Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Sodium hyaluronate + 19 moreWorks
“Micro Hyaluronic Essence”
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, glyceryl glucoside.
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, pentylene glycol.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Hydroxyethyl urea, AllantoinWorks well
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: hydroxyethyl urea.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5–7.5%
- 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 glycolDipropylene glycol~3.1–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycerin~2.3–3.4%
- 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 Glycerin1,2-hexanediol~1.1–1.6%
Pentylene glycol~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolAnastatica hierochuntica extract~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHydroxyethyl urea~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.55–1.3%
- 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 crosspolymerHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.35–0.85%
- 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 acidTromethamine~0.2–0.7%
Lactobacillus ferment~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentCurcuma longa root extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideLauryl dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymer~0.4–0.95%
Glyceryl glucoside~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help to restore skin barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Glyceryl glucosideAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerPolymethylsilsesquioxane~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneAllantoin~0.05–0.25%
- 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 AllantoinPolyquaternium-51~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Hydrogenated lecithin~0.05–0.25%
- 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 lecithinDisodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Ceramide np~0.05–0.25%
- 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 npBeta-glucan~0.05–0.2%
- 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-glucanEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.2%
Tocopherol~0.05–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolSqualane~0.1–0.35%
- 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 SqualaneTrehalose~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehalosePropanediol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolOpuntia ficus-indica stem extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl glycol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps dissolve other ingredients and preserve products
More about Benzyl glycolHydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Long sugars that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycansDisodium phosphate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerHydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hyaluronic acid~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Pentylene glycol, Anastatica hierochuntica extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydroxyethyl urea, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Tromethamine, Lactobacillus ferment, Curcuma longa root extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Lauryl dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymer, Glyceryl glucoside, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Allantoin, Polyquaternium-51, Hydrogenated lecithin, Disodium edta, Ceramide np, Beta-glucan, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Squalane, Trehalose, Propanediol, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract, Benzyl glycol, Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans, Disodium phosphate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Hyaluronic acid, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate
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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.
| ManyoMicro Hyaluronic EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | AnuaBirch Moisture Mask | BIOHEAL BOHCeramune Hydrating Cream Skin | Bring greenBamboo Hyalu Water Boosting Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 59% | 59% |
| Price | $32.00 | $3.22−$28.78 | $26.39−$5.61 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 15 | 10 of 15 | 7 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol | Ceramide Ns | Beta-Sitosterol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Manyo - Micro Hyaluronic Essence" is effective for: Exfoliation
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (ceramide np 0.05% - 0.25%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
- Humectants (sodium acetylated hyaluronate 0.01% - 0.05%, hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans 0.05% - 0.25%, glyceryl glucoside 0.10% - 0.35%, lactobacillus ferment 0.10% - 0.45%, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.35% - 0.85%, hydroxyethyl urea 0.90% - 1.40%, sodium hyaluronate 1.20% - 1.70% and glycerin 2.30% - 3.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 32.00$ 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 28 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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