MDSolarSciences MD Advanced Hydration Crème
Works for
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Ceramide eop + 22 moreWorks well
“MD Advanced Hydration Crème”
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, caprylyl 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide eop, ferric hexapeptide-35, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1
Anti-agingPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + 4 moreMay help
“Advance your skin’s health while you sleep with this time-released intensely hydrating (yet beautifully lightweight) crème, clinically proven to help correct visible signs of sun damage and aging.”
This product contains ferric hexapeptide-35, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1. 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.
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateNot delivered
“A powerhouse “super moisturizer” packed with Hyaluronic Acid, Mushroom Peptide + Squalane to reduce wrinkles, decrease dark spots, tighten, brighten, smooth , and improve skin with each use.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Jasminum officinale flower extract, Cananga odorata flower oil + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.7–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinSorbitol~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.1–3.8%
- 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 triglycerideCetyl alcohol~2.3–2.8%
- 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 alcoholVitis vinifera seed oil~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilC12-15 alkyl benzoate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateDiisostearyl dimer dilinoleate~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isopropyl myristate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateSqualane~1–1.3%
- 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 SqualaneDimethicone~0.75–1.15%
- 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 DimethiconeSucrose polystearate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sucrose polystearateGlyceryl dilaurate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Glyceryl dilaurateNiacinamide~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideCeramide eop~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 eopPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Ferric hexapeptide-35~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Ferric hexapeptide-35Hydrolyzed ganoderma lucidum extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateTremella fuciformis extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractLaminaria digitata extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilLavandula angustifolia herb extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Jasminum officinale flower extract~0.25–0.45%
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.25–0.4%
Santalum album oil~0.25–0.45%
Rosa damascena flower oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilSalvia triloba leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium dulcis flower oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Lavandula hybrida oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractSalvia officinalis oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamatePpg-12/smdi copolymer~0.3–0.55%
Theobroma grandiflorum seed butter~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might as well help to attract moisture to its upper layer
More about Theobroma grandiflorum seed butterCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolGlyceryl stearate~0.3–0.55%
- 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 stearateCetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholSorbitan laurate~0.25–0.45%
Cetyl esters~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften upper layer of the skin and can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl estersHydrogenated polyisobutene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneHydroxystearic acid~0.3–0.55%
C18-36 acid glycol ester~0.25–0.45%
C18-36 acid triglyceride~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carbomer~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 CarbomerXanthan gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPvp~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpDisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.15%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetyl alcohol, Vitis vinifera seed oil, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Diisostearyl dimer dilinoleate, Isopropyl myristate, Squalane, Dimethicone, Sucrose polystearate, Glyceryl dilaurate, Niacinamide, Ceramide eop, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Ferric hexapeptide-35, Hydrolyzed ganoderma lucidum extract, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Tremella fuciformis extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Laminaria digitata extract, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Lavandula angustifolia herb extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Cananga odorata flower oil, Santalum album oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Salvia triloba leaf extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis flower oil, Lavandula hybrida oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Salvia officinalis oil, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Ppg-12/smdi copolymer, Theobroma grandiflorum seed butter, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Sorbitan laurate, Cetyl esters, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Hydroxystearic acid, C18-36 acid glycol ester, C18-36 acid triglyceride, Carbomer, Xanthan gum, Pvp, Disodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Sodium hydroxide, Potassium sorbate
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| MDSolarSciencesMD Advanced Hydration CrèmeYOUR PRODUCT | NEOGEN X SUR.MEDICSurmedic 24K Gold Caviar Repair Vital Cream | ROSE Ingleton MDSignature Moisturizer | DermaticaNourishing Ceramide + Peptides | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 87% | 85% |
| Price | $76.00 | $60.00−$16.00 | $85.00+$9.00 | $21.47−$54.53 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 14 | 7 of 14 | 7 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Hexapeptide-11 | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "MDSolarSciences - MD Advanced Hydration Crème" works well for improving skin hydration To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. MDSolarSciences - MD Advanced Hydration Crème ticks this box. Humectants in this product (glycerin, caprylyl glycol and sorbitol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Ceramide eop, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, carthamus tinctorius seed oil and isopropyl myristate 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
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide eop 0.45% - 0.70%). 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.
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (ferric hexapeptide-35 0.35% - 0.60%, palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.45% - 0.70% and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.50% - 0.70%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. 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 76.00$ 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 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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