Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingPanthenol, GlycerinStrong evidence
“Featuring the powerhouse botanical Arnica, along with Mountain Pine and Menthol, this fast-absorbing gel delivers an invigorating cooling effect.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": 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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Alcohol~7.2–10.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPanthenol~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolMenthol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Arnica montana flower extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractPinus mugo leaf oil~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camphor~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilAbies sibirica oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Backhousia citriodora leaf oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil containing volatile compounds. Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Backhousia citriodora leaf oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilLimonene~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitral~0.1–0.35%
Linalool~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlycerin~0.01–0.05%
- 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 GlycerinAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol, Panthenol, Menthol, Arnica montana flower extract, Pinus mugo leaf oil, Unknown, Camphor, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Abies sibirica oil, Backhousia citriodora leaf oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Limonene, Citral, Linalool, Parfum, Glycerin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| KneippArnica Active GelYOUR PRODUCT | BaleaAloe Vera Body Gel | ROUND LABBaby Mild Soothing Gel | La Roche-PosayCicaplast Gel B5 Skin Protectant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 66% | 66% |
| Price | $25.00 | $3.29−$21.71 | $14.01−$10.99 | $17.29−$7.71 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | — | Oatmeal Extract | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Kneipp - Arnica Active Gel" has a good moisturizing formula.
Ingredient callouts
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 2.90% - 4.30% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 25.00$ in the United States, for 14.17£ in the United Kingdom and for 30.00CA$ in Canada.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 3Effects of Topical Arnica Gel on Post-Laser Treatment Bruisesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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