Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingCeramide ap, Ceramide ng + 30 moreStrong evidence
“Moist Lotion Relax Herb”
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, arginine.
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: arginine, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide ng, ceramide np
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Serine, Threonine + 1 moreModerate evidence
This product contains 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6–7.3%
- 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~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinBetaine~2.9–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePentylene glycol~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolMalus domestica fruit cell culture extract~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Symphytum officinale callus culture extract~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Soluble collagen~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenHydrolyzed collagen~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenEctoin~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinCeramide np~0.55–0.8%
- 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 npCeramide ng~0.45–0.7%
- 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 ngCeramide ap~0.3–0.6%
- 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 apWater~0.3–0.55%
Soluble proteoglycan~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexacarboxymethyl dipeptide-12~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Passiflora incarnata extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Passiflora incarnata extractPunica granatum fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractGlucosyl hesperidin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. Also works as a humectant
More about Glucosyl hesperidinPanax ginseng root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHydrogenated lecithin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinSoluble collagen~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenLecithin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinXanthan gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIsomalt~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about IsomaltGold~0.15–0.3%
Arginine~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about ArginineLysine hcl~0.15–0.3%
Histidine hcl~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt of an amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about Histidine hclAvena sativa bran extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Glycosyl trehalose~0.2–0.4%
Squalane~0.2–0.4%
- 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 SqualanePropanediol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPolyglyceryl-10 diisostearate~0.2–0.35%
Sodium citrate~0.15–0.3%
- 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 citrateTriethylhexanoin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.4%
- 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 crosspolymerPotassium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBiosaccharide gum-1~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Tocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolTaurine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurinePhytosterols~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
More about PhytosterolsGlutamic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidLeucine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineSerine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about SerineValine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Threonine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about ThreonineSodium aspartate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alanine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about AlanineIsoleucine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
More about IsoleucineCellulose gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumAllantoin~0.2–0.35%
- 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 AllantoinPhenylalanine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Proline~0.25–0.45%
Sodium bicarbonate~0.3–0.55%
Tyrosine~0.2–0.4%
Disodium guanylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium inosinate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus limon peel oil~0.15–0.3%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilLavandula hybrida oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilAnthemis nobilis flower oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilCalendula officinalis extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Calendula officinalis extractCymbopogon martini oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Betaine, Pentylene glycol, Malus domestica fruit cell culture extract, Unknown, Symphytum officinale callus culture extract, Soluble collagen, Hydrolyzed collagen, Ectoin, Ceramide np, Ceramide ng, Ceramide ap, Water, Soluble proteoglycan, Hexacarboxymethyl dipeptide-12, Passiflora incarnata extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Glucosyl hesperidin, Panax ginseng root extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Soluble collagen, Unknown, Lecithin, Xanthan gum, Isomalt, Gold, Arginine, Lysine hcl, Histidine hcl, Avena sativa bran extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycosyl trehalose, Unknown, Squalane, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 diisostearate, Sodium citrate, Triethylhexanoin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Potassium hydroxide, Citric acid, Biosaccharide gum-1, Tocopherol, Taurine, Phytosterols, Glutamic acid, Leucine, Glycine, Serine, Valine, Threonine, Sodium aspartate, Alanine, Isoleucine, Cellulose gum, Allantoin, Phenylalanine, Proline, Sodium bicarbonate, Tyrosine, Disodium guanylate, Disodium inosinate, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Lavandula hybrida oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Calendula officinalis extract, Unknown, Cymbopogon martini oil, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| LITSMoist Lotion Relax HerbYOUR PRODUCT | etvosUltimoist Lotion Lavender Scent | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% |
| Price | $25.40 | $58.30+$32.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 14 of 27 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
"LITS - Moist Lotion Relax Herb" has a good moisturizing formula. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Alanine, arginine, betaine, biosaccharide gum-1 and glutamic acid in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Ceramide ng, ceramide np, hydrolyzed collagen, phytosterols and arginine in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide np 0.55% - 0.80%, ceramide ng 0.45% - 0.70% and ceramide ap 0.30% - 0.60%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 25.40$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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