Works for
MoisturizingCeramide 3, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 14 moreWorks well
“The ultimate in hydration for dewy, soft skin.”
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 3
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow 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%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.7–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideButylene glycol~4.3–5.3%
- 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 glycolButyrospermum parkii butter~3.4–4.1%
- 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 butterGlycerin~2.6–3.1%
- 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 GlycerinSqualane~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneDecyl oleate~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Decyl oleateIsononyl isononanoate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateVitis vinifera seed oil~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilCeramide 3~1.1–1.3%
- 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 3Hydroxypropyl bisstearamide mea~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipropylene glycol~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolCholesteryl isostearate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 60~0.55–0.8%
Cholesterol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolSorbitan stearate~0.45–0.7%
Cetyl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 alcoholTricaprylin~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Can increase penetration of other ingredients
More about TricaprylinCeteareth-20~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Propylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholDimethicone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconeCarbomer~0.15–0.3%
- 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 CarbomerStearic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidTriethanolamine~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolaminePhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Butylene glycol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glycerin, Squalane, Decyl oleate, Isononyl isononanoate, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Ceramide 3, Hydroxypropyl bisstearamide mea, Dipropylene glycol, Cholesteryl isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Cholesterol, Sorbitan stearate, Cetyl alcohol, Tricaprylin, Ceteareth-20, Propylene glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Carbomer, Stearic acid, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| Fundamentals1% CeramideYOUR PRODUCT | cvs> > > > > CVS Health Moisturizing Lotion | ZiajaonlineZiaja Sensitive Skin Firming Night Cream | CeraVeFace and Body Moisturizing Cream for Normal to Dry Skin Fragrance Free | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 54% | 54% |
| Price | — | $16.29 | — | $6.38 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide 6 Ii | Phytosphingosine | Ceramide 6 Ii |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Fundamentals - 1% Ceramide" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (ceramide 3 1.10% - 1.30%). 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.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.60% - 3.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
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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- 2
- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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