Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Anti-aging
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Evens skin tone
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Key actives
Product Summary
"Lancôme - Hydra Zen Anti-Stress Glow Moisturizer" has a good moisturizing formula. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Lancôme - Hydra Zen Anti-Stress Glow Moisturizer ticks this box. Alanine, aspartic acid, dextran, glycerin and glycine in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Passiflora edulis seed oil, butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride, cocos nucifera oil and helianthus annuus seed oil in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-8 0.05% - 0.25%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
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 55.00$ in the United States.
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Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Hydra Zen Anti-Stress Glow Moisturizer
Source: From product name
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:
alanine, aspartic acid.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tripeptide-8
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
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
An amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
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.
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
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
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
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
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Features Hydra Zen Anti-Stress Glow Liquid Moisturizer is a non-sticky, ultra light-weight moisturizer that has a silky, liquid cream texture It feels like a fresh burst of water upon application and nourishes skin with 24-hour hydration Benefits Its gentle, alcohol-free formula mimics skin's natural moisture functions to reveal an improved glow and more beautiful, radiant complexion Improves skin's natural ability to prevent water loss, defends against pollution and provides anti-oxidant protection Skin is instantly re-energized and looks softer with a more even tone Fine lines, redness, discomfort and fatigue also appear visibly reduced Made with 11 amino acids, hyaluronic acid, aloe vera and rose extract Suitable for all skin types, including dry and sensitive skin Dermatologist-tested for safety Non-comedogenic Clinical Results Instantly Skin looks satiny and soft, revitalized and re-energized, visibly refreshed with a more beautiful tone Signs of stress are visibly reduced, including fine lines from dehydration, redness, discomfort and signs of fatigue After Four Hours 42% improvement in moisture, skin is significantly hydrated After One Day Skin is visibly more radiant and luminous, and feels moisturized Signs of fatigue look reduced, skin looks as if renewed After Two Weeks Skin seems stronger and bouncier Skin looks smoother and younger, with a more even tone Skin feels less irritated, less itchy After Four-Weeks 89% reduction in facial stinging sensations, and dryness and feelings of tightness and itching reduced Skin is soothed, less reactive to external aggressors such as pollution
Source: Ulta
This product contains aspartic acid, palmitoyl tripeptide-8, serine, threonine. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
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
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
Features Hydra Zen Anti-Stress Glow Liquid Moisturizer is a non-sticky, ultra light-weight moisturizer that has a silky, liquid cream texture It feels like a fresh burst of water upon application and nourishes skin with 24-hour hydration Benefits Its gentle, alcohol-free formula mimics skin's natural moisture functions to reveal an improved glow and more beautiful, radiant complexion Improves skin's natural ability to prevent water loss, defends against pollution and provides anti-oxidant protection Skin is instantly re-energized and looks softer with a more even tone Fine lines, redness, discomfort and fatigue also appear visibly reduced Made with 11 amino acids, hyaluronic acid, aloe vera and rose extract Suitable for all skin types, including dry and sensitive skin Dermatologist-tested for safety Non-comedogenic Clinical Results Instantly Skin looks satiny and soft, revitalized and re-energized, visibly refreshed with a more beautiful tone Signs of stress are visibly reduced, including fine lines from dehydration, redness, discomfort and signs of fatigue After Four Hours 42% improvement in moisture, skin is significantly hydrated After One Day Skin is visibly more radiant and luminous, and feels moisturized Signs of fatigue look reduced, skin looks as if renewed After Two Weeks Skin seems stronger and bouncier Skin looks smoother and younger, with a more even tone Skin feels less irritated, less itchy After Four-Weeks 89% reduction in facial stinging sensations, and dryness and feelings of tightness and itching reduced Skin is soothed, less reactive to external aggressors such as pollution
Source: Ulta
This product contains ingredients (alanine) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 75/100.
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Key Actives
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
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.
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
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
An amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
Potential irritants
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
A plant oil that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
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.
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Comedogenic ingredients
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
All ingredients
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
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
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
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.
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
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
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
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
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
An amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
A plant oil that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Octyldodecanol, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Beheneth-10, Squalane, Glycol palmitate, Pca, Alanine, Cocos nucifera oil, Tocopherol, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium polyacrylate, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium pca, Sodium lactate, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Phenylalanine, Arginine, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Valine, Palmitoyl tripeptide-8, Xanthan gum, Menthol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Propylene glycol, Proline, Isoleucine, Aspartic acid, Coriandrum sativum fruit oil, Unknown, Sorbitol, Serine, Threonine, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Rosa gallica flower extract, Histidine, Citric acid, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Dextran, Glycine, Parfum
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