Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Glycerin + 5 moreWorks well
“A Bamboo Waterlock Complex consisting of Bamboo sheath extract and Bamboo sap, works to hydrate and nourish the skin, along with soothing and moisturising Allantoin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, butylene glycol.
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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Alcohol, Parfum + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Alcohol~8.3–10.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholGlycerin~4.2–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- 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 glycolPhyllostachys bambusoides extract~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ophiopogon japonicus root extract~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function, but research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Ophiopogon japonicus root extractSalix alba bark extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractDiospyros kaki leaf extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phyllostachys bambusoides juice~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAllantoin~0.5–0.75%
- 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 AllantoinPpg-26-buteth-26~0.55–0.8%
Zinc gluconate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateZinc oxide~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxidePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPropanediol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateSilica~0.4–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%
1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.25%
Beta-glucan~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Geraniol~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Phyllostachys bambusoides extract, Ophiopogon japonicus root extract, Salix alba bark extract, Diospyros kaki leaf extract, Phyllostachys bambusoides juice, Panthenol, Allantoin, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Zinc gluconate, Zinc oxide, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Propanediol, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, 1,2-hexanediol, Beta-glucan, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Linalool, Geraniol
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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.
| ErborianBamboo Matte LotionYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceCalm Redness Relief Moisturizer normal to oily skin Full size | BIOHEAL BOHCeramune Hydrating Cream Skin | COVER FXCustom Blending Moisturizer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 64% | 62% | 62% |
| Price | — | — | $26.39 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | A Type Of Green Tea Extract | Ceramide Ns | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Erborian - Bamboo Matte Lotion" works well for improving skin hydration
Ingredient callouts
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 0.55% - 0.80%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
Irritation risk
We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 36.00$ in the United States, from 35.10CA$ up to 78.82CA$ in Canada, for 53.33A$ in Australia and from 19.11£ up to 30.00£ 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 33 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Cosmetic use of an ophiopogon japonicus active principlepatents.google.com
- 4Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5
- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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