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“The Hanskin 7 Layer Ceramide Cream contains a strengthening formula to help the skin feel rehydrated, supple, and protected.”
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:
betaine, fructooligosaccharides.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, copernicia cerifera wax.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl glucosamine, ceramide ap, ceramide as, ceramide eop, ceramide ng, ceramide np, ceramide ns, panthenol, phytosphingosine
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: hydroxyethyl urea.
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains acetyl glucosamine.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: acetyl glucosamine, hydroxyethyl urea
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
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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 GlycerinA 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 triglycerideHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholAn 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 SqualaneHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneA type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconeUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolA type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Synthetic beeswaxHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture
More about C12-16 alcoholsA gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseA plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesUsed 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 glycolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractUsed to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractA 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 npHelps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearateNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholAn emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolA type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineA 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 ngA 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 nsA 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 apA 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 asAn essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilPure 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 TocopherolOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA 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 eopAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamineHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Magnesium pcaA derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenWater, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Dipropylene glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Squalane, Hydrogenated polydecene, Methyl trimethicone, Pentylene glycol, Phenyl trimethicone, 1,2-hexanediol, Glyceryl stearate se, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Synthetic beeswax, Hydrogenated lecithin, Cetearyl olivate, Panthenol, Sorbitan olivate, Cetearyl glucoside, C12-16 alcohols, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Glucose, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Copernicia cerifera wax, Hydrogenated rice bran oil, Stearic acid, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Palmitic acid, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Polyisobutene, Tromethamine, Fructooligosaccharides, Butylene glycol, Fructose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Xanthan gum, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Sorbitan oleate, Betaine, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Ceramide np, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Behenyl alcohol, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide ng, Ceramide ns, Ceramide ap, Ceramide as, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Tocopherol, Sodium hyaluronate, Ceramide eop, Methylpropanediol, Acetyl glucosamine, Magnesium pca, Hydroxyethyl urea, Propanediol, Sodium pca, Hydroxypropyl bispalmitamide mea, Citrus unshiu peel extract, Hydrolyzed collagen, Hydrolyzed elastin
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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.
| HanskinSeven Layer Ceramide CreamYOUR PRODUCT | celimaxDual Barrier Skin Wearable Cream | ROUND LAB1025 Dokdo Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 51% |
| Price | $21.77 | $20.75−$1.02 | $20.62−$1.15 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 12 of 29 | 12 of 29 |
| Key difference | — | Pantolactone | Hyaluronic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Judging from the ingredient list, "Hanskin - Seven Layer Ceramide Cream" works well for improving skin hydration To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Hanskin - Seven Layer Ceramide Cream ticks this box. Acetyl glucosamine, panthenol, betaine, fructooligosaccharides and fructose in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide eop, ceramide ng, ceramide np, ceramide ns and phytosphingosine) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 32.00$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 28 studies and safety reviews.
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