Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Xylitylglucoside + 3 moreWorks
“Soothing Hydrating Foam”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": anhydroxylitol, glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-agingZinc pcaNot delivered
“Glycerin also prevents skin irritation during the cleansing process, improving the skin resilience and youthful look.”
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 - zinc pca - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Sodium anisateMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.8–7.2%
- 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 GlycerinCoco-glucoside~5–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideDisodium cocoamphodiacetate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateXylitylglucoside~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideAnhydroxylitol~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolSodium levulinate~1.2–1.8%
Xylitol~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolSodium chloride~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitric acid~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium anisate~0.15–0.7%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilZinc pca~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 pcaPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.2%
Sodium phytate~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Coco-glucoside, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Sodium levulinate, Xylitol, Sodium chloride, Citric acid, Sodium anisate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Zinc pca, Potassium sorbate, Sodium phytate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| KIVENSSoothing Hydrating FoamYOUR PRODUCT | RevolutionSalicylic Acid and Zinc PCA gel cream | REVOLUTION SKINCARESalicylic Acid & Zinc PCA Gel Cream | EmerginCProtocell Bio-Active Stem Cell Combat Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 61% | 61% |
| Price | — | — | — | $86.17 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Epicuren Hydro Plus MoisturizerIOMA 1 Hydra Optimum Moisture Serum
Product summary
"KIVENS - Soothing Hydrating Foam" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (xylitylglucoside 2.00% - 3.00%, glycerin 4.80% - 7.20%, zinc pca 0.10% - 0.35% and anhydroxylitol 1.50% - 2.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 5Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review hindawi.com
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