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MoisturizingPhytosphingosine, Ceramide eop + 14 moreStrong evidence
“Shabon Hand 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:
glycerin, hydrolyzed silk.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, cholesterol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, petrolatum, phytosphingosine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.9%
- 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~3.5–5.2%
- 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 glycolIsopropyl palmitate~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitatePetrolatum~2.1–3.1%
- 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 PetrolatumButyrospermum parkii butter~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHydrogenated lecithin~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinCeramide np~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide npCeramide ap~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide apCeramide eop~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide eopRoyal jelly extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A compound secreted by bees. Might be able to attract water to the top layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to honey and bee products
More about Royal jelly extractCarbomer~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPeg-150 stearate~0.35–0.85%
Polyglyceryl-10 pentastearate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium hydroxide~0.3–0.7%
Stearic acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidSodium stearoyl lactylate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl lactylateTocopherol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolAscorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateHydrolyzed keratin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Wool~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateHydrolyzed silk~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed silkCholesterol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolWool~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phytosphingosine~0.1–0.5%
- 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 PhytosphingosineXanthan gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBehenyl alcohol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholStearyl alcohol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholMethylparaben~0.05–0.15%
Propylparaben~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Isopropyl palmitate, Petrolatum, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ceramide np, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Royal jelly extract, Carbomer, Peg-150 stearate, Polyglyceryl-10 pentastearate, Potassium hydroxide, Stearic acid, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Hydrolyzed keratin, Wool, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Hydrolyzed silk, Cholesterol, Wool, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan gum, Behenyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum
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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.
| FIANCEEShabon Hand CreamYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeReparative Hand Cream | DermaticaRestoring Ceramide Skin Balm | CurelDaily Healing Hand and Body Lotion for Dry Skin Unscented | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 65% | 62% | 60% |
| Price | $11.80 | $5.73−$6.07 | $7.95−$3.85 | $8.69−$3.11 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 9 | 7 of 9 | 8 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Hyaluronate | — | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "FIANCEE - Shabon Hand Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Glycerin, hydrolyzed silk, royal jelly extract and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine, petrolatum and cholesterol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.10% - 0.50%, ceramide eop 0.80% - 1.25%, ceramide ap 0.95% - 1.45% and ceramide np 1.20% - 1.90%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 12.00A$ in Australia and for 11.80$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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