Heimish Moisture Surge Gel Cream
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Moisturizing17 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Moisture Surge Gel Cream”
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: dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 3, phytosphingosine
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Rosa damascena extract, Ocimum basilicum leaf extract — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Citrullus lanatus seed extract~4–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinDimethicone~2.9–4.3%
- 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 DimethiconeButylene glycol~2.1–3.1%
- 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 glycolPhenyl trimethicone~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeSorbitol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolMoringa oleifera seed oil~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilMel~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelRosa damascena extract~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractAloe barbadensis flower extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Aloe barbadensis flower extractCeramide 3~0.4–1%
- 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 3Aloe vera leaf extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateRosa damascena extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractSolanum melongena fruit extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractButyrospermum parkii butter~0.2–0.8%
- 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 butterCurcuma longa root extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A 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 extractRosa damascena extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractOcimum basilicum leaf extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a frangrance. Can be irritating. Might have some anti-bacterial properties
More about Ocimum basilicum leaf extractPhytosphingosine~0.15–0.55%
- 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 PhytosphingosineGlucose~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseVitis vinifera~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis viniferaTocopherol~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 TocopherolHydrogenated lecithin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps 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 lecithin1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.45%
Trehalose~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseHydroxyacetophenone~0.1–0.4%
Acrylates crosspolymer~0.1–0.4%
Tromethamine~0.1–0.4%
Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateProline~0.1–0.45%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateAcrylic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylyl glycol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIngredient list view
Water, Citrullus lanatus seed extract, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Phenyl trimethicone, Sorbitol, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Mel, Rosa damascena extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Ceramide 3, Aloe vera leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Rosa damascena extract, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Curcuma longa root extract, Rosa damascena extract, Ocimum basilicum leaf extract, Phytosphingosine, Glucose, Unknown, Vitis vinifera, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated lecithin, 1,2-hexanediol, Trehalose, Hydroxyacetophenone, Unknown, Acrylates crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Unknown, Proline, Unknown, Glyceryl caprylate, Acrylic acid, Caprylyl glycol
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| HeimishMoisture Surge Gel CreamYOUR PRODUCT | herbery earthFresh Honey All In One Moist Gel D | White FormulaCPAQUA Super Moist Gel With Hyaluronic Acid | Meishoku Brilliant ColorsCeracolla Perfect Gel Cream | |
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| Match | — | 63% | 61% | 60% |
| Price | $30.41 | $16.60−$13.81 | $24.20−$6.21 | $15.18−$15.23 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 6 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Oligopeptide-1 | Niacinamide | Ceramide 6 Ii |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Heimish - Moisture Surge Gel Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Heimish - Moisture Surge Gel Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, trehalose, glucose and mel) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide 3, phytosphingosine, dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone and mel) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains ceramides (ceramide 3 0.40% - 1.00% and phytosphingosine 0.15% - 0.55%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Irritation risk
We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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