Givenchy

Givenchy Blanc Divin Brightening Lotion

Name: Givenchy - Blanc Divin Brightening Lotion
Brand: Givenchy

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Moisturizing

Glycerin, Polyglycerin-3 + 6 more

Works

What the product description says

“The first essential step, this ultra-fine and highly moisturizing lotion envelops the skin in a revitalizing and replumping wave of freshness.”

Source: Sephora Hong Kong

This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, polyglycerin-3.

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).

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~2.9–4.4%

Polyglycerin-3Key active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~1.1–1.7%

Methyl gluceth-20Key active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it~0.2–0.75%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.35%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~5.1–7.6%

Propylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating~2.2–3.4%

Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~1.3–2%

Zinc gluconateUnder-dosedTypically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin~0.05–0.3%

Evens skin tone

Side benefit the brand mentions · Ascorbyl glucoside, Prunus mume fruit extract + 1 more

May help

What the product description says

“purer and clearer, with a smooth texture and even complexion.”

Source: Sephora Hong Kong

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: ascorbyl glucoside, prunus mume fruit extract.

Ascorbyl glucosideKey activeEffect: MediumA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products~1.7–2.6%

Prunus mume fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence of effectiveness is lacking~0.05–0.15%

Zinc gluconateEffect: Low, below effective doseTypically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin~0.05–0.3%

Anti-oxidation

Side benefit · Ascorbyl glucoside, Prunus mume fruit extract + 1 more

May help

This product contains antioxidants (ascorbyl glucoside) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Prunus mume fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence of effectiveness is lacking~0.05–0.15%

Anti-aging

Side benefit · Ascorbyl glucoside, Zinc gluconate

May help

This product contains ascorbyl glucoside. 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.

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

3 strong irritants: Alcohol, Parfum + 1 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 13 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~2.2–3.4%est.

AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~1–1.5%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.15–0.55%est.

Malva sylvestris extract—High~0.1–0.35%est.

Bellis perennis flower extractA plant extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

Ascorbyl glucosideA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in productsMedium~1.7–2.6%est.

Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~1.3–2%est.

Sodium citrateHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve productsMedium~0.4–0.95%est.

Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.35–0.8%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.1–0.4%est.

Zinc gluconateTypically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skinMedium~0.05–0.3%est.

BhtA preservativeMedium~0.01–0.05%est.

Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.1%est.

Comedogenic

Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients

None flagged

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Butylene glycol~5.1–7.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Glycerin~2.9–4.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

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

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Propylene glycol~2.2–3.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Ascorbyl glucoside~1.7–2.6%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Evens skin toneAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products

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Pentylene glycol~1.3–2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Alcohol~1–1.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Antibacterial

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

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Polyglycerin-3~1.1–1.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Tromethamine~0.85–1.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Sodium citrate~0.4–0.95%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products

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Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Methyl gluceth-20~0.2–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it

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Parfum~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Hydroxylated lecithin~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Xanthan gum~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Citric acid~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

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

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Malva sylvestris extract~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Zinc gluconate~0.05–0.3%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationExfoliationEvens skin toneAnti-blemishAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin

More about Zinc gluconate

Bellis perennis flower extract~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A plant extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Prunus mume fruit extract~0.05–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationEvens skin tone

A plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence of effectiveness is lacking

More about Prunus mume fruit extract

Bht~0.01–0.05%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Sodium phosphate~0.01–0.05%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps stabilize the product formulation

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Magnolia obovata bark extract~0.01–0.05%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ingredient list view

Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Ascorbyl glucoside, Pentylene glycol, Alcohol, Polyglycerin-3, Tromethamine, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium citrate, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Methyl gluceth-20, Parfum, Hydroxylated lecithin, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Malva sylvestris extract, Zinc gluconate, Bellis perennis flower extract, Prunus mume fruit extract, Bht, Potassium sorbate, Sodium phosphate, Magnolia obovata bark extract

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Shared key ingredients	—	3 of 4	3 of 4	2 of 4
Key difference	—	Adenosine	Niacinamide	Copper Tripeptide-1
Irritancy	High	Medium	Medium	Medium
Drying alcohol	Contains drying alcohol	—	—	Contains drying alcohol
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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.

1
Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
2
Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
3
Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
4
Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
5
The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
6
Stability, transdermal penetration, and cutaneous effects of ascorbic acid and its derivativesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
7
Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
8
Amended Safety Assessment of PEGylated Oils as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
9
Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
10
Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin careresearchgate.net
11
Zinc salts in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
12
An overview of zinc and its importance in dermatology-Part II: The association of zinc with some dermatologic disordersoatext.com
13
Zinc, copper and manganese enhanced keratinocyte migration through a functional modulation of keratinocyte integrinsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
14
Evaluation of the effects of topical zinc gluconate in wound healingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
15
A polyhydroxy acid skin care regimen provides antiaging effects comparable to an alpha-hydroxyacid regimenncbi.nlm.nih.gov
16
Applications of hydroxy acids: classification, mechanisms, and photoactivityncbi.nlm.nih.gov
17
Fermented Maesil (Prunus mume) with probiotics inhibits development of atopic dermatitis‐like skin lesions in NC/Nga miceonlinelibrary.wiley.com

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