"Face Reality - Cran-Peptide Cream" has a good moisturizing formula. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Glycerin, butylene glycol and caprylyl 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). Caprylic/capric triglyceride, cetearyl alcohol, coco-caprylate/caprate, caprylyl glycol and hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.

Ingredient callouts

This moisturizer also contains Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-38 0.20% - 0.35%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.

Irritation risk

This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. 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.

Does not work for

Anti-blemish

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Dry skin deserves ultra-rich moisture. This restorative, soothing moisturizer contains a dynamic blend of peptides and antioxidants, leaving skin deeply nourished without feeling greasy.

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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, butylene glycol.

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, cetearyl alcohol.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tripeptide-38

Glycerin2.5% - 3%

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

Palmitoyl tripeptide-380.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:HIGH

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

Caprylic/capric triglyceride6.3% - 7.7%

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

Moringa oleifera seed extract0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:MEDIUM

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect

Cetearyl alcohol3.8% - 4.7%

Irritation risk:Comedogenicity:MediumConcentration:Effectiveness:MEDIUM

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

Coco-caprylate/caprate3.2% - 3.9%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:MEDIUM

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:LOW

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

Caprylyl glycol0.6% - 0.9%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:LOW

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

Butylene glycol0.1% - 0.15%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness: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

Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin0.25% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:LOW

Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin

Anti-aging

This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-38. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.

Palmitoyl tripeptide-380.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:MEDIUM

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

Anti-blemish

What does the product description say?

In addition, Cran-Peptide Cream won't cause breakouts, even for the most acne-prone skin.

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Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

Melia azadirachta leaf extract0.25% - 0.45%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:LOW

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

Key Actives

Melia azadirachta leaf extract0.25% - 0.45%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Antibacterial, Anti-blemish

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

Palmitoyl tripeptide-380.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Moisturizing, Anti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

Caprylic/capric triglyceride6.3% - 7.7%

Irritation risk:

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

Glycerin2.5% - 3%

Irritation risk:

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

Hamamelis virginiana extract0.1% - 0.15%

Irritation risk:

Works for:Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

Potential irritants

Alcohol denat.1.7% - 2.1%

Irritation risk:

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

Eclipta prostrata extract0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating

Hamamelis virginiana water0.25% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

Melia azadirachta leaf extract0.25% - 0.45%

Irritation risk:

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

Alcohol0.25% - 0.45%

Irritation risk:

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

Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties

Hamamelis virginiana extract0.1% - 0.15%

Irritation risk:

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

Caprylic/capric triglyceride6.3% - 7.7%

Irritation risk:

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

Potassium sorbate0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

A preservative

Caprylyl glycol0.6% - 0.9%

Irritation risk:

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

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

Tocopheryl acetate0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

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.

Ethylhexylglycerin0.4% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

A preservative

Citric acid0.25% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin0.25% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin

Moringa oleifera seed extract0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect

Comedogenic ingredients

Cetearyl alcohol3.8% - 4.7%

Irritation risk:Comedogenicity:Medium

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Water45% - 55%

Irritation risk:

Plain old water

Caprylic/capric triglyceride6.3% - 7.7%

Irritation risk:

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

Cetearyl alcohol3.8% - 4.7%

Irritation risk:Comedogenicity:Medium

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

Coco-caprylate/caprate3.2% - 3.9%

Irritation risk:

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

Glycerin2.5% - 3%

Irritation risk:

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

Cetearyl olivate2% - 2.4%

Irritation risk:

Helps oil and water mix together

Alcohol denat.1.7% - 2.1%

Irritation risk:

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

Phenoxyethanol0.5% - 1%

Irritation risk:

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

Sorbitan olivate1.2% - 1.4%

Irritation risk:

Helps oil and water mix together

Xanthan gum0.95% - 1.15%

Irritation risk:

Used to create a thicker product consistency

Potassium sorbate0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

A preservative

Caprylyl glycol0.6% - 0.9%

Irritation risk:

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

Sodium gluconate0.5% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Helps stabilize product formulations

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

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

Tocopheryl acetate0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Totarol0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Ethylhexylglycerin0.4% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

A preservative

Eclipta prostrata extract0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating

Hamamelis virginiana water0.25% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

Citric acid0.25% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

Melia azadirachta leaf extract0.25% - 0.45%

Irritation risk:

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

Alcohol0.25% - 0.45%

Irritation risk:

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

Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin0.25% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin

Methylglucoside phosphate0.25% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Copper lysinate/prolinate0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Moringa oleifera seed extract0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect

Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties

Palmitoyl tripeptide-380.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

Maltodextrin0.15% - 0.3%

Irritation risk:

Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil

Sodium hydroxide0.15% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Used to adjust the product's pH

Syringa vulgaris leaf cell culture extract0.1% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Butylene glycol0.1% - 0.15%

Irritation risk:

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

Hamamelis virginiana extract0.1% - 0.15%

Irritation risk:

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

Ingredient list view

Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glycerin, Cetearyl olivate, Alcohol denat., Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan olivate, Xanthan gum, Potassium sorbate, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium gluconate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Tocopheryl acetate, Totarol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Eclipta prostrata extract, Hamamelis virginiana water, Citric acid, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Alcohol, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Methylglucoside phosphate, Copper lysinate/prolinate, Moringa oleifera seed extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Maltodextrin, Sodium hydroxide, Syringa vulgaris leaf cell culture extract, Butylene glycol, Hamamelis virginiana extract

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