Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Moisturizer with Ceramides
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MoisturizingPhytosphingosine, Ceramide ap + 17 moreStrong evidence
“Lala Retro Whipped Moisturizer with Ceramides”
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, sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer.
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, cholesterol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy14 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.3–5.2%
- 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~4.2–5.1%
- 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 triglycerideIsopropyl isostearate~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Isopropyl isostearatePseudozyma epicola/camellia sinensis seed oil ferment extract filtrate~2.3–2.8%
Glyceryl stearate se~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seCetearyl alcohol~1.6–2%
- 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 alcoholPalmitic acid~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPentylene glycol~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPlantago lanceolata leaf extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Plantago lanceolata leaf extractAdansonia digitata seed oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilCitrullus lanatus seed oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Passiflora edulis seed oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
More about Passiflora edulis seed oilSchinziophyton rautanenii kernel oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sclerocarya birrea seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilXimenia americana seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cholesterol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolCeramide ap~0.3–0.6%
- 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 apCeramide eop~0.3–0.55%
- 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 eopSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerCeramide np~0.25–0.5%
- 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 npPhytosphingosine~0.25–0.5%
- 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 PhytosphingosineCeteareth-20~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateTocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolSodium lauroyl lactylate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCarbomer~0.2–0.35%
- 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 CarbomerXanthan gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSodium chloride~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium carbonate~0.15–0.25%
Chlorphenesin~0.1–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isopropyl isostearate, Pseudozyma epicola/camellia sinensis seed oil ferment extract filtrate, Glyceryl stearate se, Cetearyl alcohol, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Pentylene glycol, Plantago lanceolata leaf extract, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Citrullus lanatus seed oil, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Schinziophyton rautanenii kernel oil, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Ximenia americana seed oil, Cholesterol, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Ceramide np, Phytosphingosine, Ceteareth-20, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Tocopherol, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Carbomer, Xanthan gum, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium chloride, Sodium carbonate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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| Drunk ElephantLala Retro Whipped Moisturizer with CeramidesYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeSkin Renewing Night Cream | SEPHORA COLLECTIONHYDRATE - Hydrating Balmy Rich Cream Moisturizer with Lipids + Ceramides | celimaxDual Barrier Skin Wearable Cream 50ml | |
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| Match | — | 66% | 65% | 65% |
| Price | $20.00 | $15.44−$4.56 | $36.18+$16.18 | $26.09+$6.09 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 10 | 8 of 10 | 7 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Tetraacetylphytosphingosine | Ceramide As |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Drunk Elephant - Lala Retro Whipped Moisturizer with Ceramides" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Humectants in this product (glycerin, pseudozyma epicola/camellia sinensis seed oil/glucose/malt extract/soybean flour/yeast extract ferment filtrate, sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer and caprylyl glycol) 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 eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine, cholesterol and passiflora edulis seed oil 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.
Ingredient callouts
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.15% - 0.60%, ceramide np 0.15% - 0.65%, ceramide eop 0.15% - 0.65% and ceramide ap 0.15% - 0.65%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Irritation risk
There are actives in this product that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. 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.
What our users say
Based on 3 reviews 100% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, two out of three reviewers didn't notice clogged pores after using this sunscreen, but the third reviewer found that it clogged pores.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Drunk Elephant" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails from 20.00$ up to 91.70$ in the United States, from 15.00£ up to 120.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 32.00A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
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