
“Hydrating Moisturizer”
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, aloe barbadensis leaf juice.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
“Hydrate, Calm, Soothe & Even Skin Tone”
This product contains ingredients (glycyrrhiza glabra root extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract, squalene) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
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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 juiceA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholOne 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 GlycerinPlant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilCedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Juniperus virginiana oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholA 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 butterHelps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishes
More about Rosa canina seed oilAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateCan 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 extractEssential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractContains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractPure 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 TocopherolA phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated
More about Beta-sitosterolAn oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateAn 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 BisabololCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Cetearyl glucoside, Morinda citrifolia fruit extract, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Juniperus virginiana oil, Guaiacum officinale wood oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Santalum spicata wood oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Benzyl alcohol, Punica granatum sterols, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Xanthan gum, Rosa canina seed oil, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Tocopherol, Beta-sitosterol, Squalene, Ascorbyl palmitate, Bisabolol, Quartz, Potassium hydroxide, Dehydroacetic acid, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Water, Farnesol, Citronellol, Geraniol
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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.
| noneHydrating MoisturizerYOUR PRODUCT | KORA OrganicsHydrating Moisturizer for Dry Skin | Indie LeeSqualane Facial Cream | ApolivaHydration Fuktcreme Rich | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 36% | 34% |
| Price | — | $60.00 | $70.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 6 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | — | Panthenol | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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