L'Oréal Paris Cell Renewal Midnight Cream Anti-Aging Night Moisturizer with Antioxidants
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Anti-agingAdenosine, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 2 moreStrong evidence
“Wrinkles and fine lines are smoothed as the cream hydrates and firms.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingPanthenol, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 14 moreStrong evidence
“Its nourishing yet lightweight and non-greasy formula melts into the skin, leaving it deeply moisturized and renewed by morning.”
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, butylene glycol.
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, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Capryloyl salicylic acidStrong evidence
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: capryloyl salicylic acid.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Capryloyl salicylic acidModerate evidence
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Benzyl salicylate + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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%
Glycerin~4.8–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinHydrogenated polyisobutene~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneDimethicone~3.1–3.8%
- 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 DimethiconeButylene glycol~2.3–2.8%
- 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 glycolBis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterLimnanthes alba seed oil~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilStearyl alcohol~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholC30-45 alkyl dimethicone~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-20 stearate~0.6–0.95%
Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermented sweet black tea. There is no studies on particular benefits of this ingredient in skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, and might have some anti-oxidant effect. It is used in skincare for mostly marketing purposes because of the popularity of kombucha drinks
More about Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea fermentPanthenol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSilica~0.65–0.95%
Adenosine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.3–0.55%
Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A sugar-derived compound that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to stimulate synthesis of skin's own moisturizing factors, but solid research is lacking. It could be irritating
More about Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriolNeohesperidin dihydrochalcone~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamatePotassium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateTocopherol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolOctyldodecanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%
- 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 crosspolymerAmmonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCarbomer~0.15–0.3%
- 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 CarbomerCitric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGlyceryl stearate~0.2–0.4%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePeg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearatePropylene glycol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 glycolTrideceth-6~0.15–0.3%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeBenzyl alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzyl salicylate~0.15–0.25%
Citronellol~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.3%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalLimonene~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 LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.25%
Ci 14700~0.15–0.3%
Ci 19140~0.15–0.3%
Chlorphenesin~0.15–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Parfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Stearyl alcohol, C30-45 alkyl dimethicone, Peg-20 stearate, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment, Panthenol, Silica, Adenosine, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol, Neohesperidin dihydrochalcone, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Potassium hydroxide, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Tocopherol, Octyldodecanol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Citric acid, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Propylene glycol, Trideceth-6, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl salicylate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool, Ci 14700, Ci 19140, Chlorphenesin, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Parfum
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| Match | — | 75% | 71% | 70% |
| Price | $36.99 | $51.16+$14.17 | $128.86+$91.87 | $43.29+$6.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 9 | 8 of 9 | 8 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Calcium Pca | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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