EighthDay The Ultra-Rich Intensive Moisturizer
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2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingSh-polypeptide-11, Sh-polypeptide-9 + 36 moreStrong evidence
“The Ultra-Rich Intensive Moisturizer”
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:
alanine, arginine.
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: arginine, butyrospermum parkii butter.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, panthenol, phytosphingosine, sh-oligopeptide-1, sh-oligopeptide-2, sh-polypeptide-1, sh-polypeptide-11, sh-polypeptide-9
Anti-agingAcetyl hexapeptide-8, Sh-polypeptide-9 + 11 moreModerate evidence
“VolumatrixSubQ™ biotechnology mimics subcutaneous lipofilling to help rebuild facial fullness, support collagen production, and diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles.”
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, serine, sh-oligopeptide-1, sh-oligopeptide-2, sh-polypeptide-1, sh-polypeptide-11, sh-polypeptide-9, threonine. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsMedium 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~45–55%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~5–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterPropanediol~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolEthylhexyl palmitate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateGlycerin~2.4–3%
- 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 GlycerinGlyceryl stearate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateSodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerCetyl alcohol~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholGlycol stearate~1.2–1.5%
Stearic acid~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.7–1.05%
- 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 triglycerideSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateSh-oligopeptide-2~0.5–0.7%
- 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 Sh-oligopeptide-2Sh-polypeptide-1~0.45–0.65%
- 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 Sh-polypeptide-1Sh-polypeptide-9~0.4–0.6%
- 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 Sh-polypeptide-9Sh-polypeptide-11~0.4–0.65%
- 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 Sh-polypeptide-11Acetyl hexapeptide-8~0.35–0.65%
- 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 Acetyl hexapeptide-8Sh-oligopeptide-1~0.3–0.6%
- 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 Sh-oligopeptide-1Palmitoyl tripeptide-5~0.3–0.55%
- 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-5Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.3–0.6%
- 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 tetrapeptide-7Acetyl glutamine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLysine hcl~0.25–0.45%
Alanine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineHistidine hcl~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt of an amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about Histidine hclArginine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineSerine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineProline~0.25–0.45%
Glutamic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidThreonine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineValine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Leucine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineIsoleucine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
More about IsoleucinePhenylalanine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Taurine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurineOrnithine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about OrnithineCopper tripeptide-1~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One 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 acidPhospholipids~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsGlycolipids~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycosphingolipids~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipids naturally present in skin. They can be converted to ceramides in skin
More about GlycosphingolipidsPhytosphingosine~0.3–0.55%
- 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 PhytosphingosinePanthenol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAllantoin~0.2–0.4%
- 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 AllantoinTocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 TocopherolPolysorbate 20~0.25–0.45%
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 glycolLecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinBacillus/folic acid/soybean ferment extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.3%
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.15–0.25%
Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Cetyl alcohol, Glycol stearate, Stearic acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Sh-oligopeptide-2, Sh-polypeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-9, Sh-polypeptide-11, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Sh-oligopeptide-1, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Acetyl glutamine, Sodium hyaluronate, Lysine hcl, Alanine, Histidine hcl, Arginine, Serine, Proline, Glutamic acid, Threonine, Valine, Leucine, Glycine, Isoleucine, Phenylalanine, Taurine, Ornithine, Copper tripeptide-1, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Phospholipids, Glycolipids, Glycosphingolipids, Phytosphingosine, Panthenol, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 20, Butylene glycol, Lecithin, Bacillus/folic acid/soybean ferment extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| EighthDayThe Ultra-Rich Intensive MoisturizerYOUR PRODUCT | Deviant SkincarePeptide + Growth Factor Advanced Restore Cream | OrjenaResponse synergy barrier cream | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 50% |
| Price | $290.00 | $98.00−$192.00 | $25.00−$265.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 18 of 29 | 9 of 29 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Safety Assessment of α-Amino Acids as Used in Cosmeticsciteseerx.ist.psu.edu
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