol~0.4–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolZingiber officinale root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.6%
- 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~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolDimethicone~0.3–0.55%
- 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 DimethiconeDipropylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlyceryl stearate~0.3–0.55%
- 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 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 lecithinOleyl oleate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phytosteryl oleate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 80~0.25–0.5%
Silica~0.3–0.6%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateStearic acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidStearoyl glutamic acid~0.3–0.6%
Triceteareth-4 phosphate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Triceteareth-4 phosphateXanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeButylphenyl methylpropional~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalCitronellol~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.1–0.25%
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 LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.25%
Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 77891~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Squalane, Paraffinum liquidum, Glycerin, Alcohol, Triethylhexanoin, Ascorbyl dipalmitate, Ceramide ng, Humus extract, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Perilla ocymoides leaf extract, Persea gratissima oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Royal jelly extract, Tocopherol, Zingiber officinale root extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Cetearyl alcohol, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Dipropylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Oleyl oleate, Phytosteryl oleate, Polysorbate 80, Silica, Sodium hydroxide, Sorbitan isostearate, Stearic acid, Stearoyl glutamic acid, Triceteareth-4 phosphate, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891
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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.
| DecortéPhytotune Refining SoftenerYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Moisturising Gel Cream | AnnayakeUltratime Anti-Wrinkle Re-densifying Cream | Nivea JapanSkin Milk Moist | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | $55.98 | $6.87−$49.11 | $149.50+$93.52 | $11.43−$44.55 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 12 | 4 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ap | Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | High | Low | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Decorté - Phytotune Refining Softener" has a good moisturizing formula. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Glycerin, royal jelly extract and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Ceramide ng, paraffinum liquidum, cholesterol, limnanthes alba seed oil and persea gratissima oil in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide ng 1.00% - 1.30%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 85.00A$ in Australia, for 57.50$ in the United States and for 42.00£ in the United Kingdom.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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