Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Dimethicone + 6 moreWorks well
“Softens skin with lasting 24-hour hydration”
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, propylene 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: dimethicone, peg-10 dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingTocopherolNot delivered
“Our formula, with these compounds, helps skin resist early signs of aging including uneven texture, dullness, and dry fine lines.”
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.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Visibly evens skin tone and boosts radiance in just one week”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract + 10 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dimethicone~6.4–7.9%
- 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 DimethiconeGlycerin~4.2–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- 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 glycolPropanediol~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPanthenol~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolDimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~1.5–1.9%
Bisabolol~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololDiisopropyl sebacate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin without creatng a greasy finish
More about Diisopropyl sebacateSodium chloride~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePhenoxyethanol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolymethylsilsesquioxane~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Citrus limon peel oil~0.45–0.65%
Sodium citrate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractLimonene~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePeg-10 dimethicone~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
More about Peg-10 dimethiconeTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateCalendula officinalis flower~0.25–0.5%
Citric acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDipropylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGeranium maculatum oil~0.2–0.4%
Chamomilla recutita flower oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilCitral~0.2–0.35%
Citronellol~0.15–0.3%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Farnesol~0.1–0.2%
Linalool~0.1–0.2%
Tocopherol~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 TocopherolCymbopogon schoenanthus oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Artemisia absinthium extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Propanediol, Panthenol, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Bisabolol, Diisopropyl sebacate, Sodium chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Chlorphenesin, Citrus limon peel oil, Sodium citrate, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Limonene, Peg-10 dimethicone, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Calendula officinalis flower, Citric acid, Dipropylene glycol, Geranium maculatum oil, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol, Farnesol, Linalool, Tocopherol, Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil, Artemisia absinthium extract
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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.
| Kiehl'sCalendula Serum-Infused Water CreamYOUR PRODUCT | PharmacerisA - Hyaluro-Sensilium Hyaluronic Acid Face Cream GWP | La Roche-PosayHyalu B5 Cream | Dr.Reju-AllAdvanced LC-Ceramide Barrier Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 72% | 69% | 66% |
| Price | $96.00 | $22.69−$73.31 | $46.16−$49.84 | $25.52−$70.48 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Adenosine | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Kiehl's - Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 1.90% - 2.30%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
- Humectants (panthenol 1.90% - 2.30% and glycerin 4.20% - 5.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 49.85$ up to 131.10$ in the United States, from 53.69CA$ up to 64.00CA$ in Canada, for 125.00A$ in Australia and from 34.85£ up to 69.50£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 3
- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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