Indeed Labs me-NO-pause Restorative Cream
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing17 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“me-NO-pause Restorative Cream”
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:
fructose, 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: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“This intensely nourishing cream uses a unique combination of 14 different natural extracts, allantoin, and niacinamide to help reduce visible signs of aging and minimize the appearance of wrinkles.”
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.This ingredient - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Exfoliation1 ingredient credited for this claimWeak support
“It also helps to heal scarring and remove dead skin, making skin smoother and softer.”
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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Salvia miltiorrhiza leaf extractMedium 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%
Glycerin~4.6–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.1–5.1%
- 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 triglycerideIsononyl isononanoate~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateButyrospermum parkii butter~2.3–2.9%
- 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 butterCetearyl alcohol~1.9–2.3%
- 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 alcoholCyclopentasiloxane~1.6–1.9%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxaneCetyl alcohol~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCyclohexasiloxane~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneGlyceryl stearate se~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seCeteareth-20~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Phenoxyethanol~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMaltodextrin~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinCaprylyl glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAllantoin~0.3–0.6%
- 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 AllantoinOlea europaea fruit oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilCarbomer~0.35–0.6%
- 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 CarbomerFructose~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructosePentylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPropanediol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPersea gratissima oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilTamarindus indica seed gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Tamarindus indica seed gumTrifolium pratense leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Aesculus hippocastanum extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Benefits of topical application are not confirmed
More about Aesculus hippocastanum extractSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Punica granatum fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- 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 extractSwertia chirata extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have an anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Swertia chirata extractCimicifuga racemosa root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dioscorea japonica root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lithospermum erythrorhizon root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used for its fragrance
More about Lithospermum erythrorhizon root extractPapaver rhoeas petal extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zizyphus jujuba fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ziziphus jujuba fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Niacinamide~0.15–0.25%
- 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 NiacinamideXanthan gum~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSalvia miltiorrhiza leaf extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Citric acid~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isononyl isononanoate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetearyl alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl alcohol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glyceryl stearate se, Ceteareth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Maltodextrin, Caprylyl glycol, Allantoin, Olea europaea fruit oil, Carbomer, Fructose, Pentylene glycol, Propanediol, Persea gratissima oil, Tamarindus indica seed gum, Trifolium pratense leaf extract, Disodium edta, Aesculus hippocastanum extract, Sodium hydroxide, Punica granatum fruit extract, Swertia chirata extract, Cimicifuga racemosa root extract, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Lithospermum erythrorhizon root extract, Papaver rhoeas petal extract, Zizyphus jujuba fruit extract, Ziziphus jujuba fruit extract, Niacinamide, Xanthan gum, Salvia miltiorrhiza leaf extract, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid
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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.
| Indeed Labsme-NO-pause Restorative CreamYOUR PRODUCT | MarudermHyaluronic Acid Moisturizer Face & Body Cream | BiopelleEmepelle Night Cream | endota spaCellular Repair Face Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 96% | 93% | 92% |
| Price | $16.51 | $21.99+$5.48 | $195.00+$178.49 | $165.25+$148.74 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Contact dermatitis to extract of horse chestnut (esculin)pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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