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“Green Tea Balancing Cream 7 Days”
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:
arginine, aspartic acid.
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: arginine, squalane.
This product contains aspartic acid. 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.
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Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateA type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconeOne 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 create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin)A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidUsed to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholHelps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideA gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumUsed to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateAn amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
More about Aspartic acidHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractA compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateIs 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 NiacinamideHelps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidAn 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 SqualaneA 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 butterCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidHelps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidUsed 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 glycolPure 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 polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactonePropanediol, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Methyl trimethicone, Glycerin, Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin), C14-22 alcohols, 1,2-hexanediol, Stearic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Betaine, Palmitic acid, Arachidyl alcohol, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Behenyl alcohol, Glyceryl caprylate, Arachidyl glucoside, Tromethamine, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan isostearate, Hyaluronic acid, Parfum, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Aspartic acid, Glucose, Silica, Water, Arginine, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Zinc pca, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Niacinamide, Myristic acid, Squalane, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Water, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Glutamic acid, Lauric acid, Butylene glycol, Tocopherol, Gluconolactone
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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.
| innisfreeGreen Tea Balancing Cream 7 DaysYOUR PRODUCT | ACWELLPhyto Active Balancing Cream | BARULABBarusol Expert Repair Salve Cream | preangeAzulene Calm Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 88% | 87% |
| Price | $2.82 | $23.80+$20.98 | $17.10+$14.28 | $22.90+$20.08 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Adenosine | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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