Dermalogica pro-collagen banking water cream - gift

Dermalogica pro-collagen banking water cream - gift

Efficacy87/100IrritancyHigh

Works for

Moisturizing
Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Acetyl hexapeptide-37 +ย 26ย more
Works well
What the product description says
โ€œThis intensely hydrating water cream helps plump and preserve these critical proteins, supporting skinโ€™s resilience and barrier strength for visible bounceโ€”now and into the future.โ€
Source: Dermalogica

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called โ€œhumectantsโ€:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they โ€œpull inโ€ the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: betaine, carnosine.

This product also contains ingredients called โ€œocclusivesโ€. 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: chondrus crispus extract, dimethicone.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-37, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, urea

Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4HeroEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.45โ€“0.65%
Acetyl hexapeptide-37HeroEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.4โ€“0.65%
UreaHeroยท HumectantEffect: HighNaturally 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~0.3โ€“0.55%
DimethiconeKey activeยท Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~5.4โ€“6.6%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilKey activeยท Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.~3.3โ€“4%
GlycerinKey activeยท HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~2.4โ€“3%
BetaineKey activeยท HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~1.9โ€“2.3%
TrehaloseKey activeยท HumectantEffect: HighA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin~1.6โ€“2%
SucroseKey activeยท HumectantEffect: HighCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion~1.2โ€“1.5%
Diisopropyl adipateKey activeยท EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.95โ€“1.2%
Collagen amino acidsKey activeEffect: HighHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin, soften it and support the skin barrier function~0.45โ€“0.7%
Peg-10 dimethiconeKey activeยท Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss~0.35โ€“0.6%
CarnosineKey activeยท HumectantEffect: HighA type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage~0.3โ€“0.5%
Chondrus crispus extractKey activeยท OcclusiveEffect: HighRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency~0.3โ€“0.6%
DiglycerinKey activeยท HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3โ€“0.55%
Helianthus annuus seed oilKey activeยท Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.3โ€“0.55%
Hydrolyzed jojoba estersKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.3โ€“0.55%
Saccharide isomerateKey activeยท HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3โ€“0.55%
Sodium hyaluronateKey activeยท HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.3โ€“0.55%
Sodium pcaKey activeยท HumectantEffect: HighNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer~0.3โ€“0.55%
Pentylene glycolยท EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~0.35โ€“0.6%
Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.3โ€“0.55%
Butylene glycolยท HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.3โ€“0.55%
Rosa damascena flower oilEffect: LowUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating~0.3โ€“0.5%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.3โ€“0.55%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizateUnder-dosedA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening~0.35โ€“0.6%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.3โ€“0.55%
AllantoinUnder-dosedHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated~0.25โ€“0.5%
Anti-aging
Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Acetyl hexapeptide-37 +ย 3ย more
May help
What the product description says
โ€œA peptide complex with Collagen Amino Acids, Zinc Glycinate, Carnosine Dipeptide, and ultra-hydrating Jojoba Ester fights oxidative stress to help delay signs of skin aging.โ€
Source: Dermalogica

This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-37, carnosine, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.

Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.45โ€“0.65%
Acetyl hexapeptide-37Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.4โ€“0.65%
CarnosineKey activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage~0.3โ€“0.5%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.3โ€“0.55%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.3โ€“0.55%
Anti-oxidation
Side benefit ยท Carnosine, Haematococcus pluvialis extract +ย 3ย more
Works well

This product contains antioxidants (carnosine) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

The following ingredients - haematococcus pluvialis extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

CarnosineKey activeEffect: HighA type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage~0.3โ€“0.5%
Haematococcus pluvialis extractKey activeEffect: MediumGreen algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin~0.3โ€“0.55%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilEffect: LowA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin~0.3โ€“0.5%
Tocopheryl acetateEffect: Low, below effective doseA 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.~0.3โ€“0.55%
TocopherolUnder-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~0.3โ€“0.55%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
11 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 9 more โ€” patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 24 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilA plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivityHigh~0.25โ€“0.5%est.
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilAn essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.5%est.
Citrus paradisi peel oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25โ€“0.5%est.
Rosa damascena flower oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.5%est.
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skinHigh~0.3โ€“0.5%est.
Gardenia florida fruit extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating.High~0.3โ€“0.5%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.2โ€“0.4%est.
Citrus limon peel oilA highly irritating fragranceHigh~0.15โ€“0.3%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15โ€“0.25%est.
Santalum album oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15โ€“0.3%est.
Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oilโ€”High~0.1โ€“0.2%est.
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.Medium~3.3โ€“4%est.
Isoamyl laurateHelps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product textureMedium~0.7โ€“1.05%est.
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateA preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determineMedium~0.55โ€“0.85%est.
HydroxyacetophenoneUsed to increase effectiveness of preservativesMedium~0.45โ€“0.65%est.
Lactic acidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)Medium~0.3โ€“0.55%est.
Haematococcus pluvialis extractGreen algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthinMedium~0.3โ€“0.55%est.
Juniperus virginiana oilCedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritatingMedium~0.3โ€“0.55%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.Medium~0.3โ€“0.55%est.
Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymerHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.7โ€“1.05%est.
Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~0.35โ€“0.6%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.3โ€“0.5%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.25โ€“0.5%est.
Sodium citrateHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve productsMedium~0.25โ€“0.5%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0โ€“5 pore-clogging scale
2 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0โ€“5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Hydrolyzed rhodophyceae extractโ€”3/5~0.3โ€“0.55%est.
Chondrus crispus extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency3/5~0.3โ€“0.6%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45โ€“55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Dimethicone~5.4โ€“6.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingMattifying

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

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Propanediol~4.2โ€“5.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~3.3โ€“4%
Key activeIrritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.

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Glycerin~2.4โ€“3%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Betaine~1.9โ€“2.3%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Trehalose~1.6โ€“2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin

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Sucrose~1.2โ€“1.5%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion

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Caprylic/capric/lauric triglyceride~1.1โ€“1.4%
Formula
Diisopropyl adipate~0.95โ€“1.2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Isoamyl laurate~0.7โ€“1.05%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture

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Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.55โ€“0.85%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine

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Zinc glycinate~0.5โ€“0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Collagen amino acids~0.45โ€“0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, soften it and support the skin barrier function

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Acetyl hexapeptide-37~0.4โ€“0.65%
Hero ยท Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4~0.45โ€“0.65%
Hero ยท Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Hydroxyacetophenone~0.45โ€“0.65%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives

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Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.35โ€“0.6%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening

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Lactic acid~0.3โ€“0.55%
Under-dosedIrritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
ExfoliationEvens skin toneMoisturizingAnti-aging

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

More about Lactic acid
Haematococcus pluvialis extract~0.3โ€“0.55%
Key activeIrritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Green algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin

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Trifolium repens extract~0.3โ€“0.55%
Formula
Sodium hyaluronate~0.3โ€“0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.3โ€“0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A 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

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Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.25โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity

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Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.3โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Citrus paradisi peel oil~0.25โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Cupressus sempervirens leaf/nut/stem oil~0.3โ€“0.6%
Formula
Jasminum sambac flower extract~0.25โ€“0.5%
Formula
Rosa damascena flower oil~0.3โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Hydrolyzed rhodophyceae extract~0.3โ€“0.55%
Comedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
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Hydrolyzed jojoba esters~0.3โ€“0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Chondrus crispus extract~0.3โ€“0.6%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency

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Juniperus virginiana oil~0.3โ€“0.55%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Cedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Cistus ladaniferus leaf/stem extract~0.3โ€“0.5%
Formula
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.3โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidationAntibacterial

A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin

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Tagetes minuta flower oil~0.25โ€“0.45%
Formula
Gardenia florida fruit extract~0.3โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.

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Butylene glycol~0.3โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Sodium pca~0.3โ€“0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.3โ€“0.55%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A 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.

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Tocopherol~0.3โ€“0.55%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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

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Peg-10 dimethicone~0.35โ€“0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss

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Diglycerin~0.3โ€“0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Carnosine~0.3โ€“0.5%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage

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Potassium lactate~0.3โ€“0.55%
Formula
Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymer~0.7โ€“1.05%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Saccharide isomerate~0.3โ€“0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.3โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Allantoin~0.25โ€“0.5%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-blemishExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Pentylene glycol~0.35โ€“0.6%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Urea~0.3โ€“0.55%
Hero ยท Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingExfoliation

Naturally 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

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Maltodextrin~0.3โ€“0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Mattifying

Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil

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1,2-hexanediol~0.3โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.3โ€“0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps stabilize the product formulation

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Polysorbate 20~0.3โ€“0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Citric acid~0.25โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Sodium hydroxide~0.25โ€“0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Sodium citrate~0.25โ€“0.5%
Irritant ยท medium
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

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Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.25โ€“0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture

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Dipropylene glycol~0.2โ€“0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying

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Limonene~0.2โ€“0.4%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Linalyl acetate~0.2โ€“0.4%
Formula
Citrus limon peel oil~0.15โ€“0.3%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A highly irritating fragrance

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Linalool~0.15โ€“0.25%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Santalum album oil~0.15โ€“0.3%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Pinene~0.15โ€“0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Santalol~0.1โ€“0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.1โ€“0.2%
Irritant ยท high
Ingredient list view

Water, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Glycerin, Betaine, Trehalose, Sucrose, Caprylic/capric/lauric triglyceride, Diisopropyl adipate, Isoamyl laurate, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Zinc glycinate, Collagen amino acids, Acetyl hexapeptide-37, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Lactic acid, Haematococcus pluvialis extract, Trifolium repens extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Cupressus sempervirens leaf/nut/stem oil, Jasminum sambac flower extract, Rosa damascena flower oil, Hydrolyzed rhodophyceae extract, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Chondrus crispus extract, Juniperus virginiana oil, Cistus ladaniferus leaf/stem extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Tagetes minuta flower oil, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Butylene glycol, Sodium pca, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Peg-10 dimethicone, Diglycerin, Carnosine, Potassium lactate, Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymer, Saccharide isomerate, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Allantoin, Pentylene glycol, Urea, Maltodextrin, 1,2-hexanediol, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Polysorbate 20, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium citrate, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Dipropylene glycol, Limonene, Linalyl acetate, Citrus limon peel oil, Linalool, Santalum album oil, Pinene, Santalol, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil

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