Elizabeth Grant Hydra-Moist Gold C Cooling Body Relief
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingPanthenol, Sodium hyaluronate + 9 moreStrong evidence
“Hydra-Moist Gold C Cooling Body Relief”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingAloe barbadensis leaf juice, Laminaria digitata extract + 1 moreModerate evidence
“to target the 5 main signs of aging Aloe Vera.”
This product contains camellia oleifera leaf extract, glutathione. These ingredients help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Glutathione + 3 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (camellia oleifera leaf extract, glutathione) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Glutathione, Ascorbic acidStrong evidence
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glutathione
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Salvia officinalis leaf extract + 11 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%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~6.2–7.6%
- 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 juiceAlcohol denat.~4.4–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Glycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinPolysorbate 20~2.2–2.7%
Sodium hyaluronate~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePropanediol~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAscorbic acid~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidColloidal gold~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glutathione~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlutathionePanthenol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- 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 extractCamellia oleifera leaf extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractSalvia officinalis leaf extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractMenthol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Laminaria digitata extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractDioscorea villosa root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Allantoin~0.25–0.45%
- 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 AllantoinTrifolium pratense leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolGeraniol~0.2–0.4%
Citronellol~0.2–0.35%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.2–0.35%
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 glycolLinalool~0.2–0.35%
Benzyl salicylate~0.2–0.35%
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 LimoneneHydroxycitronellal~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalPropylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 glycolCitric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.2–0.4%
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.35%
Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.25%
Xanthan gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDiazolidinyl urea~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Works by releasing formaldehyde. Can be irritating
More about Diazolidinyl ureaEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.2%
Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Alcohol denat., Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Sodium hyaluronate, Propanediol, Ascorbic acid, Colloidal gold, Glutathione, Panthenol, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Menthol, Laminaria digitata extract, Dioscorea villosa root extract, Allantoin, Trifolium pratense leaf extract, Sorbitol, Geraniol, Citronellol, Hexyl cinnamal, Butylene glycol, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Propylene glycol, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Xanthan gum, Diazolidinyl urea, Ethylhexylglycerin, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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| Elizabeth GrantHydra-Moist Gold C Cooling Body ReliefYOUR PRODUCT | Jason NaturalJason Soothing 84% Aloe Vera Hand Body Lotion | CeraVeSkin Renewing Vitamin C Eye Cream | Goldfaden MDBrightening Elixir Advanced Brightening + Anti-Oxidant Treatment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 81% | 75% | 72% |
| Price | — | — | $17.88 | $48.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Ceramide Ap | Ferulic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Elizabeth Grant - Hydra-Moist Gold C Cooling Body Relief" 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 (panthenol, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, aloe barbadensis leaf juice and butylene 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). Caprylyl glycol 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
- This product also contains vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this moisturizer it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (1.40% - 1.70%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- This formulation also includes panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 0.55% - 0.85% concentration. In this concentration, panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
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 "Elizabeth Grant" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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