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“A soothing cream that helps restore the water/oil balance of the skin while leaving it moisturized and supple.”
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, cetearyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper tripeptide-1, dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, saccharomyces polypeptides, tripeptide-29
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper tripeptide-1, dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, saccharomyces polypeptides, tripeptide-29. 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.


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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 to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolTraditionally 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 extractA 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 non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerImproves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneA silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractA plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence is lacking
More about Morus alba bark extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractA berry extract that might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Schisandra chinensis fruit extractMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractLicorice root extract. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation
More about Glycyrrhiza uralensis root extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractUsed for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractA plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractA plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetateA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumWater, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Aloe barbadensis extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, 1,2-hexanediol, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan oleate, Glyceryl stearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Sodium hyaluronate, Peg-100 stearate, Polysorbate 60, Caprylyl glycol, Melaleuca alternifolia extract, Centella asiatica extract, Morus alba bark extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Bambusa vulgaris leaf extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Schisandra chinensis fruit extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Solanum lycopersicum fruit extract, Disodium edta, Solanum tuberosum pulp extract, Glycyrrhiza uralensis root extract, Honey extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa water, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Loess extract, Platycodon grandiflorus root extract, Camellia sasanqua extract, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Hamamelis virginiana water, Unknown, Bletilla striata root extract, Nicotinoyl dipeptide-23, Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Rh-oligopeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-10, Copper tripeptide-1, Tetrapeptide-44, Tripeptide-29, Saccharomyces polypeptides, 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.
| no:hjKorean Aesthetic Botanical Sensitive CreamYOUR PRODUCT | NEOGEN X SUR.MEDICSurmedic 24K Gold Caviar Repair Vital Cream | AHCYouth Lasting Real Eye Cream For Face | MEDI-PEELGold Age Tox H8 Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 54% | 53% |
| Price | $53.90 | $39.59−$14.31 | $7.91−$45.99 | $20.25−$33.65 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 11 | 9 of 11 | 7 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Tripeptide-1 | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester | Oligopeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
"no: hj - Korean Aesthetic Botanical Sensitive Cream" has a good moisturizing formula. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, honey extract and aloe barbadensis extract in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Caprylic/capric triglyceride, cetearyl alcohol, cyclopentasiloxane, caprylyl glycol and glyceryl stearate in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 53.90$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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