ELEMIS

ELEMIS Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice

Name: ELEMIS - Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice
Brand: ELEMIS

Efficacy50/100IrritancyHigh

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1 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing

15 ingredients credited for this claim

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What the product description says

“Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice”

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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, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.

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: chondrus crispus extract, helianthus annuus seed oil.

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

UreaHero· HumectantEffect: HighNaturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations~2.6–3.9%

Alpha-glucan oligosaccharideKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~1.3–2%

Chondrus crispus extractKey active· OcclusiveEffect: HighRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency~0.4–1%

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~3.5–5.2%

Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency~0.2–0.8%

Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.35–0.75%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.45%

Coconut alkanesKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin~0.5–1.15%

Coco-caprylate/caprateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture~0.35–0.75%

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderEffect: LowTraditionally 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~23–34%

Lithothamnion calcareum extractEffect: LowA mineral-rich extract from red algae. Might be able to help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.75%

Peg-8· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product consistency~4.8–7.2%

Propylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating~0.35–0.85%

Centella asiatica extractUnder-dosedEffect: HighA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.1–0.45%

Cucumis sativus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect~0.45–1.05%

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What the product description says

“The vegan-friendly, silicone-free formula moisturizes and improves the look of skin texture for a more even, calm and balanced-looking complexion.”

Source: Sephora Hong Kong

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

6 strong irritants: Citrus nobilis fruit extract, Parfum + 4 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 24 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Menthyl ethylamido oxalateCreates a cooling sensation on the skin. Does not have a skin benefitHigh~0.55–1.3%est.

Actinidia chinensis fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lackingHigh~0.55–1.25%est.

Citrus nobilis fruit extract—High~0.5–1.1%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.4–0.95%est.

Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.85%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.3–0.75%est.

Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilAn essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.75%est.

Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilA plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivityHigh~0.2–0.75%est.

Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.7%est.

Mentha viridis leaf oilUsed as a fragrance and can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.45%est.

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderTraditionally 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 skinMedium~23–34%est.

Peg-8Used to create a nice product consistencyMedium~4.8–7.2%est.

Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~1.5–2.2%est.

HydroxyacetophenoneUsed to increase effectiveness of preservativesMedium~0.85–1.3%est.

Cucumis sativus fruit extractMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effectMedium~0.45–1.05%est.

Coconut alkanesAn emollient that helps soften the skinMedium~0.5–1.15%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.5–1%est.

Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistencyMedium~0.2–0.8%est.

Dehydroacetic acidA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.6%est.

Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.6%est.

Rhizobian gumCan temporarily tighten the skin right after application of the product. The effect will be short-lived. Helps improve the product considtencyMedium~0.3–0.7%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.05–0.3%est.

ChlorphenesinA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.3%est.

Centella asiatica extractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.Medium~0.1–0.45%est.

Comedogenic

3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

3 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Chondrus crispus extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency3/5~0.4–1%est.

Lithothamnion calcareum extractA mineral-rich extract from red algae. Might be able to help attract water to the upper layer of the skin3/5~0.2–0.75%est.

Coconut alkanesAn emollient that helps soften the skin2/5~0.5–1.15%est.

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Ingredients

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~23–34%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Water~11–17%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Peg-8~4.8–7.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product consistency

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Glycerin~3.5–5.2%

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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Urea~2.6–3.9%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingExfoliation

Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations

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Sodium polyacrylate~2–3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Mattifying

Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions

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Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~1.5–2.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Trideceth-9~1.3–1.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide~1.3–2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Hydroxyacetophenone~0.85–1.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives

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Menthyl ethylamido oxalate~0.55–1.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Creates a cooling sensation on the skin. Does not have a skin benefit

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Actinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.55–1.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking

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Citrus nobilis fruit extract~0.5–1.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.45–1.05%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect

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Coconut alkanes~0.5–1.15%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Disodium edta~0.5–1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Parfum~0.4–0.95%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Chondrus crispus extract~0.4–1%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency

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Propylene glycol~0.35–0.85%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Limonene~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Coco-caprylate/caprate~0.35–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

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Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.2–0.8%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency

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Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.2–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity

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Benzyl alcohol~0.15–0.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Lithothamnion calcareum extract~0.2–0.75%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

A mineral-rich extract from red algae. Might be able to help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Chlorophyllin-copper complex~0.2–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.35–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Rhizobian gum~0.3–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can temporarily tighten the skin right after application of the product. The effect will be short-lived. Helps improve the product considtency

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Mentha viridis leaf oil~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance and can be irritating

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Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Citric acid~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Centella asiatica extract~0.1–0.45%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Reduces irritationReduces rednessMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.

More about Centella asiatica extract

Ingredient list view

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Water, Peg-8, Glycerin, Urea, Sodium polyacrylate, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Trideceth-9, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Menthyl ethylamido oxalate, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Citrus nobilis fruit extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Coconut alkanes, Disodium edta, Parfum, Chondrus crispus extract, Propylene glycol, Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Benzyl alcohol, Lithothamnion calcareum extract, Chlorophyllin-copper complex, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Dehydroacetic acid, Potassium sorbate, Rhizobian gum, Sodium hyaluronate, Mentha viridis leaf oil, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Chlorphenesin, Centella asiatica extract

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Shared key ingredients	—	4 of 9	4 of 9	3 of 9
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Product summary

"ELEMIS - Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice" has a good moisturizing formula. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (urea, glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, sodium hyaluronate and peg-8) 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). Chondrus crispus extract, helianthus annuus seed oil, coco-caprylate/caprate and coconut alkanes 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.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: centella asiatica extract

Irritation risk

This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "ELEMIS" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.

Price

The product retails for 50.00€ in Germany, from 40.00$ up to 49.00$ in the United States, from 32.00£ up to 886.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 45.62A$ in Australia, for 67.20CA$ in Canada and for 410.00HK$ in Hong Kong.

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