Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Skin Protectant Nighttime Miracle Moisturizer
Works for
MoisturizingPetrolatum, Lanolin + 12 moreWorks well
“Eight Hour Skin Protectant Nighttime Miracle Moisturizer”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin, paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Dimethicone~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconePetrolatum~4.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumMicrocrystalline wax~4.5–6.7%
Lanolin~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinIsononyl isononanoate~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateHydrogenated polyisobutene~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneIsopropyl myristate~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateIsopropyl palmitate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.3–1.9%
- 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 butterPolybutene~0.9–1.3%
Triisostearin~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oleyl erucate~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Oleyl erucatePolypropylene~0.45–1.05%
Paraffinum liquidum~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumSynthetic wax~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxCyclopentasiloxane~0.45–1%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxaneRicinus communis seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Ricinus communis seed oilGlyceryl behenate/eicosadioate~0.4–0.95%
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinGlyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleate~0.3–0.7%
Parfum~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSalicylic acid~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidTocopherol~0.15–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateOlus oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olus oilAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeBenzyl salicylate~0.1–0.4%
Citronellol~0.1–0.35%
Geraniol~0.1–0.35%
Limonene~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.25%
Ci 15985~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Dimethicone, Petrolatum, Microcrystalline wax, Lanolin, Isononyl isononanoate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Isopropyl myristate, Isopropyl palmitate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Polybutene, Triisostearin, Oleyl erucate, Polypropylene, Paraffinum liquidum, Synthetic wax, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ricinus communis seed oil, Glyceryl behenate/eicosadioate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Glyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleate, Parfum, Salicylic acid, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Olus oil, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Benzyl salicylate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Ci 15985
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Elizabeth ArdenEight Hour Skin Protectant Nighttime Miracle MoisturizerYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueiD™: Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion™ + ACC for Fatigue | OriginsGinZing Ultra-Hydrating Energy-Boosting Cream | Tom FordResearch Crème | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 73% | 71% | 71% |
| Price | — | — | $31.99 | $244.44 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Glycolic Acid | Niacinamide | Retinyl Palmitate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Elizabeth Arden - Eight Hour Skin Protectant Nighttime Miracle Moisturizer" works well for improving skin hydration
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 28.50£ up to 38.76£ in the United Kingdom, from 32.00$ up to 40.00$ in the United States and from 49.23CA$ up to 56.00CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
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