Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing24 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Hydrates 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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: beeswax, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, ceramide np, sh-oligopeptide-1, sh-oligopeptide-2, sh-polypeptide-1, sh-polypeptide-11, sh-polypeptide-9
Anti-aging8 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
“premature signs of aging”
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-8, sh-oligopeptide-1, sh-oligopeptide-2, sh-polypeptide-1, sh-polypeptide-11, sh-polypeptide-9. 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Sorbitan sesquioleateMedium 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~45–55%
Cetyl ethylhexanoate~4.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateButylene glycol~4.2–5.2%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinSodium hyaluronate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSorbitan stearate~2–2.4%
Cetyl alcohol~1.7–2.1%
- 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 alcoholSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSorbitan sesquioleate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateGlyceryl 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 stearateStearic acid~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCeramide np~0.6–0.9%
- 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 npPolysorbate 60~0.55–0.8%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateXanthan gum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAcrylates/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 crosspolymerBrassica oleracea italica extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Brassica oleracea italica extractGuaiazulene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A blue-colored ingredient that is traditionally used as a colorant. It has anti-inflammatory properties. For example, it is successfully used to treat diaper rash for new borns. It can help support the skin barrier by reducing inflammation
More about GuaiazuleneAcetyl hexapeptide-8~0.25–0.5%
- 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 Acetyl hexapeptide-8Lecithin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAcetyl glutamine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sh-oligopeptide-1~0.25–0.45%
- 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 Sh-oligopeptide-1Sh-oligopeptide-2~0.25–0.45%
- 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 Sh-oligopeptide-2Sh-polypeptide-1~0.25–0.45%
- 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 Sh-polypeptide-1Sh-polypeptide-9~0.25–0.45%
- 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 Sh-polypeptide-9Sh-polypeptide-11~0.25–0.45%
- 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 Sh-polypeptide-11Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.45%
Anthemis nobilis flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.55%
- 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 triglycerideCandelilla cera~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beeswax~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxMorus alba root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Morus alba root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bacillus/folic acid/soybean ferment extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Anthemis nobilis flower extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractCentella asiatica extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractBacillus/folic acid ferment extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centella asiatica extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractButyrospermum parkii butter~0.25–0.5%
- 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 butterTriethanolamine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilButyrospermum parkii butter~0.2–0.4%
- 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 butterPortulaca oleracea extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.2–0.4%
- 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 triglyceridePortulaca oleracea extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractTromethamine~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Sorbitan stearate, Cetyl alcohol, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Glyceryl stearate, Stearic acid, Ceramide np, Polysorbate 60, Chlorphenesin, Tocopheryl acetate, Xanthan gum, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Guaiazulene, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Lecithin, Acetyl glutamine, Sh-oligopeptide-1, Sh-oligopeptide-2, Sh-polypeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-9, Sh-polypeptide-11, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Candelilla cera, Beeswax, Morus alba root extract, Morus alba root extract, Bacillus/folic acid/soybean ferment extract, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Centella asiatica extract, Bacillus/folic acid ferment extract, Centella asiatica extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Triethanolamine, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Portulaca oleracea extract, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Portulaca oleracea extract, Tromethamine
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| KlairsMidnight Blue Calming CreamYOUR PRODUCT | OrjenaResponse synergy barrier cream | Saturday SkinMulti Peptide Repair Treatment Cream | |
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| Match | — | 55% | 50% |
| Price | $23.20 | $25.00+$1.80 | $24.90+$1.70 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 16 | 8 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Sh-Polypeptide-45 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Klairs - Midnight Blue Calming Cream" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Moisturizing
This moisturizer could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide 3 0.40% - 0.60%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (sh-polypeptide-11 0.15% - 0.30%, sh-polypeptide-9 0.15% - 0.25%, sh-polypeptide-1 0.15% - 0.30%, sh-oligopeptide-2 0.20% - 0.35%, sh-oligopeptide-1 0.20% - 0.35% and acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.20% - 0.40%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
What our users say
Based on 5 reviews 80% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, the majority of the reviewers (1 %) find that it clogs pores.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Klairs" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 18.58£ up to 31.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 3499.99KSH in Kenya, from 33.90A$ up to 52.00A$ in Australia, from 18.97$ up to 31.00$ in the United States and from 42.00CA$ up to 54.30CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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