Works for
Anti-agingCentella asiatica extract, Acetyl hexapeptide-8 + 5 moreMay help
“Result: Significant reduction of the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with regular use.”
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-8, carnosine, centella asiatica extract. 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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Imperata cylindrica root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 5 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (carnosine) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - camellia sinensis leaf extract, centella asiatica extract, ginkgo biloba leaf extract, imperata cylindrica root extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Urea + 21 moreWorks well
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": carnosine, fructose.
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: acetyl hexapeptide-8, urea
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Alcohol denat. + 1 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%
Butylene glycol~6.5–7.9%
- 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 glycolAloe barbadensis leaf extract~4.2–5.1%
- 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 extractImperata cylindrica root extract~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Imperata cylindrica root extractHamamelis virginiana leaf extract~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractSilybum marianum fruit extract~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed hibiscus esculentus extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain a peptide (Myoxinol). It could be helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-aging effect, but the research is lacking and it is rarely used in a high enough concentration
More about Hydrolyzed hibiscus esculentus extractDextrin~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinGlycerin~0.95–1.2%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-8 dimethicone~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can help create nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-8 dimethiconeSodium hyaluronate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium lactate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateSodium pca~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaAlcohol denat.~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Glycine~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineGinkgo biloba leaf extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractPrunus amygdalus dulcis fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carbomer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Salvia officinalis leaf extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractCentella asiatica extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 extractNiacinamide~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideFructose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseUrea~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about UreaInositol~0.25–0.45%
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.25–0.4%
Acetyl hexapeptide-8~0.2–0.4%
- 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-8Macrocystis pyrifera extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Hydrolyzed wheat protein~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinPvp~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpCarnosine~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage
More about CarnosineLecithin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinTocopherol~0.1–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSorbic acid~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Imperata cylindrica root extract, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Silybum marianum fruit extract, Hydrolyzed hibiscus esculentus extract, Dextrin, Glycerin, Peg-8 dimethicone, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium lactate, Sodium pca, Alcohol denat., Glycine, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Prunus amygdalus dulcis fruit extract, Carbomer, Sodium hydroxide, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Niacinamide, Fructose, Urea, Inositol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Macrocystis pyrifera extract, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Pvp, Carnosine, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Caprylyl glycol, Sorbic acid
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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.
| EmerginCCrease Ease GelYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueSmart Night™ Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol | Tree To TubNiacinamide Peptide Complex Anti-Aging Serum | BABORLIFTING RX Lift Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 82% | 81% | 80% |
| Price | $149.00 | $64.44−$84.56 | $22.68−$126.32 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 15 | 8 of 15 | 9 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Retinol | Pentapeptide-18 | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "EmerginC - Crease Ease Gel" works well for moisturizing the skin. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, urea, carnosine, fructose and glycerin 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 (aloe barbadensis leaf extract and caprylyl glycol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- This moistruizer also contains peptides (acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.20% - 0.40%). Peptides is a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of amino-acids. Our skin produces peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of peptides is, but it is very likely that peptides in skincare are helpful. They might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. 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 160.80A$ up to 396.70A$ in Australia and for 140.00$ in the United States.
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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.
- 1Allergic contact dermatitis from grassespubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Functional glycine receptor in cultured human keratinocytesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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