Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Madecassoside + 13 moreWorks well
“illiyoon Ultra Repair Intensive Care Cream is an intensive hydrating cream that helps sooth and repair dry 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:
panthenol, butylene glycol.
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, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: madecassoside, panthenol
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“PHA content offers mild exfolidation for supple, smooth skin express.”
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Madecassoside, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (madecassoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Madecassoside, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 1 moreMay help
This product contains madecassoside. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.4–6.6%
- 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 glycolCetyl ethylhexanoate~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateDimethicone~3.1–3.8%
- 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 DimethiconePanthenol~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolCetearyl alcohol~1.8–2.2%
- 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 alcoholPolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.4–1.7%
- 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 butterGlyceryl stearate~1.1–1.3%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateHydroxypropyl starch phosphate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphatePolyacrylate-13~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Parfum~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPolyisobutene~0.45–0.65%
Stearic acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidHydrogenated lecithin~0.35–0.65%
- 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 lecithinGlyceryl caprylate~0.4–0.6%
- 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 caprylateLinalool~0.25–0.5%
Panax ginseng root water~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Polysorbate 20~0.25–0.45%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateCitronellol~0.15–0.3%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.3%
Squalane~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneBupleurum chinense root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica acutiloba root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ophiopogon japonicus root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function, but research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Ophiopogon japonicus root extractLimonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.2–0.4%
Madecassoside~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about Madecassoside1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.35%
Pinus koraiensis seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Natto gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sesamum indicum seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilCamellia japonica seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia japonica seed oilPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilTocopherol~0.1–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolPrunus mume seed extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nelumbo nucifera seed extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Dimethicone, Panthenol, Cetearyl alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Polyacrylate-13, Parfum, Polyisobutene, Stearic acid, Hydrogenated lecithin, Glyceryl caprylate, Linalool, Panax ginseng root water, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan isostearate, Citronellol, Hexyl cinnamal, Squalane, Bupleurum chinense root extract, Angelica acutiloba root extract, Ophiopogon japonicus root extract, Limonene, Geraniol, Madecassoside, 1,2-hexanediol, Pinus koraiensis seed oil, Natto gum, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Camellia japonica seed oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Tocopherol, Prunus mume seed extract, Nelumbo nucifera seed extract
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| ILLIYOONUltra Repair Intensive Care CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Etude HouseSoonJung Cica Balm-Panthensoside 5 | La Roche-PosayCicaplast Baume B5 For Dry Skin Irritations | GOONGBEPri-mmune Moisture Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 59% | 58% |
| Price | — | $14.11 | $10.29 | $88.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassic Acid | Glycerin | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "ILLIYOON - Ultra Repair Intensive Care Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Panthenol and butylene 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). Emollients in this formulation (sesamum indicum seed oil, butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone, squalane and cetearyl alcohol) 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
- Actives derived from an extract of the Centella Asiatica plant (also known as Gotu Kola) - madecassoside 0.20% - 0.40% The Centella Asiatica Actives, even in low concentration, can help reduce inflammation in skin, strengthen the skin barrier and reduce photodamage. They can also help to decrease scarring.
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 2.20% - 2.70% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Irritation risk
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.
Price
The product retails for 35.00A$ in Australia and for 24.42$ in the United States.
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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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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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