Dr. Loretta Mini Barrier Repair Gel Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing13 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Bioidentical ceramides and vegan postbiotic enhance and repair the moisture barrier while targeting redness.”
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, lactobacillus ferment.
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, palmitoyl tripeptide-38, phytosphingosine
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate support
“Powered by plumping peptides and a pollution-fighting antioxidant, this gel cream is clinically proven to lessen the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while smoothing texture.”
This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-38. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 triglyceridePropanediol~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCetearyl alcohol~2.1–3.1%
- 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 alcoholSqualane~1.8–2.7%
- 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 SqualaneCocos nucifera fruit extract~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractSodium stearoyl glutamate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateCarbomer~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLactobacillus ferment~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentDiisostearyl malate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateSodium polyacrylate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateCeramide np~0.35–0.75%
- 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 npEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.65%
Hexylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolSodium phytate~0.15–0.5%
Citric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.3%
Phytosphingosine~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosinePalmitoyl tripeptide-38~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Ergothioneine~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Preliminary studies show that it can be more effective than coenzyme Q10 but studies on effective concentration for topical applications are lacking
More about ErgothioneineIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propanediol, Cetearyl alcohol, Squalane, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Lactobacillus ferment, Diisostearyl malate, Sodium polyacrylate, Ceramide np, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene glycol, Sodium phytate, Citric acid, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hydroxide, Phytosphingosine, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Ergothioneine
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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.
| Dr. LorettaMini Barrier Repair Gel CreamYOUR PRODUCT | THE Formula RxBarrier Relief Lightweight Ceramide Moisturizer | DermaticaSoothing Centella Gel Moisturiser | Kopari BeautyMoisture Whipped Ceramide Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 52% | 51% |
| Price | $15.00 | $31.99+$16.99 | $17.26+$2.26 | $42.00+$27.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 7 of 10 | 8 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Colloidal Oatmeal | Niacinamide | Cholesterol |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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