essen HERB

essen HERB Ceramide Ato Green Barley Cream

Name: essen HERB - Ceramide Ato Green Barley Cream
Brand: essen HERB

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

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Works for

Moisturizing

Panthenol, Ceramide np + 15 more

Works well

What the product description says

“This Ceramide Ato Green Barley Cream delivers deep moisture while protecting your skin.”

Source: Yesstyle

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, sodium hyaluronate.

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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, panthenol

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~3.1–3.8%

Ceramide npHero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin~0.5–0.7%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~7–8.5%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~4.2–5.2%

Cetyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together~1.7–2.1%

Glycosyl trehaloseKey activeEffect: High~1.5–1.8%

Vinyl dimethiconeKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA type of silicone that helps to create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin~0.7–1.1%

Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products~0.45–0.7%

Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.4–0.65%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Hydrogenated polydecene· EmollientEffect: LowHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~2.3–2.9%

Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~2–2.5%

Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.4–0.65%

Glyceryl stearate citrate· EmollientEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.25–0.45%

Chenopodium quinoa seed extractUnder-dosedHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.4%

Lens esculenta fruit extractUnder-dosedA plant extract containing sugars that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to help reduce pore size but evidence is lacking~0.2–0.4%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

2 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Salvia sclarea extract

Medium risk

We flagged 13 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Lavandula angustifolia flower extractEssential oil that can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

Salvia sclarea extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

Chamomilla recutita flower extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.2%est.

Centaurea cyanus flower extractA plant extract that might have antibacterial effect and help neutralize free radicalsHigh~0.05–0.15%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~7–8.5%est.

Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~2–2.5%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.7–1.05%est.

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Hordeum vulgare extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to glutenMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Lens esculenta fruit extractA plant extract containing sugars that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to help reduce pore size but evidence is lackingMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Ceratonia siliqua fruit extractPlant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lackingMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Comedogenic

Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients

None flagged

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~7–8.5%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Glycerin~4.2–5.2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Panthenol~3.1–3.8%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Hydrogenated polydecene~2.3–2.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Pentylene glycol~2–2.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Cetyl alcohol~1.7–2.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together

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Glycosyl trehalose~1.5–1.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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Polyglyceryl-3 distearate~1.2–1.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1.05%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Vinyl dimethicone~0.7–1.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A type of silicone that helps to create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin

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Propanediol~0.6–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Bacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products

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Ceramide np~0.5–0.7%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritation

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Cetearyl olivate~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment~0.5–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together and preserve the product formulation

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.4–0.65%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Glyceryl stearate~0.4–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Sorbitan olivate~0.3–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Carbomer~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Tromethamine~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Butylene glycol~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Glyceryl stearate citrate~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Hordeum vulgare extract~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten

More about Hordeum vulgare extract

Lens esculenta fruit extract~0.2–0.4%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A plant extract containing sugars that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to help reduce pore size but evidence is lacking

More about Lens esculenta fruit extract

Ceratonia siliqua fruit extract~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationEvens skin tone

Plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking

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Nelumbo nucifera seed extract~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Chenopodium quinoa seed extract~0.2–0.4%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Lavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Essential oil that can be irritating

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Salvia sclarea extract~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Hyacinthus orientalis extract~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating

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Borago officinalis extract~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Centaurea cyanus flower extract~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have antibacterial effect and help neutralize free radicals

More about Centaurea cyanus flower extract

Ingredient list view

Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Panthenol, Hydrogenated polydecene, Pentylene glycol, Cetyl alcohol, Glycosyl trehalose, Polyglyceryl-3 distearate, 1,2-hexanediol, Vinyl dimethicone, Propanediol, Bacillus/soybean ferment extract, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Ceramide np, Cetearyl olivate, Candida bombicola/glucose/methyl rapeseedate ferment, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glyceryl stearate, Sorbitan olivate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Butylene glycol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Sodium hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Hordeum vulgare extract, Lens esculenta fruit extract, Ceratonia siliqua fruit extract, Nelumbo nucifera seed extract, Chenopodium quinoa seed extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Salvia sclarea extract, Hyacinthus orientalis extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Borago officinalis extract, Centaurea cyanus flower extract

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Match	—	63%	63%	62%
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Shared key ingredients	—	5 of 9	5 of 9	7 of 9
Key difference	—	Ceramide Ap	Niacinamide	Anhydroxylitol
Irritancy	Medium	Medium	Low	Medium
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Product summary

Judging from the ingredient list, "essen HERB - Ceramide Ato Green Barley Cream" works well for improving skin hydration To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Essen HERB - Ceramide Ato Green Barley Cream ticks this box. Panthenol, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate and butylene 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 (ceramide np, vinyl dimethicone, caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil and cetyl alcohol) 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

As a plus, this moisturizer also contains ceramides (ceramide np 0.50% - 0.70%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
This formulation also uses an effective concentration of panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 3.10% - 3.80%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.

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.