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MoisturizingPanthenol, Phytosphingosine + 12 moreWorks well
“Soothes skin and reduces redness Immediate shaving relief Skin is left feeling cool and refreshed More Product Information”
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, methyl gluceth-20.
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: dimethicone, jojoba esters.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol, phytosphingosine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Menthoxypropanediol, Zingiber officinale root extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Propanediol~4.9–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPpg-15 stearyl ether~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Ppg-15 stearyl etherDimethicone~3.1–3.8%
- 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 DimethiconePropanediol dicaprylate/caprate~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oleth-20~1.9–2.4%
Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivateGlycerin~1.4–1.8%
- 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 GlycerinJojoba esters~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersButylene glycol~0.9–1.15%
- 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 glycolIsododecane~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderSclerocarya birrea seed oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerPanthenol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolMenthoxypropanediol~0.45–0.7%
Bisabolol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractPhytosphingosine~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineOcimum sanctum leaf powder~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silybum marianum fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractZingiber officinale root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.55%
- 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 acetateParfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiablesMethyl gluceth-20~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Polysorbate 80~0.3–0.55%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%
- 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 crosspolymerEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Bht~0.2–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.1–0.2%
Benzoic acid~0.1–0.2%
Sorbic acid~0.1–0.2%
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholLimonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Ppg-15 stearyl ether, Dimethicone, Propanediol dicaprylate/caprate, Oleth-20, Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate, Glycerin, Jojoba esters, Butylene glycol, Isododecane, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Panthenol, Menthoxypropanediol, Bisabolol, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Phytosphingosine, Ocimum sanctum leaf powder, Silybum marianum fruit extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Parfum, Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables, Methyl gluceth-20, Polysorbate 80, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Benzoic acid, Sorbic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| HarrysPost Shave BalmYOUR PRODUCT | LubridermMen's 3-in-1 Body, Face & Post-Shave Lotion Light Fragrance | Every Man JackShave Gel, Sensitive Skin Fragrance Free | BIOTHERMAFTER-SHAVE EMULSION | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 41% | 40% |
| Price | $15.50 | — | $11.40−$4.10 | $59.49+$43.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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