Neutrogena Shaving Cream For Sensitive Skin
Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Methyl gluceth-20 + 8 moreWorks well
“Shaving Cream For Sensitive Skin”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, methyl gluceth-20.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Palmitic acid~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidTriethanolamine~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineMethyl gluceth-20~3.4–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Isoceteth-20~2.7–3.4%
Sorbitol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolGlycerin~2–2.4%
- 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 GlycerinGlyceryl stearate~1.6–2%
- 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~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateStearic acid~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDimethicone peg-8 benzoate~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linoleamidopropyl dimethylamine dimer dilinoleate~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseCoco-glucoside~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlyceryl oleate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateGlycine soja seed extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
More about Glycine soja seed extractHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulosePanthenol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Parfum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPropylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Ethylparaben~0.2–0.35%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateButylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolBisabolol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololHelianthus annuus seed extract~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractIngredient list view
Water, Palmitic acid, Triethanolamine, Methyl gluceth-20, Isoceteth-20, Sorbitol, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Stearic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone peg-8 benzoate, Linoleamidopropyl dimethylamine dimer dilinoleate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Coco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate, Glycine soja seed extract, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Panthenol, Methylparaben, Parfum, Propylparaben, Ethylparaben, Tocopheryl acetate, Butylene glycol, Bisabolol, Helianthus annuus seed extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract
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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.
| NeutrogenaShaving Cream For Sensitive SkinYOUR PRODUCT | Every Man JackShave Gel, Sensitive Skin Fragrance Free | Edge2-in-1 Sensitive Skin Men's Shave Cream | BaleaMen Shaving Cream Sensitive | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 68% | 64% | 61% |
| Price | — | $11.40 | — | $2.49 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Mineral Oil | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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