Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingBeeswax, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 + 12 moreGood evidence
“Moisture Mild White Perfect Essence”
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:
glutamic acid, 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: beeswax, bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2.
Evens skin toneSalicylic acid, Lactic acidWeak evidence
“Convenient three-in-one lotion, essence and emulsion contains active brightening ingredients to reduce the appearance of dark spots, as well as hyaluronic acid and collagen to leave skin moisturized and radiant.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol, ParfumMedium 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%
Cetearyl alcohol~5.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholGlycerin~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 GlycerinDimethicone~3.2–4%
- 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 DimethiconeDiethyl sebacate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Behenamidopropyl dimethylamine~1.6–2%
Paraffin~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinHelianthus annuus seed oil~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHelianthus annuus seed extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus flower extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus sprout extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can help support the skin barrier
More about Helianthus annuus sprout extractBeeswax~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxIsodecyl neopentanoate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
More about Isodecyl neopentanoateHoney~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyPolyquaternium-107~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentaerythrityl distearate~0.45–0.65%
Amodimethicone~0.35–0.65%
Lactic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidHydroxyethylcellulose~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseBehenyl pg-trimonium chloride~0.3–0.55%
Lac~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps form a film on the surface of the skin and disperse other ingredients (like colorants) in cosmetics. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by parasite insects living on trees
More about LacBehenyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholDivinyldimethicone/dimethicone copolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 AlcoholLac~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps form a film on the surface of the skin and disperse other ingredients (like colorants) in cosmetics. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by parasite insects living on trees
More about LacPeg-40/ppg-8 methylaminopropyl/hydroxypropyl dimethicone copolymer~0.25–0.5%
Glutamic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic 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 glycolLac~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps form a film on the surface of the skin and disperse other ingredients (like colorants) in cosmetics. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by parasite insects living on trees
More about LacButylene glycol~0.25–0.4%
- 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 glycolCitric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.2–0.4%
- 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 citratePhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSalicylic acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidMethylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCaramel~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Diethyl sebacate, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Behenamidopropyl dimethylamine, Paraffin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed extract, Helianthus annuus flower extract, Helianthus annuus sprout extract, Beeswax, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Honey, Polyquaternium-107, Pentaerythrityl distearate, Amodimethicone, Lactic acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Behenyl pg-trimonium chloride, Lac, Behenyl alcohol, Divinyldimethicone/dimethicone copolymer, Alcohol, Lac, Peg-40/ppg-8 methylaminopropyl/hydroxypropyl dimethicone copolymer, Glutamic acid, Dipropylene glycol, Lac, Butylene glycol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Salicylic acid, Unknown, Methylparaben, Parfum, Caramel
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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