Works for
MoisturizingHexapeptide-9, Urea + 11 moreWorks well
“Cellular Hydration Barrier Repair Serum”
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: persea gratissima oil, pentylene glycol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: hexapeptide-9, urea
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Hexapeptide-9, TocopherolMay help
This product contains hexapeptide-9. This ingredient 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Limonene, Linalool + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolVaccinium myrtillus seed oil~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
C14-22 alcohols~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsPersea gratissima oil~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilLactobacillus ferment~1.4–2.1%
- 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 fermentSalix alba extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pepper extract. Might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extractSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerHexapeptide-9~0.45–1.05%
- 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 Hexapeptide-9Urea~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaYeast amino acids~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trehalose~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseInositol~0.2–0.75%
Taurine~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurineBetaine~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineHydroxyacetophenone~0.15–0.65%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolOleyl alcohol~0.15–0.55%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.5%
Pullulan~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanC12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideSclerotium gum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumLysolecithin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin derivative. It helps oil and water mix together and can enhance penetration of other ingredients. It helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LysolecithinXanthan gum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSilica~0.15–0.65%
Glucose~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.3%
Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Parfum~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Vaccinium myrtillus seed oil, C14-22 alcohols, Persea gratissima oil, Lactobacillus ferment, Salix alba extract, Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Hexapeptide-9, Urea, Yeast amino acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopherol, Oleyl alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pullulan, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Sclerotium gum, Lysolecithin, Xanthan gum, Silica, Glucose, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Sodium hydroxide, Chlorphenesin, Limonene, Linalool, Parfum
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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.
| MuradCellular Hydration Barrier Repair SerumYOUR PRODUCT | DermaticaDaily Firming Multi-Peptide Serum | Estée LauderPerfectionist Pro Rapid Firm + Lift Serum with Hexapeptides 8 + 9 | AizenPhytorevita Ampoule | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 54% | 53% |
| Price | $76.00 | $28.99−$47.01 | $100.00+$24.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Boots Firming Peptides and Beta Glucan SerumBiopelle Tensage Intensive Serum 50
Product summary
"Murad - Cellular Hydration Barrier Repair Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (hexapeptide-9 0.45% - 1.05%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Humectants (betaine 0.15% - 0.70%, inositol 0.20% - 0.75%, trehalose 0.30% - 0.70%, urea 0.40% - 0.90%, hexapeptide-9 0.45% - 1.05%, sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer 0.60% - 1.35%, lactobacillus ferment 1.40% - 2.10% and glycerin 4.10% - 6.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Murad" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 72.00$ in the United States and for 72.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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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.
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- 4Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
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- 6Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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