Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream

Name: Kiehl's - Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream
Brand: Kiehl's

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WORKS FOR

Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone

KEY INGREDIENTS

panthenol
bisabolol
diisopropyl sebacate
dimethicone
glycerin
peg-10 dimethicone
polymethylsilsesquioxane
tocopherol
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PROMISES
FULFILLED

50 /100

IRRITANCY

HIGH

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Formula review

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What does the product description say?

"Use daily to allow the compounds to get to work minimising the look of fine lines, dullness and uneven texture while providing long-lasting hydration for moisturised, nourished and soothed skin."

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WIMJ summary

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.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
tocopherol	LOW

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"The complexion also looks smoother with a more radiant and even tone."

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Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

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What does the product description say?

"Quench the skin with a soothing burst of hydration with the Kiehl's Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream, a lightweight moisturising skincare treatment designed to leave the complexion soft and smooth."

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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.

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

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
peg-10 dimethicone	HIGH
glycerin	HIGH
panthenol	HIGH

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

HIGH

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
propylene glycol
dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer
sea salt

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
water Plain old water	45% - 55%
dimethicone 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	6.4% - 7.9%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	4.2% - 5.1%
propylene glycol Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating	3.1% - 3.8%
propanediol Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin	2.4% - 2.9%
panthenol Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function	1.9% - 2.3%
dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer Helps oil and water mix together	1.5% - 1.9%
bisabolol 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	1.3% - 1.6%
diisopropyl sebacate Helps soften the upper layer of the skin without creatng a greasy finish	1.2% - 1.4%
sea salt Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration	0.8% - 1.2%
phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products	0.65% - 0.95%
polymethylsilsesquioxane A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss	0.65% - 0.95%
chlorphenesin A preservative	0.16% - 0.32%
citrus limon peel oil A highly irritating fragrance	0.45% - 0.65%
sodium citrate Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products	0.4% - 0.6%
calendula officinalis flower extract A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating	0.35% - 0.6%
limonene A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat	0.35% - 0.6%
peg-10 dimethicone A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss	0.4% - 0.65%
trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate Used to improve stability of the formulation	0.3% - 0.55%
calendula officinalis flower	0.3% - 0.5%
citric acid Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH	0.25% - 0.45%
dipropylene glycol Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying	0.25% - 0.45%
geranium maculatum oil An essential oil. Can be irritating	0.25% - 0.4%
chamomilla recutita flower oil Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating	0.25% - 0.4%
unknown The ingredient is not recognized	TBC
citral A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant	0.2% - 0.35%
citronellol A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.15% - 0.3%
geraniol A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.15% - 0.25%
farnesol Added to create a nice product smell. Can be irritating	0.1% - 0.2%
linalool A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.1% - 0.2%
tocopherol 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	0.1% - 0.2%
cymbopogon schoenanthus oil	0.05% - 0.1%
artemisia absinthium extract	0.05% - 0.1%
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