LANEIGE Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream - For Normal To Dry Skin
Works for
MoisturizingCeramide np, Glycerin + 19 moreWorks well
“A daily moisturising cream that provides 100 hours of continuous hydration to the skin.”
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, hydrolyzed hyaluronic 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: squalane, stearyl dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: 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%
Butylene glycol~7.1–8.6%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~4.6–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinSqualane~3.4–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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.
More about SqualaneSucrose polystearate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sucrose polystearatePentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateMethyl trimethicone~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconeDibutyl adipate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Dibutyl adipate1,2-hexanediol~0.6–0.9%
Glyceryl stearate~0.9–1.1%
- 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 stearatePolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateBis-hydroxyethoxypropyl dimethicone~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearyl dimethicone~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Stearyl dimethiconeCaprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglycerideStearic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPalmitic acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidHydrogenated polyisobutene~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.3–0.6%
- 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 copolymerCetyl alcohol~0.35–0.6%
- 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 alcoholPropanediol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolOctadecene~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.5%
- 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 crosspolymerParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumXanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGlyceryl caprylate~0.3–0.55%
- 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 caprylateDextrin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinTromethamine~0.25–0.45%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateAllantoin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidBeta-glucan~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanCeramide np~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npMyristic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidArachidic acid~0.25–0.45%
Lactobacillus ferment lysate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A "broth" with parts of dead cells of lactobacteria. Might be helpful supporting diverse microbiome in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Lactobacillus ferment lysateTocopherol~0.05–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolUndaria pinnatifida extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A seaweed extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Undaria pinnatifida extractIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Squalane, Sucrose polystearate, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Methyl trimethicone, Dibutyl adipate, 1,2-hexanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Bis-hydroxyethoxypropyl dimethicone, Stearyl dimethicone, Caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride, Stearic acid, Palmitic acid, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Cetyl alcohol, Propanediol, Octadecene, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Parfum, Xanthan gum, Glyceryl caprylate, Dextrin, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Sorbitan isostearate, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Beta-glucan, Ceramide np, Myristic acid, Arachidic acid, Lactobacillus ferment lysate, Tocopherol, Undaria pinnatifida extract
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| LANEIGEWater Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream - For Normal To Dry SkinYOUR PRODUCT | AESTURAATOBARRIER365 Cooling Hydro Soothing Water Cream Moisturizer with Ceramides & Hyaluronic Acid for Moisture Barrier Repair | innisfreeDerma Formula Green Tea Probiotics Cream | Bring greenBamboo Hyalu Water Boosting Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 65% | 63% | 62% |
| Price | — | $31.28 | $24.20 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Betaine | Phytosphingosine | Beta-Sitosterol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "LANEIGE - Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream - For Normal To Dry Skin" works well for moisturizing the skin. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. LANEIGE - Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream - For Normal To Dry Skin ticks this box. Glycerin, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, butylene glycol and dextrin in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide np, stearyl dimethicone, squalane, cetyl alcohol and caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains ceramides (ceramide np 0.20% - 0.40%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 58.00A$ in Australia and for 66.00NZ$ in New Zealand.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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