LACURA Caviar Illumination Day Cream
Works for
0 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 15 · 4 UV filters · Broad spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimLimited evidence
“Caviar extract Anti-ageing formula Dermatologically tested SPF15 UVA/UVB protection Lacura Caviar Illumination is a luxurious lifting and firming skin care range for women 40+”
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.
The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Panthenol, Sodium hyaluronate + 8 moreStrong evidence
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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, cetyl alcohol.
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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.8–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinOctocrylene~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneDicaprylyl carbonate~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateEthylhexyl salicylate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateSucrose polystearate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sucrose polystearateButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneMethylpropanediol~1.5–1.8%
Glyceryl stearate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCetyl alcohol~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPhenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ensulizole. A UV filter that is effective against UVB rays. Does not protect against UVA light. It is photostable and can be used to help stabilize other sunscreen ingredients. It is water-soluble meaning that it can help create lighter sunscreen formulations
More about Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acidPanthenol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolDimethicone~0.6–0.85%
- 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 DimethiconeMaltodextrin~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinGlobularia cordifolia callus culture extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An extract from plant stem cells that might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Globularia cordifolia callus culture extractCaviar extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium caprylate~0.45–0.65%
Butylene glycol~0.35–0.65%
- 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 glycolSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCoenochloris signiensis extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An algae extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and neutralize free radicals
More about Coenochloris signiensis extractPropylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 glycolAcetyl hexapeptide-51 amide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinTetrasodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLinalool~0.2–0.4%
Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholLimonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneBenzyl salicylate~0.2–0.35%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononePhenethyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
Geraniol~0.1–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Methylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Octocrylene, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Sucrose polystearate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Methylpropanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Cetyl alcohol, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, Panthenol, Dimethicone, Maltodextrin, Globularia cordifolia callus culture extract, Caviar extract, Sodium caprylate, Butylene glycol, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Sodium hyaluronate, Coenochloris signiensis extract, Propylene glycol, Acetyl hexapeptide-51 amide, Lecithin, Tetrasodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Parfum, Linalool, Benzyl alcohol, Limonene, Benzyl salicylate, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Phenethyl alcohol, Geraniol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| LACURACaviar Illumination Day CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Dennis KnudsenDay Cream | OlazRegenerist Regenerating Day Cream SPF 15 | BaleaMen Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream Lift Effect | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 70% | 67% | 67% |
| Price | $14.00 | — | — | $6.99−$7.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 7 | 6 of 7 | 6 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Niacinamide | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 15 | SPF 15 | SPF 15 | SPF 15 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"LACURA - Caviar Illumination Day Cream" offers broad spectrum protection. It means that it protects from both UVA and UVB rays (you can remember UVB as "burning" sunlight - they cause sunburn. You can remember UVA rays as "aging" - they do not lead to sunburn, but they cause photodamage and contribute to early signs of skin aging and hyperpigmentation). On the negative side, the SPF of this moisturizer is not high enough. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream.
Sunscreen filters
This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: avobenzone 2.10% - 2.60%, octisalate 3.20% - 3.90%, octocrylene 4.50% - 5.50% and ensulizole 1.20% - 1.40%.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 43.95$ in the United States and for 14.95£ 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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