Functionalab Intense Hydration Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl oligopeptide + 12 moreStrong evidence
“Intense Hydration 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 soy protein.
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, myristyl myristate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl oligopeptide, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7
Anti-agingPalmitoyl oligopeptide, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 + 1 moreModerate evidence
“SIRTUIN CELLULAR ACTIVATORS The ultimate anti-aging cream Provides an anti-sagging and anti-wrinkle effect Improves firmness of the skin and redefines facial contours Activates the skin hydration process Improves short-, medium, and long-term hydration All skin types This restorative anti-aging cream is ideal not only for very dry skin, but also for mature skin that's sensitive to intrinsic dehydration due to hormonal changes.”
This product contains palmitoyl oligopeptide, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7. These ingredients 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, LimoneneMedium risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.7–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinIsodecyl neopentanoate~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
More about Isodecyl neopentanoateEthylhexyl palmitate~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateGlyceryl dilaurate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Glyceryl dilaurateOctyldodecyl stearate~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Octyldodecyl stearateMyristyl myristate~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.5–1.8%
- 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 butterCetyl alcohol~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholGlyceryl stearate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-75 stearate~0.7–1.05%
Butylene glycol~0.55–0.85%
- 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 glycolCeteth-20~0.65–0.95%
Steareth-20~0.55–0.85%
Myristyl laurate~0.45–0.65%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerOryza sativa extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractDimer tripeptide-43~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Palmitoyl oligopeptide~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl oligopeptidePalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Hydrolyzed soy protein~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinSorbitan oleate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateSorbitan laurate~0.25–0.5%
Myristyl malate phosphonic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carbomer~0.25–0.45%
- 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 CarbomerPolysorbate 20~0.25–0.45%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSorbic acid~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Glyceryl dilaurate, Octyldodecyl stearate, Myristyl myristate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-75 stearate, Butylene glycol, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Myristyl laurate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Oryza sativa extract, Dimer tripeptide-43, Palmitoyl oligopeptide, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Sorbitan oleate, Sorbitan laurate, Myristyl malate phosphonic acid, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Caprylyl glycol, Sorbic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Limonene, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| FunctionalabIntense Hydration CreamYOUR PRODUCT | AlgenistOvernight Restorative Cream | Perricone MDTreatments Neuropeptide Night Cream | M-61Hydraboost Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 59% | 58% |
| Price | $160.00 | $84.47−$75.53 | — | $74.80−$85.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Dipeptide-2 | Urea |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Functionalab - Intense Hydration Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Glycerin, hydrolyzed soy protein, 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). Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, butyrospermum parkii butter, myristyl myristate, cetyl alcohol and ethylhexyl palmitate 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
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.30% - 0.60% and palmitoyl oligopeptide 0.45% - 0.65%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
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 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 160.00$ 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 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Extracts from Glycine max (soybean) induce elastin synthesis and inhibit elastase activityonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Soy Peptides as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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