
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
“Hormocenta Nachtcreme is an intensive moisturizing and protective night cream, specially developed for the needs of mature 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:
glycerin, peg-8.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, cera alba.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
“The rich formulation gently strengthens the skin overnight and protects it from premature signs of aging due to light-induced stress.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
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Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Decyl oleateA 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 triglycerideHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherEnhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Macadamia integrifolia seed oilUsed to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxOne 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 GlycerinHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateA 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 acetateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolA plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinUsed to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePure 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 TocopherolA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidWater, Decyl oleate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propylene glycol, Dicaprylyl ether, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Synthetic wax, Methyl glucose dioleate, Glycerin, Peg-45/dodecyl glycol copolymer, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Cera alba, Sorbitan isostearate, Magnesium sulfate, Tocopheryl acetate, Peg-2 hydrogenated castor oil, Ozokerite, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated castor oil, Parfum, Benzyl alcohol, Allantoin, Methylparaben, Peg-8, Retinyl palmitate, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Lactic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Dehydroacetic acid, Sorbic acid, Limonene, Benzoic acid, Tocopherol, Hexyl cinnamal, Citronellol, Benzyl salicylate, Linalool, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Benzyl acetate, Ascorbyl palmitate, Eugenol, Benzyl benzoate, Ascorbic acid, Geranyl acetate
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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.
| HormocentaNachtcremeYOUR PRODUCT | January LabsRetexturizing Night Cream | Augustinus BaderDiscovery Size The Cream The Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 51% |
| Price | $32.50 | $86.00+$53.50 | $44.82+$12.32 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 6 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Based on the ingredient list, "Hormocenta - Nachtcreme" can work well for skin moisturization. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Panthenol, glycerin, peg-8 and propylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Theobroma cacao seed butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride, cera alba, helianthus annuus seed oil and c12-15 alkyl benzoate in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 32.50$ in the United States.
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