Dr. Brandt

Dr. Brandt Calm Flow Gel

Name: Dr. Brandt - Calm Flow Gel
Brand: Dr. Brandt

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

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Moisturizing

Saccharomyces polypeptides, Lactococcus ferment lysate + 13 more

Strong evidence

What the product description says

“With soothing peptides and a restorative blend of ceramides, fatty acids, and calming actives, it nourishes, replenishes, and brings balance back—so your skin feels as calm as you do.”

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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, honey 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, peg-10 dimethicone.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: saccharomyces polypeptides

Lactococcus ferment lysateKey activeEffect: HighConsists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin~1.6–2%

Peg-10 dimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss~0.6–0.85%

Saccharomyces polypeptidesHeroEffect: High~0.05–0.15%

Cetylhydroxyproline palmitamideKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.3–0.55%

DimethiconeKey active· 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~6.5–7.9%

GlycerinKey active· 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~3.1–3.8%

InulinKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking~1.2–1.4%

Brassica campestris sterolsKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelp soften the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.5%

HexyldecanolKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~1.4–1.8%

MelKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it~0.25–0.5%

Honey extractKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.25%

Butylene glycol· 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~0.5–0.7%

Rosa damascena flower oilEffect: LowUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating~0.2–0.4%

Stearic acidEffect: Low, below effective doseHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~0.4–0.6%

Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~0.2–0.4%

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · Vitis vinifera seed extract, Lactococcus ferment lysate + 3 more

Strong evidence

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

Vitis vinifera seed extractKey activeEffect: HighA plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation~0.2–0.35%

Lactococcus ferment lysateEffect: LowConsists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin~1.6–2%

Camellia sinensis leaf extractUnder-dosedEffect: MediumCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~0.2–0.4%

BisabololEffect: Low, below effective doseAn active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties~0.25–0.5%

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.~0.4–0.6%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · Saccharomyces polypeptides, Vitis vinifera seed extract + 2 more

Moderate evidence

This product contains saccharomyces polypeptides, vitis vinifera seed extract. 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.

Saccharomyces polypeptidesKey activeEffect: Medium~0.05–0.15%

Vitis vinifera seed extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation~0.2–0.35%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

2 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Rosa damascena flower oil

Medium risk

We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Lavandula angustifolia oilAn essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.3–0.6%est.

Rosa damascena flower oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.

Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymerHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~1.8–2.2%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.7–1.1%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~0.45–0.7%est.

Caprylhydroxamic acidA preservativeMedium~0.45–0.65%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~0.4–0.6%est.

Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateUsed to improve stability of the formulationMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Honey extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.15–0.25%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Dimethicone~6.5–7.9%

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~4.2–5.1%

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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Glycerin~3.1–3.8%

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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Sodium chloride~2.4–2.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures

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Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~1.8–2.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps oil and water mix together

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Lactococcus ferment lysate~1.6–2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatory

Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin

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Hexyldecanol~1.4–1.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Inulin~1.2–1.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-blemish

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking

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1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1.1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Yogurt powder~0.6–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Peg-10 dimethicone~0.6–0.85%

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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Butylene glycol~0.5–0.7%

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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Tamarindus indica seed polysaccharide~0.45–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Sodium citrate~0.45–0.7%

Irritant · 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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Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.45–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.4–0.6%

Irritant · 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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Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties

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Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to improve stability of the formulation

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Bisabolol~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-oxidation

An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties

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Cetylhydroxyproline palmitamide~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritation

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

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Stearic acid~0.4–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Mel~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it

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Brassica campestris sterols~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Help soften the upper layer of the skin

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Rosa damascena flower oil~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.2–0.4%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-agingAnti-blemishEvens skin toneMoisturizing

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

More about Camellia sinensis leaf extract

Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Vitis vinifera seed extract~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingAntibacterial

A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation

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Boswellia serrata extract~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Honey extract~0.15–0.25%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Chlorophyllin-copper complex~0.1–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Aspalathus linearis extract~0.1–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Saccharomyces polypeptides~0.05–0.15%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

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Ingredient list view

Water, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Glycerin, Sodium chloride, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Hexyldecanol, Inulin, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium benzoate, Yogurt powder, Peg-10 dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Tamarindus indica seed polysaccharide, Sodium citrate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Bisabolol, Cetylhydroxyproline palmitamide, Stearic acid, Mel, Brassica campestris sterols, Rosa damascena flower oil, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Phenoxyethanol, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Boswellia serrata extract, Honey extract, Chlorophyllin-copper complex, Aspalathus linearis extract, Saccharomyces polypeptides