Holika Holika Good Cera Super Ceramide Emulsion
Works for
MoisturizingCeramide np, Ceramide ap + 31 moreWorks well
“A lightweight emulsion that hydrates and protects dry, sensitive 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:
betaine, glycerin.
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, glycine soja sterols.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Slightly acidic emulsion uses ceramide to replenish and maintain skin moisture, and bacillus extract to buff away dead skin cells.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Cymbopogon citratus leaf oil + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Hydrogenated polyisobutene~5.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneCyclopentasiloxane~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneBetaine~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineGlycerin~2.4–2.9%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~1.9–2.3%
- 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 glycolNeopentyl glycol dicaprate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Neopentyl glycol dicaprate1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1%
C14-22 alcohols~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsHydrogenated lecithin~0.95–1.2%
- 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 lecithinDimethicone~0.75–1.15%
- 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 DimethiconeCetearyl alcohol~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.6–0.85%
- 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 triglycerideC12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerBatyl alcohol~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol. Used to stabilize other ingredients and is an emollient
More about Batyl alcoholStearic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCamellia oleifera seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilLecithin~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinTocopheryl 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 acetateEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%
Xanthan gum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Glyceryl stearate~0.3–0.55%
- 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 stearateSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePolyquaternium-51~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Niacinamide~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideGlycerylamidoethyl methacrylate/stearyl methacrylate copolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexyl isononanoate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product consistency
More about Ethylhexyl isononanoateDipropylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolAlteromonas ferment extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A marine extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It is claimed to have anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Alteromonas ferment extractPropylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPhytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleateBacillus ferment~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of bacterial fermentation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Bacillus fermentLavandula angustifolia oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCeramide np~0.3–0.55%
- 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 npHydroxypropyl bispalmitamide mea~0.3–0.55%
Glycine soja sterols~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Glycine soja sterolsYeast extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractMeadowfoam estolide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a more even product formulation
More about Meadowfoam estolideGlycoproteins~0.25–0.45%
Glyceryl polymethacrylate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Glyceryl polymethacrylateCymbopogon citratus leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus grandis peel oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilAleuritic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Theobroma cacao seed extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Pelargonium graveolens oil~0.2–0.4%
Cetearyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideHydrogenated polydecene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilSantalum album oil~0.2–0.4%
Pogostemon cablin oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chamomilla recutita flower oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilGlycosphingolipids~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipids naturally present in skin. They can be converted to ceramides in skin
More about GlycosphingolipidsGlyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleate~0.15–0.3%
Ceteareth-20~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Butyrospermum 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 butterCeramide ap~0.15–0.25%
- 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 apCeramide eop~0.15–0.25%
- 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 eopIngredient list view
Water, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Cyclopentasiloxane, Betaine, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Neopentyl glycol dicaprate, 1,2-hexanediol, C14-22 alcohols, Hydrogenated lecithin, Dimethicone, Cetearyl alcohol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Batyl alcohol, Stearic acid, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Lecithin, Tocopheryl acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Glyceryl stearate, Sodium hyaluronate, Polyquaternium-51, Niacinamide, Glycerylamidoethyl methacrylate/stearyl methacrylate copolymer, Ethylhexyl isononanoate, Dipropylene glycol, Alteromonas ferment extract, Propylene glycol, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Bacillus ferment, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Ceramide np, Hydroxypropyl bispalmitamide mea, Glycine soja sterols, Yeast extract, Meadowfoam estolide, Glycoproteins, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Cymbopogon citratus leaf oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Aleuritic acid, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Cetearyl glucoside, Hydrogenated polydecene, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Santalum album oil, Pogostemon cablin oil, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Glycosphingolipids, Glyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleate, Ceteareth-20, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop
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| Holika HolikaGood Cera Super Ceramide EmulsionYOUR PRODUCT | Up&UpPM Facial Moisturizing Lotion - - up & up | CeraVePM Facial Moisturizing Lotion | THE FACE SHOPDr.Belmeur Daily Repair Moisturizer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 88% | 88% |
| Price | $16.83 | — | $13.78−$3.05 | $22.65+$5.82 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 19 | 8 of 19 | 8 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | Phytosphingosine | Phytosphingosine | Ceramide As |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Holika Holika - Good Cera Super Ceramide Emulsion" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 0.30% - 0.55%, ceramide eop 0.15% - 0.25% and ceramide ap 0.10% - 0.20%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Price
The product retails from 36.70CA$ up to 37.76CA$ in Canada, for 48.12A$ in Australia, from 11.78$ up to 18.80$ in the United States and from 18.95£ up to 20.95£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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