"Herbar - The Barrier Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Glycerin, hyaluronic acid, saccharide isomerate, trehalose and glucose 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). Ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns, limnanthes alba seed oil and butyrospermum parkii butter in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide eop 0.05% - 0.25%, ceramide ap 0.05% - 0.15%, ceramide ns 0.10% - 0.40%, ceramide as 0.10% - 0.35% and ceramide np 0.15% - 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.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit 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.
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, hyaluronic acid.
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:
butyrospermum parkii butter, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with
the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide as, ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
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What does the product description say?
Synergistically proven to increase hydration and enhance barrier function; Proven effectiveness in accelerating the recovery of the skin barrier to improve elasticity, hydration, and reduce irritation; Not just one or two, but a blend of five ceramides to deeply nourish your skin's protective barrier; Utilizes Split Gill Mushroom to combat hyperpigmentation by inhibiting Tyrosinase, resulting in brightening and hydrating effects; Harnesses the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-melanogenesis properties of Chaga Mushroom for radiant skin; Fu-Ling/Poria Mushroom, known for its collagen-boosting and firming effects, enhances skin plumpness; Boasts a luxurious, cushion-like texture that effortlessly absorbs into the skin within seconds; 275% more moisture after a single application of PENTAVITIN® Formulated to be suitable for all skin types.
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
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
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.
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
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
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
