Works for
MoisturizingDimethicone, Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin) + 9 moreWorks
“Essential Balancing Emulsion Light”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Butylphenyl methylpropional + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.5–8%
- 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 glycolDimethicone~4.4–5.4%
- 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 DimethiconeCetyl ethylhexanoate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateHydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin)~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin)Glyceryl stearate citrate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citratePhenyl trimethicone~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconePolyglyceryl-3 distearate~1.4–1.8%
1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1.05%
Silica~1.2–1.5%
Cetearyl alcohol~0.75–1.15%
- 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 alcoholDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerNiacinamide~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerCarbomer~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerTromethamine~0.4–0.6%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.6%
Disodium edta~0.3–0.5%
Parfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSorbitan isostearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateMagnesium sulfate~0.25–0.5%
Calcium chloride~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a thicker product consistency. Might be irritating
More about Calcium chlorideGossypium herbaceum extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalLimonene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneManganese sulfate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citronellol~0.15–0.25%
Chenopodium quinoa seed extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Chenopodium quinoa seed extractZinc sulfate~0.1–0.2%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolAscorbyl glucoside~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Dimethicone, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin), Glyceryl stearate citrate, Phenyl trimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 distearate, 1,2-hexanediol, Silica, Cetearyl alcohol, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Niacinamide, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Glyceryl caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Parfum, Sorbitan isostearate, Unknown, Magnesium sulfate, Calcium chloride, Gossypium herbaceum extract, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Limonene, Manganese sulfate, Citronellol, Chenopodium quinoa seed extract, Zinc sulfate, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl glucoside
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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.
| LANEIGEEssential Balancing Emulsion LightYOUR PRODUCT | P.CALMCato Cream | FEEVHyper-Hydro Cream | DPCSkin Up Perfection Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 89% | 89% |
| Price | — | $20.00 | $18.72 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassic Acid | Ceramide As | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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