Epicuren Discovery Acidophilus Probiotic Facial Cream
Works for
MoisturizingCaprylic/capric triglyceride, Lactobacillus ferment + 8 moreWorks
“Create harmony with this gentle moisturizer.”
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, hyaluronic acid.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~7–8.6%
- 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 triglycerideLactobacillus ferment~4.2–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentButyrospermum parkii butter~3.3–4.1%
- 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 butterMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilCetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.1%
- 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 alcoholGlycerin~1.6–1.9%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolTocopheryl acetate~1–1.2%
- 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 acetateCetearyl glucoside~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideCamellia oleifera seed extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cucumis sativus extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.55–0.85%
- 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 extractChamomilla recutita extract~0.4–0.65%
- 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 extractXanthan gum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHyaluronic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidAllantoin~0.25–0.4%
- 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 AllantoinParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAscorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateBenzoic acid~0.2–0.35%
Sorbic acid~0.15–0.25%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.2%
Silver~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Lactobacillus ferment, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Tocopheryl acetate, Cetearyl glucoside, Camellia oleifera seed extract, Cucumis sativus extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita extract, Xanthan gum, Hyaluronic acid, Allantoin, Parfum, Ascorbyl palmitate, Benzoic acid, Sorbic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silver
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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.
| Epicuren DiscoveryAcidophilus Probiotic Facial CreamYOUR PRODUCT | CatriceClean ID Hydro BB Cream | e.l.f. CosmeticsDope Dreams Sleeping Mask | Skin + MeSoothe + Smooth Rich Moisturiser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | $63.80 | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 5 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Squalane | Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil | Ceramide Eop |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Epicuren Discovery - Acidophilus Probiotic Facial Cream" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (lactobacillus ferment 4.20% - 5.20%, hyaluronic acid 0.25% - 0.50% and glycerin 1.60% - 1.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 63.80$ 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
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