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MoisturizingPetrolatum, Phytosphingosine + 19 moreWorks well
“Renewal Facial Cream”
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:
cyclomethicone, glycerin.
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: beeswax, dimethiconol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: petrolatum, phytosphingosine
Anti-agingLimnanthes alba seed oilNot delivered
“This rich moisturizing cream helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of skin aging while improving skin clarity and radiance.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Petrolatum~4.2–5.1%
- 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 PetrolatumButylene glycol~3.9–4.8%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~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 GlycerinCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilLimnanthes alba seed oil~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilCyclopentasiloxane~1.7–2%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxanePyrus malus fruit extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractPhoenix dactylifera fruit extract~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ppg-2 myristyl ether propionate~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beeswax~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 BeeswaxC10-30 cholesterol/lanosterol esters~0.6–0.85%
Polyacrylamide~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideLinum usitatissimum seed oil~0.45–0.7%
Cyclohexasiloxane~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneBisabolol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololC13-14 isoparaffin~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinCaprylyl glycol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCetyl alcohol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCyclomethicone~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeDimethiconol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Glyceryl stearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHexylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolLaureth-7~0.25–0.5%
Lavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractLinalool~0.25–0.45%
Limonene~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneMagnesium stearate~0.25–0.45%
Malic acid~0.25–0.45%
Manganese glycerophosphate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-100 stearate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePersea gratissima oil unsaponifiables~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Persea gratissima oil unsaponifiablesPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPhytosphingosine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineRosa canina fruit oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateZinc pyrithione~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in calming down inflammation and restoring skin barrier function. It can be helpful in managing seborrheic dermatitis
More about Zinc pyrithioneZinc stearate~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Petrolatum, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Cyclopentasiloxane, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Phoenix dactylifera fruit extract, Ppg-2 myristyl ether propionate, Beeswax, C10-30 cholesterol/lanosterol esters, Polyacrylamide, Linum usitatissimum seed oil, Cyclohexasiloxane, Bisabolol, C13-14 isoparaffin, Caprylyl glycol, Cetyl alcohol, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Cyclomethicone, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Hexylene glycol, Laureth-7, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Linalool, Limonene, Magnesium stearate, Malic acid, Manganese glycerophosphate, Peg-100 stearate, Persea gratissima oil unsaponifiables, Phenoxyethanol, Phytosphingosine, Rosa canina fruit oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Zinc pyrithione, Zinc stearate
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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.
| EpionceRenewal Facial CreamYOUR PRODUCT | AfroditaCERAMIDES RICH night cream | Kose CosmeportCeramiaid Medicated Skin Cream 40g | CeraVeMoisturizing Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 57% | 56% |
| Price | $112.00 | $18.99−$93.01 | $11.90−$100.10 | $5.35−$106.65 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Vitamin E | Ceramide Eop |
| Irritancy | High | High | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Epionce - Renewal Facial Cream" has a good moisturizing formula. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Humectants in this product (cyclomethicone, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, butylene glycol and caprylyl glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (phytosphingosine, petrolatum, carthamus tinctorius seed oil, cyclomethicone and limnanthes alba seed oil) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.20% - 0.35%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Irritation risk
We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 103.41CA$ in Canada, for 364.00A$ in Australia, for 102.00$ in the United States and for 141.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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