Holika Holika Watermelon 96% Soothing Gel
Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Allantoin + 8 moreWorks well
“Delivering intense hydration deep into the pores, the non-sticky consistency is comfortable on the skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": allantoin, glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Also helping to fight hyperpigmentation, this fantastic fruit brightens the complexion.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-agingSide benefit the brand mentions · Centella asiatica extractMay help
“Red-colored Lycopene keeps cells young by removing oxidants that cause the aging phenomenon in our body.”
This product contains centella asiatica extract. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract + 4 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy16 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Citrullus lanatus fruit extract~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractButylene glycol~5.9–8.8%
- 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 glycol1,2-hexanediol~2.4–3.6%
Glycereth-26~3.6–5.5%
Water~2.9–4.4%
Allantoin~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinPanthenol~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAloe barbadensis leaf extract~1.6–2.5%
- 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 extractDioscorea japonica root extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Laminaria japonica extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Laminaria japonica extractPortulaca oleracea extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractGlycerin~0.55–1.3%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolEctoin~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinCentella asiatica extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Centella asiatica extractFragaria chiloensis fruit extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Punica granatum fruit extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractSchisandra chinensis fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A berry extract that might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Schisandra chinensis fruit extractSolanum lycopersicum fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saussurea involucrata extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carbomer~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPeg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilTromethamine~0.35–0.75%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.7%
Buteth-3~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps protect the ingredients in the formulation against UV light
More about Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonateTributyl citrate~0.2–0.75%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.5%
Ci 17200~0.1–0.45%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Glycereth-26, Water, Allantoin, Panthenol, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Laminaria japonica extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Glycerin, Propanediol, Ectoin, Centella asiatica extract, Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Schisandra chinensis fruit extract, Solanum lycopersicum fruit extract, Saussurea involucrata extract, Carbomer, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Tromethamine, Disodium edta, Buteth-3, Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate, Tributyl citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ci 17200, Ci 19140, Phenoxyethanol
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Holika HolikaWatermelon 96% Soothing GelYOUR PRODUCT | ROUND LABBaby Mild Soothing Gel | skintific5% Panthenol Acne Calming Water Gel | ISNTREEAloe Soothing Gel Fresh Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Price | — | $14.01 | $17.39 | $10.29 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Oatmeal Extract | Oatmeal Extract | Betaine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Analyzing Lycopene Content in Fruitssciencedirect.com
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- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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