Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing24 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Formulated with Transkin Technology™ that boosts absorption of nutrients and contains Trehalose that delivers moisture into the deep layers of skin.”
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, panthenol
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product contains antioxidants (glycyrrhetinic acid, thioctic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate support
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycyrrhetinic acid.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 4 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Alcohol + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dipropylene glycol~6.6–8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolMethyl trimethicone~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconeGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinDimethicone~2.5–3%
- 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 DimethiconeButyrospermum parkii butter~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A 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 butterHydrogenated polydecene~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneCetearyl alcohol~1.5–1.8%
- 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 alcoholIsocetyl myristate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Macadamia ternifolia seed oil~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant 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 oilTriethylhexanoin~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.65–0.95%
- 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 triglyceridePca dimethicone~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl stearates~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearates1,2-hexanediol~0.45–0.65%
Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoatePanthenol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPeg-40 stearate~0.4–0.65%
Dipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-100 stearate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateC12-16 alcohols~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture
More about C12-16 alcoholsCetearyl olivate~0.3–0.55%
Cetearyl glucoside~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerStearyl dimethicone~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Stearyl dimethiconeParfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSorbitan olivate~0.3–0.55%
Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleateSqualane~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualanePalmitic acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidHydrogenated lecithin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps 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 lecithinCarbomer~0.25–0.5%
- 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 CarbomerAlcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholTromethamine~0.25–0.5%
Titanium dioxide~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideMica~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaPolysorbate 60~0.3–0.55%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTrisodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateCi 77491~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Peg-8 caprylic/capric glycerides~0.3–0.55%
Trehalose~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseButylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 glycolRhus semialata extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eclipta prostrata extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractDisodium adenosine triphosphate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 20~0.3–0.55%
Myrtus communis extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Thioctic acid~0.25–0.5%
Cyanocobalamin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminGlycyrrhetinic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Active compound of licorice root. Works to calm down inflammation, as an anti-oxidant, and might be helpful in lightening the skin and reducing hyperpigmentation
More about Glycyrrhetinic acidSodium lactate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateGlycoproteins~0.25–0.45%
Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.25–0.5%
- 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 Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.25–0.5%
- 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 Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Limonene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitronellol~0.15–0.25%
Linalool~0.15–0.3%
Benzyl salicylate~0.15–0.3%
Geraniol~0.1–0.2%
Citral~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dipropylene glycol, Methyl trimethicone, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Hydrogenated polydecene, Cetearyl alcohol, Isocetyl myristate, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Triethylhexanoin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Pca dimethicone, Glyceryl stearates, 1,2-hexanediol, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Panthenol, Peg-40 stearate, Dipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate, Peg-100 stearate, C12-16 alcohols, Cetearyl olivate, Cetearyl glucoside, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Stearyl dimethicone, Parfum, Sorbitan olivate, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Squalane, Palmitic acid, Hydrogenated lecithin, Carbomer, Alcohol, Tromethamine, Titanium dioxide, Mica, Polysorbate 60, Sodium hyaluronate, Trisodium edta, Sorbitan isostearate, Ci 77491, Peg-8 caprylic/capric glycerides, Trehalose, Butylene glycol, Rhus semialata extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Disodium adenosine triphosphate, Polysorbate 20, Myrtus communis extract, Thioctic acid, Cyanocobalamin, Glycyrrhetinic acid, Sodium lactate, Glycoproteins, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Limonene, Citronellol, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Geraniol, Citral
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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.
| O HUIThe First Geniture Cream IntensiveYOUR PRODUCT | su:m37Time Energy Moist Firming Cream | NaturiumMulti-Peptide Moisturizer | Skin FunctionalUltimate Ageing Moisturiser, All Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Price | $200.95 | $62.10−$138.85 | $11.00−$189.95 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 12 of 18 | 8 of 18 | 8 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Nonapeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "O HUI - The First Geniture Cream Intensive" works well for moisturizing the skin. 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. Panthenol, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate and butylene glycol 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). Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride and dimethicone 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.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.30% - 0.55%, palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.30% - 0.55%, copper tripeptide-1 0.25% - 0.50%, oligopeptide-4 0.25% - 0.50%, oligopeptide-3 0.25% - 0.50% and oligopeptide-1 0.25% - 0.50%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
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.
Price
The product retails for 165.00CA$ in Canada and from 181.50$ up to 184.24$ 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 21 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 4Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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