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“Vegetable squalene, honey, damask rose flower water, olive oil, algae and other botanical extracts add nourishment and hydration.”
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:
algae extract, betaine.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract, ficus carica fruit extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
This product contains centella asiatica extract. This ingredient 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.


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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 GlycerinA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateAn 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 SqualaneHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 distearateA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineIncreases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersA blue-colored ingredient that is traditionally used as a colorant. It has anti-inflammatory properties. For example, it is successfully used to treat diaper rash for new borns. It can help support the skin barrier by reducing inflammation
More about GuaiazuleneHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractUsed to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractA plant extract that is mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Eclipta prostrata leaf extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Ficus carica fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractEggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Aloe barbadensis flower extractA plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
More about Ulmus davidiana root extractA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita extractCould have anti-inflammatory effect on skin, but can be irritating as well. Can be added to products for its smell
More about Chrysanthemum parthenium extractHelps 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 lecithinOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateEnhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidUsed 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 glycolHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateA 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.
More about Tocopheryl acetateHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidA 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 npWater, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Squalane, 1,2-hexanediol, Methylpropanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 distearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Betaine, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Jojoba esters, Guaiazulene, Honey extract, Centella asiatica extract, Rosa damascena flower water, Olea europaea fruit oil, Algae extract, Eclipta prostrata leaf extract, Ficus carica fruit extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Amaranthus caudatus seed extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Chamomilla recutita extract, Chrysanthemum parthenium extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Sodium hyaluronate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Stearic acid, Butylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Tocopheryl acetate, Fructooligosaccharides, Disodium edta, Beta-glucan, Ethylhexyl stearate, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Ceramide np
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| DERMATORYHypoallergenic Cica CreamYOUR PRODUCT | ISNTREEHyaluronic Acid Moist Cream | HWARANGBellflower Moisturizing Barrier Cream | JUMISONiacinamide 5+ Overnight Cream 50ml | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 66% | 64% |
| Price | $18.00 | $16.40−$1.60 | $16.83−$1.17 | $30.34+$12.34 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 16 | 11 of 16 | 10 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Judging from the ingredient list, "DERMATORY - Hypoallergenic Cica Cream" works well for improving skin hydration As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Humectants in this product (algae extract, betaine, fructooligosaccharides, glycerin and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Ceramide np, algae extract, jojoba esters, caprylic/capric triglyceride and squalane in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 18.48$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 36 studies and safety reviews.
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