Works for
MoisturizingCeramide ng, Glycerin + 7 moreWorks well
“With a blend of specially-selected plants, the formula helps to lock in a layer of hydration while minimising the appearance of enlarged pores.”
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, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate.
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: cholesterol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ng
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Alcohol, Perilla ocymoides leaf extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Alcohol~8.1–9.9%
- 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 AlcoholGlycerin~4–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinAscorbyl dipalmitate~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide ng~2.4–3%
- 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 ngGentiana lutea root extract~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help strengthen the skin barrier function and improve skin moisture levels
More about Gentiana lutea root extractGlycosyl trehalose~1.7–2.1%
Humus extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Perilla ocymoides leaf extract~1.1–1.4%
- 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 extractRosa canina fruit oil~1–1.2%
- 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~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractTocopherol~0.55–0.85%
- 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 TocopherolButylene glycol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 glycolCholesterol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolCitric acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDipropylene glycol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolDisodium edta~0.35–0.6%
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.35–0.6%
- 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 starch hydrolysate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysatePeg-400~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilPotassium hydroxide~0.25–0.4%
Sodium citrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citratePhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeCitronellol~0.1–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.15%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol, Glycerin, Ascorbyl dipalmitate, Ceramide ng, Gentiana lutea root extract, Glycosyl trehalose, Humus extract, Perilla ocymoides leaf extract, Rosa canina fruit oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Tocopherol, Butylene glycol, Cholesterol, Citric acid, Dipropylene glycol, Disodium edta, Hydrogenated lecithin, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Peg-400, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
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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 Toning LotionYOUR PRODUCT | ARZTINA-Cera Barrier Ampoule Toner | SkinRx LabMadeCera Cream Double Essence Firming Toner | SAKURA STAdvanced Repair Essence | |
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| Match | — | 57% | 56% | 54% |
| Price | — | $6.96 | $29.00 | $123.98 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Madecassoside | Ceramide Ap |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gelpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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