Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Anti-aging
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 5
Key actives
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Product Summary
Based on the ingredient list, "MISSHA - Super Aqua Ice Tear Emulsion" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Betaine, glycerin, trehalose, butylene glycol and caprylyl glycol 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). Paraffinum liquidum, chondrus crispus extract, dimethicone, squalane and hydrogenated poly (c6-14 olefin) 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.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the 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 from 17.00£ up to 29.52£ in the United Kingdom.
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Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Quench dehydrated skin with the Super Aqua Ice Tear Emulsion from innovative Korean skincare and cosmetics label MISSHA .
Source: Mankind
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:
betaine, glycerin.
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: chondrus crispus extract, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: paraffinum liquidum
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
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
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
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.
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
An algae extract. Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have an anti-oxidant effect
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
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
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)
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Packed with calcium, magnesium and other minerals, the super-refreshing emulsion plumps the skin, softening the appearance of lines and wrinkles and maintaining balanced moisture levels throughout the day.
Source: Mankind
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
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)
A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
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
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Anti-aging |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 75/100.
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|---|---|---|---|
 MISSHA Super Aqua Ice Tear Emulsion | Current | $17.00 | |
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Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Behenyl alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Paraffinum liquidum, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Pentylene glycol, Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin), Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Water, Glyceryl stearate se, Stearic acid, Saccharum officinarum extract, Chondrus crispus extract, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Parfum, Mesembryanthemum crystallinum extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Disodium edta, Betaine, Allantoin, Trehalose, Polydecene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Squalane, Viscum album fruit extract, Sea water, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Prunus mume fruit extract, Laminaria digitata extract, Laminaria saccharina extract, Spirulina platensis extract, Lactic acid, Citric acid
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