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Moroccanoil Magic of Hydration
Moroccanoil

Moroccanoil Magic of Hydration

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh
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Works for

Moisturizing
Linoleic acid, Chondrus crispus extract + 28 more
Works well
What the product description says
“Magic of Hydration”
From product name

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: anhydroxylitol, cyclomethicone.

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: linoleic acid

Linoleic acidHero· EmollientEffect: HighAn excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores~0.5–0.7%
Chondrus crispus extractKey active· OcclusiveEffect: HighRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency~0.55–0.85%
Ascophyllum nodosum extractKey activeEffect: HighBrown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect~0.5–0.75%
Palmaria palmata extractKey activeEffect: HighRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.5–0.75%
Undaria pinnatifida extractKey activeEffect: HighA seaweed extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an anti-oxidant effect~0.45–0.7%
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~0.45–0.65%
Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.45–0.65%
Cetyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together~0.45–0.7%
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~0.4–0.6%
DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.35–0.6%
Glyceryl stearate seKey activeEffect: MediumUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient~0.35–0.65%
SerineKey activeEffect: HighAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles~0.3–0.55%
Sodium pcaKey active· HumectantEffect: HighNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer~0.3–0.55%
Soy amino acidsKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.6%
ThreonineKey activeEffect: HighAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles~0.3–0.55%
XylitylglucosideKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function~0.3–0.6%
AnhydroxylitolKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function~0.3–0.6%
Argania spinosa kernel oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~0.3–0.55%
Arginine hclKey activeEffect: HighAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin~0.3–0.6%
CyclomethiconeKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: HighA type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer~0.3–0.6%
GlucoseKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function~0.3–0.6%
Hydrolyzed rice proteinKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties~0.3–0.6%
ChitosanKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumInhibits acne-causing bacteria on the surface of the skin. Can help to reduce inflammation caused by bacteria. Helps neutralize free radicals in skin. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%
Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.4–0.6%
Hydrolyzed quinoa· HumectantEffect: LowMight help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.6%
AlginEffect: LowUsed to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%
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~0.6–0.9%
Caprylic/capric triglycerideUnder-dosedA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~0.5–0.7%
Laminaria saccharina extractUnder-dosedA 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~0.5–0.7%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn 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)~0.3–0.5%
Anti-aging
Side benefit · Retinyl palmitate, Serine + 4 more
May help

This product contains retinyl palmitate, serine, threonine. 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.

Retinyl palmitateKey activeEffect: MediumThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect~0.7–1.05%
SerineKey activeEffect: MediumAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles~0.3–0.55%
ThreonineKey activeEffect: MediumAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles~0.3–0.55%
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~0.6–0.9%
Laminaria saccharina extractEffect: Low, below effective doseA 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~0.5–0.7%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn 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)~0.3–0.5%
Anti-blemish
Side benefit · Retinyl palmitate, Linoleic acid + 2 more
May help

This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains chitosan.

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: linoleic acid, retinyl palmitate

Retinyl palmitateKey activeEffect: MediumThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect~0.7–1.05%
Linoleic acidKey activeEffect: MediumAn excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores~0.5–0.7%
ChitosanKey activeEffect: HighInhibits acne-causing bacteria on the surface of the skin. Can help to reduce inflammation caused by bacteria. Helps neutralize free radicals in skin. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%
Lauric acidEffect: LowHelps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes~0.45–0.65%
Anti-oxidation
Side benefit · Chitosan, Palmaria palmata extract + 6 more
May help

This product contains antioxidants (chitosan) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

ChitosanKey activeEffect: MediumInhibits acne-causing bacteria on the surface of the skin. Can help to reduce inflammation caused by bacteria. Helps neutralize free radicals in skin. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%
Palmaria palmata extractEffect: LowRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.5–0.75%
Ascophyllum nodosum extractEffect: LowBrown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect~0.5–0.75%
Undaria pinnatifida extractEffect: LowA seaweed extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an anti-oxidant effect~0.45–0.7%
Hordeum vulgare seed extractEffect: LowA grain extract. It might contain compounds that help neutralize free radicals in skin~0.3–0.6%
Hydrolyzed rice proteinEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties~0.3–0.6%
Argania spinosa kernel oilEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~0.3–0.55%
TocopherolUnder-dosedPure 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~0.6–0.9%
Evens skin tone
Side benefit · Retinyl palmitate, Lactic acid
May help

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: retinyl palmitate.

Retinyl palmitateKey activeEffect: MediumThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect~0.7–1.05%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn 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)~0.3–0.5%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
6 strong irritants: Parfum, Retinyl palmitate + 4 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 28 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Cocamidopropyl betaineHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergenHigh~3.2–3.9%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~1.8–2.2%est.
Retinyl palmitateThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effectHigh~0.7–1.05%est.
Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.5%est.
Alpha-isomethyl iononeA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Cetrimonium chlorideA preservativeHigh~0.05–0.1%est.
Isopropyl alcoholA drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritationHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Dmdm hydantoinA preservative that releases formaldehyde and can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.5%est.
Ci 19140A yellow dyeHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Ci 15985A colorantHigh~0.3–0.55%est.
Butylphenyl methylpropionalA fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.
Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.
Ci 15850A red colorantHigh~0.15–0.25%est.
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateHelps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agentMedium~5.4–6.6%est.
Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaineUsed as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix togetherMedium~4.6–5.6%est.
Argania spinosa kernel oilAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant propertiesMedium~1.1–1.3%est.
Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonateUsed to stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.4–0.6%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.5–0.75%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.4–0.6%est.
Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.3–0.6%est.
Lauric acidHelps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishesMedium~0.45–0.65%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~0.3–0.5%est.
ChlorphenesinA preservativeMedium~0.16–0.32%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.3–0.55%est.
Behentrimonium methosulfateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.35–0.6%est.
ChitosanInhibits acne-causing bacteria on the surface of the skin. Can help to reduce inflammation caused by bacteria. Helps neutralize free radicals in skin. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.3–0.55%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.55%est.
Comedogenic
9 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
9 flagged
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
Chondrus crispus extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency3/5~0.55–0.85%est.
Palmaria palmata extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin3/5~0.5–0.75%est.
Laminaria saccharina extractA seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations3/5~0.5–0.7%est.
Lauric acidHelps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes3/5~0.45–0.65%est.
AlginUsed to thicken product formulation. Can help 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 texture2/5~0.45–0.65%est.
Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~0.45–0.65%est.
Glyceryl stearate seUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient2/5~0.35–0.65%est.
Ci 26100—2/5~0.15–0.25%est.

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Hydra
Not recognized
Tin~29–36%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Water~12–14%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~5.4–6.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent

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Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine~4.6–5.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Used as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together

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Cocamidopropyl betaine~3.2–3.9%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen

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Parfum~1.8–2.2%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Lactamide mea~1.6–1.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Lactamide mea
Acrylates/palmeth-25 acrylate copolymer~1.5–1.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Glycerin~1.3–1.6%
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

More about Glycerin
Argania spinosa kernel oil~1.1–1.3%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties

More about Argania spinosa kernel oil
Retinyl palmitate~0.7–1.05%
Key activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-blemishExfoliation

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect

More about Retinyl palmitate
Tocopherol~0.6–0.9%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

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 Tocopherol
Chondrus crispus extract~0.55–0.85%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency

More about Chondrus crispus extract
Ascophyllum nodosum extract~0.5–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Brown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect

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Palmaria palmata extract~0.5–0.75%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Laminaria saccharina extract~0.5–0.7%
Under-dosedComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

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

More about Laminaria saccharina extract
Undaria pinnatifida extract~0.45–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A seaweed extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an anti-oxidant effect

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Sodium sarcosinate~0.45–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to stabilize the product formulation

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.5–0.75%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Xylitol~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

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Polyquaternium-7~0.35–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish

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Glucose~0.3–0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function

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Propylene glycol~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Caprylyl glycol~0.4–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Styrene/acrylates copolymer~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters

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Anhydroxylitol~0.3–0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function

More about Anhydroxylitol
Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Xylitylglucoside~0.3–0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

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Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps dissolve other ingredients

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Sodium pca~0.3–0.55%
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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Peg-20 glyceryl laurate~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Lauric acid~0.45–0.65%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
CleansingAnti-blemishAntibacterial

Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes

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Ethanolamine~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Polysorbate 20~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Linoleic acid~0.5–0.7%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizingAnti-blemish

An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores

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Lactic acid~0.3–0.5%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Evens skin toneMoisturizingExfoliationAnti-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)

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Sodium benzoate~0.3–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Linalool~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Tin~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Water~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Cetearyl alcohol~0.45–0.65%
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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Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.4–0.6%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties

More about Argania spinosa kernel oil
Glycerin~0.35–0.6%
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

More about Glycerin
Dimethicone~0.45–0.65%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingMattifying

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 Dimethicone
Cetrimonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

A preservative

More about Cetrimonium chloride
Cetyl alcohol~0.45–0.65%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together

More about Cetyl alcohol
Parfum~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

More about Parfum
Linum usitatissimum seed extract~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Linum usitatissimum seed extract
Citric acid~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Isopropyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation

More about Isopropyl alcohol
Behentrimonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Behentrimonium chloride
Dmdm hydantoin~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A preservative that releases formaldehyde and can be irritating

More about Dmdm hydantoin
Ci 19140~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A yellow dye

More about Ci 19140
Ci 15985~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A colorant

More about Ci 15985
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating

More about Alpha-isomethyl ionone
Linalool~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Linalool
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating

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Water~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Cetearyl alcohol~0.45–0.65%
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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Propanediol~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

More about Propanediol
Cetyl alcohol~0.45–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together

More about Cetyl alcohol
Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.45–0.65%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties

More about Argania spinosa kernel oil
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–0.65%
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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Hordeum vulgare seed extract~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A grain extract. It might contain compounds that help neutralize free radicals in skin

More about Hordeum vulgare seed extract
Parfum~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

More about Parfum
Hydrolyzed rice protein~0.3–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties

More about Hydrolyzed rice protein
Hydrolyzed quinoa~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Wheat amino acids~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Wheat amino acids
Soy amino acids~0.3–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

More about Soy amino acids
Citric acid~0.35–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Glucose~0.3–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function

More about Glucose
Glycerin~0.4–0.6%
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

More about Glycerin
Dimethicone~0.5–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingMattifying

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 Dimethicone
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.5–0.7%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Behentrimonium methosulfate~0.35–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

More about Behentrimonium methosulfate
Stearamine oxide~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
More about Stearamine oxide
Olealkonium chloride~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Olealkonium chloride
Behentrimonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Behentrimonium chloride
Amodimethicone~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps create a silky product texture

More about Amodimethicone
Isopropyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation

More about Isopropyl alcohol
Caprylic/capric glycerides polyglyceryl-10 esters~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
More about Caprylic/capric glycerides polyglyceryl-10 esters
Xylitylglucoside~0.3–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

More about Xylitylglucoside
Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.35–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture

More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride
Anhydroxylitol~0.3–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function

More about Anhydroxylitol
Glyceryl stearate se~0.35–0.65%
Key activeComedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient

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Cinnamidopropyltrimonium chloride~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Cinnamidopropyltrimonium chloride
Xylitol~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

More about Xylitol
Trideceth-12~0.35–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
More about Trideceth-12
Polyquaternium-7~0.4–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish

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Polyquaternium-11~0.4–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish

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C12-13 pareth-9~0.35–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
More about C12-13 pareth-9
Cetrimonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

A preservative

More about Cetrimonium chloride
Arginine hcl~0.3–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces irritation

An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin

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Serine~0.3–0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

More about Serine
Threonine~0.3–0.55%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

More about Threonine
Algin~0.3–0.55%
Comedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

More about Algin
Chitosan~0.3–0.55%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
AntibacterialAnti-blemishAnti-oxidationMoisturizing

Inhibits acne-causing bacteria on the surface of the skin. Can help to reduce inflammation caused by bacteria. Helps neutralize free radicals in skin. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.55%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

More about Potassium sorbate
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

More about Sodium benzoate
Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

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

More about Benzyl alcohol
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

More about Phenoxyethanol
Cyclomethicone~0.3–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer

More about Cyclomethicone
Dimethicone~0.35–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingMattifying

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 Dimethicone
Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.3–0.55%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties

More about Argania spinosa kernel oil
Parfum~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

More about Parfum
Linum usitatissimum seed extract~0.1–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Linum usitatissimum seed extract
Ci 26100~0.15–0.25%
Comedogenic 2/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
2/5
More about Ci 26100
Ci 15850~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A red colorant

More about Ci 15850
Ci 47000~0.1–0.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Ci 47000
Yellow 11~0.1–0.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Yellow 11
Ingredient list view

Unknown, Tin, Water, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Parfum, Lactamide mea, Acrylates/palmeth-25 acrylate copolymer, Glycerin, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Retinyl palmitate, Tocopherol, Chondrus crispus extract, Ascophyllum nodosum extract, Palmaria palmata extract, Laminaria saccharina extract, Undaria pinnatifida extract, Sodium sarcosinate, Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Xylitol, Polyquaternium-7, Glucose, Propylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, Anhydroxylitol, Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, Xylitylglucoside, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Sodium pca, Peg-20 glyceryl laurate, Lauric acid, Ethanolamine, Polysorbate 20, Linoleic acid, Lactic acid, Sodium benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Linalool, Tin, Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Cetrimonium chloride, Cetyl alcohol, Parfum, Linum usitatissimum seed extract, Citric acid, Isopropyl alcohol, Behentrimonium chloride, Dmdm hydantoin, Ci 19140, Ci 15985, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Linalool, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Propanediol, Cetyl alcohol, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hordeum vulgare seed extract, Parfum, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Hydrolyzed quinoa, Wheat amino acids, Soy amino acids, Citric acid, Glucose, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Behentrimonium methosulfate, Stearamine oxide, Olealkonium chloride, Behentrimonium chloride, Amodimethicone, Isopropyl alcohol, Caprylic/capric glycerides polyglyceryl-10 esters, Xylitylglucoside, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Anhydroxylitol, Glyceryl stearate se, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium chloride, Xylitol, Trideceth-12, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-11, C12-13 pareth-9, Cetrimonium chloride, Arginine hcl, Serine, Threonine, Algin, Chitosan, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Parfum, Linum usitatissimum seed extract, Ci 26100, Ci 15850, Ci 47000, Yellow 11

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Product summary

"Moroccanoil - Magic of Hydration" is effective for: Moisturizing

This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, Anti-blemish, Anti-oxidation and Evens skin tone, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

  • this product includes a form of Retinoids (vitamin A) - retinyl palmitate 0.70% - 1.05%, but this type of vitamin A is not very effective. It could in theory help with fine lines and wrinkles, but the effect is most likely minimal.
  • Humectants (cyclomethicone 0.30% - 0.60%, anhydroxylitol 0.30% - 0.60%, xylitylglucoside 0.30% - 0.60%, glycerin 0.40% - 0.60%, soy amino acids 0.30% - 0.60%, glycerin 0.35% - 0.60%, sodium pca 0.30% - 0.55%, xylitylglucoside 0.30% - 0.55%, anhydroxylitol 0.30% - 0.55% and glycerin 1.30% - 1.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Moroccanoil" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.

Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 30 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    Natural vegetable fats in the prevention of irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  3. 3
    Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  4. 4
    Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
  5. 5
    Safety Assessment of Brown Algae-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
  6. 6
    The effect of laminaria saccharina extract on suppressing pigmentation in in-vitro systemjaad.org
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