Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingCeramide eop, Ceramide np + 13 moreStrong evidence
“Micro Body Rejuvenating Cream”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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 ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, palmitoyl tripeptide-1 acetate, petrolatum, phytosphingosine, tetrapeptide-21
Anti-agingPalmitoyl tripeptide-1 acetate, Tetrapeptide-21Moderate evidence
“Expect brighter, smoother and more youthful-looking results.”
This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-1 acetate, tetrapeptide-21. 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.
ExfoliationSalicylic acidWeak evidence
“Salicylic Acid provides gentle exfoliation to sweep away dead cells and dry skin, while Glycerin restores softness for a refined texture.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow 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%
Cetearyl alcohol~5.5–8.2%
- 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 alcoholPetrolatum~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.1–3.2%
- 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 triglycerideBehentrimonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetyl alcohol~1.5–2.2%
- 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 alcoholDimethicone~1.4–2%
- 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 DimethiconeGlyceryl stearate~1.1–1.6%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateTetrapeptide-21~0.5–1.15%
- 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 Tetrapeptide-21Capryloyl carnosine~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 acetate~0.35–0.85%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSalicylic acid~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidCeramide np~0.35–0.8%
- 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 npPhytosphingosine~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineCholesterol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolCeramide ap~0.15–0.65%
- 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 apCeramide eop~0.15–0.6%
- 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 eopGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideSodium lauroyl lactylate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Disodium edta~0.1–0.35%
Xanthan gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCarbomer~0.1–0.3%
- 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 CarbomerEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Petrolatum, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Behentrimonium chloride, Cetyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Tetrapeptide-21, Capryloyl carnosine, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 acetate, Sodium hyaluronate, Salicylic acid, Ceramide np, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
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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.
| NeocutisMicro Body Rejuvenating CreamYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeSA Smoothing Cream with Salicylic Acid for Dry, Rough & Bumpy Skin | REVOLUTION SKINCAREBHA Salicylic Acid & Urea Smoothing Foot Balm | Neocutis Micro•EssentialsNeo Body Restorative Body Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 84% | 69% | 66% |
| Price | $120.00 | $16.00−$104.00 | $8.00−$112.00 | $120.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 13 | 8 of 13 | 13 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | — |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Neocutis - Micro Body Rejuvenating Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (glycerin and sodium hyaluronate) 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). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine, petrolatum and cholesterol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.35% - 0.80%, ceramide np 0.35% - 0.80%, ceramide eop 0.15% - 0.60% and ceramide ap 0.15% - 0.65%). 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.
- This moistruizer also contains peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 acetate 0.35% - 0.85% and tetrapeptide-21 0.50% - 1.15%). Peptides is a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of amino-acids. Our skin produces peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of peptides is, but it is very likely that peptides in skincare are helpful. They might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Irritation risk
There are actives in this product that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be low. 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 120.00$ 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5
- 6Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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