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MoisturizingCyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin + 13 moreWorks
“Lightweight and soothing, the moisturising formula absorbs quickly into skin to hydrate while calming feelings of irritation caused by shaving.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": diglycerin, galactoarabinan.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Alcohol denat. + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cyclopentasiloxane~6.3–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneHydrogenated polydecene~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinDiglycerin~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinCellulose~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPropylene glycol~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolEnteromorpha compressa extract~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Butylene glycol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulosePolyglycerin-3~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3Acrylates/vinyl isodecanoate crosspolymer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen), evenly disperse pigements and create a nice product consistency
More about Acrylates/vinyl isodecanoate crosspolymerAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.65%
Sodium hydroxide~0.4–0.6%
T-butyl alcohol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholBisabolol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about BisabololAllantoin~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSorbitol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolGalactoarabinan~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GalactoarabinanPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.55%
Sodium benzoate~0.3–0.5%
Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractAlcohol denat.~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Lecithin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolXanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDiatomaceous earth~0.4–0.65%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Tocopherol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolGlyceryl caprylate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylatePhenylpropanol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
More about PhenylpropanolBoswellia serrata gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.3%
Coumarin~0.15–0.3%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeCitronellol~0.15–0.3%
Citral~0.1–0.2%
Benzyl alcohol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hydrogenated polydecene, Glycerin, Diglycerin, Cellulose, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Propylene glycol, Enteromorpha compressa extract, Butylene glycol, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Polyglycerin-3, Acrylates/vinyl isodecanoate crosspolymer, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hydroxide, T-butyl alcohol, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Sorbitol, Galactoarabinan, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Alcohol denat., Lecithin, Caprylyl glycol, Xanthan gum, Diatomaceous earth, Disodium edta, Tocopherol, Glyceryl caprylate, Phenylpropanol, Boswellia serrata gum, Limonene, Linalool, Coumarin, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citronellol, Citral, Benzyl alcohol
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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.
| Eight & BobOriginal Aftershave BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Black LeopardAfter Shave Balm | Truefitt & Hill1805 Aftershave Balm | OmoroviczaSoothing Shave Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 31% | 26% |
| Price | — | — | $62.00 | $37.45 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Caffeine | Lanolin | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: HERMS Terre dHerms After-Shave BalmTaylor of Old Bond Street Organic Shave Cream Bowl
Product summary
"Eight & Bob - Original Aftershave Balm" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (polyglycerin-3 0.50% - 0.75%, glycerin 3.10% - 3.80%, galactoarabinan 0.30% - 0.55% and diglycerin 2.40% - 2.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 32.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 2
- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Safety Assessment of Cross-Linked Alkyl Acrylates as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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