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MoisturizingGlycerin, Palmitic acid + 4 moreWorks
“Product Information Shaving Gel that creates a rich, comforting lather Features ', Multi-layer lubricant provides incredible razor glide , Optimized Cooling formula for a refreshing feeling , Superior moisture retention (vs Mach 3 shaving gels) , Mach 3's Complete Defense against razor burn (vs Mach 3 shaving foams) , Use with Mach 3 Razors Benefits Gillette Mach 3 Extra Comfort Shaving Gel works into a rich, comforting lather that provides superior moisture retention for your skin (compared to Mach 3 shaving gels).”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sorbitol.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, MentholMedium 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~4.2–6.3%
- 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 GlycerinPalmitic acid~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidTriethanolamine~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineIsopentane~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl oleate~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateStearic acid~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidIsobutane~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sorbitol~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolHydroxyethylcellulose~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseParfum~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumMenthol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Peg-90m~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bht~0.35–0.8%
Peg-23m~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Myristic acid~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidLauric acid~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidSilica~0.3–0.7%
Lecithin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinTocopherol~0.1–0.4%
- 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 palmitate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateCi 42053~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 42090~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Palmitic acid, Triethanolamine, Isopentane, Glyceryl oleate, Stearic acid, Isobutane, Sorbitol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Parfum, Menthol, Peg-90m, Bht, Peg-23m, Myristic acid, Lauric acid, Silica, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Ci 42053, Ci 42090
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| GilletteMACH3 Extra Comfort Shaving GelYOUR PRODUCT | AveenoTherapeutic Shave Gel | Gillette Satin CareUltra Sensitive Shave Gel Twin Pack | Gillette FusionMoisturizing Hydra Gel Men's Shave Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 43% | 42% |
| Price | — | $4.47 | $5.79 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | — | Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: L'Oréal Paris Men Expert Sensitive Shave GelEvery Man Jack Shave Gel, Sensitive Skin Fragrance Free
Product summary
"Gillette - MACH3 Extra Comfort Shaving Gel" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 4.20% - 6.30%). 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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