PRODUCT REVIEW
Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion
Can it cause trouble?
Buy from Amazon US $12.97
More options from: $8.09
Price as of 3/19/2024 5:18 GMT.
More info
Add to Compare
Cheaper alternatives
Product summary
What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
3-dimensional system moisturizes, exfoliates and conditions very dry, flaky skin Enriched with Alpha Hydroxy (AHA) and Natural Moisturizing Factors Immediately restores skins radiance and delivers 24 hour hydration Fragrance, dye, and paraben free; Safe for sensitive skin Frequent washing and external factors like the environment can strip hands of vital elements needed to keep hands soft, smooth and hydrated.
caprylic/capric triglyceride
3% -
4.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
dimethicone
0.45% -
1.05%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
glycerin
0.45% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Show more
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Eucerin Intensive Repair is a clinically proven 3-Dimensional formula that moisturizes, exfoliates & conditions to repair very dry, flaky and ashy skin.
urea
0.35% -
0.85%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
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
lactic acid
0.35% -
0.85%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Exfoliation |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
75/100.
Buy now
We receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost for you. Thank you for your support! Learn more
US Retailers
AU Retailers
Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Potential irritants
benzyl alcohol
0.5% -
1%
Irritation risk:
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
benzyl alcohol
0.15% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
isopropyl palmitate
1.1% -
1.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
isopropyl palmitate
0.3% -
0.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
User reviews (0)
Similar products & dupes
| Eucerin - Intensive Repair Lotion |  Payot - Hydra 24 Super Moisturising and Comforting Care |  Skincare by Dr V - Cera Pep Moisturiser |  AmLactin - Rapid Relief Restoring Lotion + Ceramides |  Dermalex - Repair & Restore |  Superdrug - Simply Pure Hydrating Light Moisturiser |  Codexial - Enocare Pro Lipid-Replenishing Emulsion |  Pierre Fabre Health Care - Dexeryl Essential Rich Nourishing Milk |  Dermadoctor - KP Duty Dry, Rough, Bumpy Skin Therapy with 10% AHAs + PHAs |  Environ - Focus Care Moisture+ Vita-Complex Super Moisturiser |  The Grey Men - COMFORT+ FACE CREAM | |
| Price | |||||||||||
| WIMJ similarity score |
45%
|
45%
|
45%
|
43%
|
43%
|
43%
|
43%
|
42%
|
42%
|
40%
| |
| Key ingredients |
| Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other: | Common:
Other: | Common:
Other: | Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other: | Common:
Other:
|
| Irritancy | IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
|
| Potential Irritants |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| All ingredients |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
lactic acid
0.35% -
0.85%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Exfoliation,
Evens skin tone,
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
lactic acid
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Exfoliation,
Moisturizing,
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
Show more
Potential irritants
benzyl alcohol
0.5% -
1%
Irritation risk:
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
benzyl alcohol
0.15% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
isopropyl palmitate
1.1% -
1.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
isopropyl palmitate
0.3% -
0.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
All ingredients
hydrogenated castor oil
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
Show more
Ingredient list view
Hydrogenated castor oil, Peg-2 hydrogenated castor oil, Magnesium sulfate, Sodium lactate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Peg-7 hydrogenated castor oil, Sorbitan isostearate, Ozokerite, Isopropyl palmitate, Octyldodecanol, Benzyl alcohol, Peg-45/dodecyl glycol copolymer, Water, Glycerin, Urea, Lactic acid, Dimethicone, Paraffinum liquidum, Methoxy peg-22/dodecyl glycol copolymer, Water, Paraffinum liquidum, Octyldodecanol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isopropyl palmitate, Sodium lactate, Urea, Glycerin, Peg-7 hydrogenated castor oil, Benzyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Methoxy peg-22/dodecyl glycol copolymer, Peg-45/dodecyl glycol copolymer, Magnesium sulfate, Lactic acid, Ozokerite, Unknown, Hydrogenated castor oil isostearate, Hydrogenated castor oil
Sources
- Final report on the safety assessment of Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glyceryl Ricinoleate, Glyceryl Ricinoleate SE, Ricinoleic Acid, Potassium Ricinoleate, Sodium Ricinoleate, Zinc Ricinoleate, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Ethyl Ricinoleate, Glycol Ricinoleate, Isopropyl Ricinoleate, Methyl Ricinoleate, and Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate
- Castor Oil: Properties, Uses, and Optimization of Processing Parameters in Commercial Production
- Effect of ricinoleic acid in acute and subchronic experimental models of inflammation
- Safety Assessment of Magnesium Sulfate as Used in Cosmetics
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearate
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions