Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingCeramide eop, Ceramide np + 20 moreStrong evidence
“Repairing and nourishing, The Cream has ingredients that hydrate, energize, balance skin’s barrier function, boost immunity and protect the 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, glycine.
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: squalane, carthamus tinctorius seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, lanolin, phytosphingosine
Anti-agingTocopherolModerate evidence
“Key Benefits Restore, Hydrate, Strengthen Good for Stressed or Damaged Skin, Dehydration, Dullness, Wrinkles and Fine Lines, Travel”
This product contains dimethylmethoxy chromanol. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Dimethylmethoxy chromanol, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil + 3 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (dimethylmethoxy chromanol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 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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Water~45–55%
Amniotic fluid~6–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lanolin~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinButylene glycol~3–3.6%
- 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 glycolPentylene glycol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSqualane~1.9–2.3%
- 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 SqualaneEthylhexyl palmitate~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateSodium acrylates copolymer~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerGlycerin~1.1–1.3%
- 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 GlycerinCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilLinseed oil/palm oil aminopropanediol esters~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Raspberry seed oil/tocopheryl succinate aminopropanediol esters~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Luffa cylindrica seed oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lauroyl lactylate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateCeramide np~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCeramide ap~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 acetatePhytosphingosine~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineTocopherol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolCholesterol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolCeramide eop~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopHydrolyzed rice protein~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinYeast polysaccharides~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cassia angustifolia seed polysaccharide~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is sometimes referred to as "natural" hyaluronic acid (even though hyaluronic acid is not unnatural and is present in human skin)
More about Cassia angustifolia seed polysaccharideHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidHydrolyzed pea protein~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Proline~0.25–0.45%
Lecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPapain~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainDiaminopropionoyl tripeptide-33~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethylmethoxy chromanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Dimethylmethoxy chromanolGlycine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineSodium carbomer~0.25–0.45%
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.4%
Dipotassium edta~0.2–0.4%
Benzoic acid~0.25–0.45%
Methylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Propylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolHydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCarbomer~0.15–0.25%
- 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 CarbomerXanthan gum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium chloride~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideIngredient list view
Water, Amniotic fluid, Lanolin, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Squalane, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Glycerin, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Linseed oil/palm oil aminopropanediol esters, Raspberry seed oil/tocopheryl succinate aminopropanediol esters, Luffa cylindrica seed oil, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Ceramide np, Ceramide ap, Tocopheryl acetate, Phytosphingosine, Tocopherol, Cholesterol, Ceramide eop, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Yeast polysaccharides, Cassia angustifolia seed polysaccharide, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed pea protein, Proline, Lecithin, Papain, Diaminopropionoyl tripeptide-33, Dimethylmethoxy chromanol, Glycine, Sodium carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium edta, Benzoic acid, Methylparaben, Chlorphenesin, Propylene glycol, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Benzyl alcohol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Xanthan gum, Sodium chloride
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| JOANNA CZECHThe CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Key SoulcareSKIN TRANSFORMATION CREAM FRAGRANCE FREE | Biovène Barcelona | The conscious™CERAMIDES NIGHT REPAIR Barrier-Boosting Night Cream with Extra-Hydrating HA, Ceramides, CICA & Organic Banana | [coat]sTriple Moisture Water Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 54% | 54% |
| Price | $210.00 | — | $9.00−$201.00 | $9.99−$200.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 15 | 7 of 15 | 6 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Sodium Hyaluronate | Sodium Polyacrylate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "JOANNA CZECH - The Cream" works well for improving skin hydration To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. JOANNA CZECH - The Cream ticks this box. Glycerin, glycine, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, hydrolyzed rice protein and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine, lanolin and carthamus tinctorius seed oil in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide eop 0.25% - 0.50%, phytosphingosine 0.30% - 0.60%, ceramide ap 0.30% - 0.60% and ceramide np 0.40% - 0.60%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 210.00$ 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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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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