Works for
CleansingCetearyl glucoside, Cera alba + 3 moreCleanses gently
“Although designed as a face and body cream, the formula can also be used as a makeup remover, soothing after-sun or after-shave care to leave the skin feeling soft and supple.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cera alba, cetearyl alcohol, cetearyl glucoside, sorbitan olivate, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.4–9.7%
- 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 triglycerideOctyldodecanol~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolGlycerin~2.8–4.2%
- 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 GlycerinCetearyl glucoside~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideButyrospermum parkii butter~1.9–2.8%
- 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 butterCera alba~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaSorbitan olivate~1.2–1.8%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~1–1.5%
- 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 juice powderXanthan gum~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about Parfum1,2-hexanediol~0.35–0.85%
Caprylyl glycol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCetearyl alcohol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.55%
Hydrolyzed soy protein~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinTocopherol~0.1–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolTropolone~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine soja oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilIngredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Octyldodecanol, Glycerin, Cetearyl glucoside, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cera alba, Sorbitan olivate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Xanthan gum, Parfum, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium hydroxide, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Tocopherol, Tropolone, Glycine soja oil
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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.
| EmbryolisseLait Crème FluidYOUR PRODUCT | Adorn CosmeticsNatural Soothing Cleansing Milk | Refillable | Paula's choiceResist Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser | Natura SibericaLittle Siberica Organic Baby Moisturising Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | — | — | $12.37 | $8.29 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | A Type Of Green Tea Extract | Oatmeal Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Skingredients PreProbiotic CleanseJUMISO D-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Cleansing Milk
Product summary
"Embryolisse - Lait Crème Fluid" has a good moisturizing formula. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Embryolisse - Lait Crème Fluid ticks this box. Caprylyl glycol and propylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (paraffinum liquidum, beeswax, butyrospermum parkii butter, cera alba and cetyl palmitate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Embryolisse" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 27.59£ up to 39.99£ in the United Kingdom, from 12.00$ up to 35.00$ in the United States, from 34.40CA$ up to 42.00CA$ in Canada and for 43.00A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Extracts from Glycine max (soybean) induce elastin synthesis and inhibit elastase activityonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Soy Peptides as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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