
“Saccharide Complex Improves moisture and aids in deep long-lasting hydration due to structural similarities with skin’s own carbohydrate complex”
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, lactobacillus ferment.
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: cocos nucifera fruit extract, glycine soja oil.
This product contains pentapeptide-48. 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.
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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 GlycerinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelHelps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractA 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 extractCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidUsed as a fragrance. Canbe irritating
More about Ocimum basilicum flower/leaf extractHelps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedOne 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 GlycerinA 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 triglycerideA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterUsed to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenateAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose laurateA 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 fermentAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Mangifera indica seed butterA type of peptide, sold under the brand name Royal Epigen P5. It consists five different amino-acids: arginine, glutamic acid, leucine, serine and threonine. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have anti-aging benefits. One of the manufacturers discloses that creation of this peptide was inspired by a protein found in royal jelly. There is no evidence that this is in any way relevant to this ingredient's benefit for human skin. There are no clinical trials available for this ingredient. There is also no lab tests methodology and results disclosed for it. It is not clear if this peptide has an actual anti-aging or would healing properties when applied topically to human skin. The ingredient manufacturer recommends to include it in formulations at 2-3%.
More about Pentapeptide-48Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3A non-living ingredient made by fermentation with the bacteria Lactobacillus. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help reduce inflammation
More about LactobacillusA plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilPure 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 TocopherolAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelHelps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractHelps 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 lecithinA 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 filtrateCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidUsed to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholWater, Glycerin, Saccharide isomerate, Xanthan gum, Glyceryl caprylate, Parfum, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Mel, Honey, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Citric acid, Ocimum basilicum flower/leaf extract, Disodium phosphate, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Sodium citrate, Benzyl alcohol, Limonene, Linalool, Anise alcohol, Benzyl salicylate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glyceryl behenate, Jojoba esters, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Water, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Sucrose laurate, Lactobacillus ferment, Parfum, Glycine soja oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Mangifera indica seed butter, Pentapeptide-48, Sucrose stearate, Acacia decurrens flower wax, Unknown, Polyglycerin-3, Lactobacillus, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Tocopherol, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Mel, Honey, Sucrose palmitate, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Populus tremuloides bark extract, Phenethyl alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid, Maltodextrin, Benzyl alcohol
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