OleHenriksen Stay in Touch Restorative Hand Crème
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MoisturizingLinoleic acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 14 moreWorks well
“What it is: An ultra-nourishing hand cream with cloudberry oil and açaí sterols that immediately boosts hydration by 69 percent and visibly minimizes fine lines and wrinkles.”
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, polyglutamic acid.
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: linoleic acid
Anti-agingTocopherolNot delivered
“What it is: An ultra-nourishing hand cream with cloudberry oil and açaí sterols that immediately boosts hydration by 69 percent and visibly minimizes fine lines and wrinkles.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Citrus grandis fruit extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~45–55%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.1–7.5%
- 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 triglycerideLauryl laurate~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Lauryl laurateStearyl alcohol~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholHelianthus annuus seed oil~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 oilSqualane~2.1–2.5%
- 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 SqualaneGlycerin~1.7–2.1%
- 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 GlycerinPolyglyceryl-2 stearate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-2 stearateGlyceryl stearate~1.2–1.5%
- 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 stearateGlyceryl stearate se~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seEuterpe oleracea sterols~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rubus chamaemorus seed oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract that can have some anti-oxidant properties. It helps to preserve product formulations and improve their smell. It can be irritating
More about Rubus chamaemorus seed oilRibes nigrum seed oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient. Can be helpful for restoring skin barrier function.
More about Ribes nigrum seed oilSambucus nigra seed oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vaccinium vitis-idaea seed oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglutamic acid~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin.
More about Polyglutamic acidLinoleic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidOleic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidLinolenic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidCarnitine~0.8–1.2%
Sodium pca~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaTocopherol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure 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 TocopherolCitrus grandis fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus paradisi fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus sinensis fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus limon fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractPotassium cetyl phosphate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.5%
Sodium phytate~0.25–0.45%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Citrus paradisi peel oil~0.2–0.4%
Xanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilPhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDimethicone~0.25–0.5%
- 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 DimethiconeCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.1–0.2%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateCymbopogon citratus leaf/stem oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitral~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Lauryl laurate, Stearyl alcohol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Squalane, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-2 stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Glyceryl stearate se, Euterpe oleracea sterols, Rubus chamaemorus seed oil, Ribes nigrum seed oil, Sambucus nigra seed oil, Vaccinium vitis-idaea seed oil, Polyglutamic acid, Linoleic acid, Oleic acid, Linolenic acid, Carnitine, Sodium pca, Tocopherol, Citrus grandis fruit extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Citrus sinensis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium phytate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Xanthan gum, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Cymbopogon citratus leaf/stem oil, Limonene, 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.
| OleHenriksenStay in Touch Restorative Hand CrèmeYOUR PRODUCT | BiossanceSqualane + Omega Repair Hand Cream | StriVectinSD™ Hand Cream | Drunk ElephantTherabu Buttered Reparative Hand Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 58% | 58% |
| Price | — | $15.72 | $34.80 | $24.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 6 of 12 | 6 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Panthenol | Colloidal Oatmeal |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "OleHenriksen - Stay in Touch Restorative Hand Crème" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Polyglutamic acid and sodium pca in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Linoleic acid, linolenic acid, ribes nigrum seed oil, caprylic/capric triglyceride and dimethicone in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- Another helpful ingredient in this moisturizer is Linoleic Acid. It is one of the fatty acids naturally present in skin. It is part of the skin barrier. Preliminary research shows that it might be able to reduce clogged pores.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "OleHenriksen" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 32.00$ in the United States and for 29.00CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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