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MADARA Infusion Vert Repairing Multi-Layer Hand Cream
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MADARA Infusion Vert Repairing Multi-Layer Hand Cream

Efficacy37/100IrritancyHigh
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1 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing
15 ingredients credited for this claim
Good support
What the product description says
“Infusion Vert Repairing Multi-Layer Hand Cream”
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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, sodium pca.

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: helianthus annuus seed oil, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.

Theobroma cacao seed butterKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~6.2–7.6%
GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~2–2.5%
Glycine soja sterolsKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin~0.65–0.95%
Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~4.4–5.4%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighSoftens 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.~3.5–4.3%
Sodium pcaKey active· HumectantEffect: HighNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer~0.55–0.85%
Hydrolyzed alginKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumDerived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%
Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~2.3–2.8%
Behenyl alcohol· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient~1.7–2.1%
Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~2.7–3.3%
Lecithin· EmollientEffect: LowUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~1.2–1.4%
Palmitic acid· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it~0.65–1%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedEffect: HighAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.45–0.65%
Stearic acidEffect: Low, below effective doseHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~0.75–1.1%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.55–0.8%
Anti-aging
3 ingredients credited for this claim
Weak support
What the product description says
“Its multi-layered textured nurtures skin, while a NEURO WELBEING BIO-COMPLEX aids in the protection of collagen to help prevent ageing while promoting a sense of happiness and wellbeing.”
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Lactic acidUnder-dosedEffect: MediumAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.45–0.65%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.55–0.8%
Ascorbyl palmitateEffect: Low, below effective doseBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.~0.5–0.75%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
11 strong irritants: Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Equisetum arvense extract + 9 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 17 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Melissa officinalis leaf extractA plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~1.3–1.6%est.
Aesculus hippocastanum extractA plant extract. Benefits of topical application are not confirmedHigh~0.95–1.2%est.
Equisetum arvense extractA plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.75–1.1%est.
Thymus vulgaris extract—High~0.45–0.65%est.
AromaAn unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredientsHigh~0.45–0.7%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.4–0.6%est.
Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil—High~0.25–0.45%est.
Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.3%est.
EugenolA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.1–0.25%est.
CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.1–0.2%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.1–0.15%est.
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens 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.Medium~3.5–4.3%est.
Ascorbyl palmitateBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.Medium~0.5–0.75%est.
Lactic acidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)Medium~0.45–0.65%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.6%est.
Comedogenic
3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
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These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect3/5~6.2–7.6%est.
Hydrolyzed alginDerived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin3/5~0.3–0.55%est.
Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~2.3–2.8%est.
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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Theobroma cacao seed butter~6.2–7.6%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-dandruff

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~4.4–5.4%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~3.5–4.3%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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.

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Glyceryl stearate~2.7–3.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Cetearyl alcohol~2.3–2.8%
Key activeComedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Glycerin~2–2.5%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Behenyl alcohol~1.7–2.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient

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Melissa officinalis leaf extract~1.3–1.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating

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Lecithin~1.2–1.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Aesculus hippocastanum extract~0.95–1.2%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A plant extract. Benefits of topical application are not confirmed

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Equisetum arvense extract~0.75–1.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating

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Cellulose~0.8–1.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Mattifying

Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.

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Xanthan gum~0.65–0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Palmitic acid~0.65–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

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Stearic acid~0.75–1.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Glycine soja sterols~0.65–0.95%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Sodium pca~0.55–0.85%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer

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Tocopherol~0.55–0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingMoisturizing

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

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Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Ascorbyl palmitate~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-agingAnti-oxidation

Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.

More about Ascorbyl palmitate
Thymus vulgaris extract~0.45–0.65%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
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Aroma~0.45–0.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredients

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Parfum~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Lactic acid~0.45–0.65%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
ExfoliationMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-aging

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

More about Lactic acid
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Sodium phytate~0.4–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize product formulations

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Benzyl salicylate~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Hydrolyzed algin~0.3–0.55%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
More about Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil
Benzyl alcohol~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Linalool~0.15–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Eugenol~0.1–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

More about Eugenol
Citral~0.1–0.2%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Limonene~0.1–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

More about Limonene
Ingredient list view

Water, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Behenyl alcohol, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Lecithin, Aesculus hippocastanum extract, Equisetum arvense extract, Cellulose, Xanthan gum, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Glycine soja sterols, Sodium pca, Tocopherol, Sodium benzoate, Ascorbyl palmitate, Thymus vulgaris extract, Aroma, Parfum, Lactic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium phytate, Benzyl salicylate, Hydrolyzed algin, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil, Benzyl alcohol, Linalool, Eugenol, Citral, Limonene

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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.

  1. 1
    Cocoa polyphenols and their influence on parameters involved in ex vivo skin restructuringncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Careonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  3. 3
    Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egyptjournals.lww.com
  4. 4
    Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  5. 5
    Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countriesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  6. 6
    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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