Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing29 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“, Jojoba and Shea Butter Hydrates and restores moisture while promoting tight-looking 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-aging5 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“What it is An ultra-moisturizing body cream that hydrates and nourishes skin to appear youthful.”
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?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Parfum~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPropanediol~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.1–3.8%
- 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 triglycerideGlycerin~2.4–2.9%
- 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~1.9–2.4%
- 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~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateC12-15 alkyl benzoate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateMyristyl myristate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristateIsocetyl stearate~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Isocetyl stearateCetearyl alcohol~0.95–1.15%
- 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 alcoholDimethicone~0.7–1.05%
- 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 DimethiconeHydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivatePrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilSteareth-2~0.5–0.8%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.75%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolButyrospermum parkii butter~0.5–0.75%
- 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 butterAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerCetyl alcohol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPalmitic acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidHydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiablesBenzyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Oryza sativa bran oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilVitis vinifera seed oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilDisodium edta~0.3–0.6%
Benzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Sorbic acid~0.3–0.6%
Xanthan gum~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumOryza sativa bran extract~0.3–0.6%
Panthenol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolShorea stenoptera seed butter~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about Shorea stenoptera seed butterAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.3–0.6%
- 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 juiceJojoba esters~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersGlycine soja oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilHelianthus annuus extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus extractBorago officinalis seed oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilLimnanthes alba seed oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilPassiflora edulis seed oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
More about Passiflora edulis seed oilTocopherol~0.3–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractLeontopodium alpinum extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.6%
- 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 acetateSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCitric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.55%
Sodium benzoate~0.3–0.5%
Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolBeta-carotene~0.25–0.45%
Daucus carota sativa root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractAminomethyl propanol~0.2–0.35%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.25%
Citral~0.15–0.25%
Linalool~0.15–0.25%
Citronellol~0.1–0.15%
Cinnamal~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Water, Parfum, Propanediol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Myristyl myristate, Isocetyl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Steareth-2, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Cetyl alcohol, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables, Benzyl alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Oryza sativa bran oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Disodium edta, Benzoic acid, Sorbic acid, Xanthan gum, Oryza sativa bran extract, Panthenol, Shorea stenoptera seed butter, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Jojoba esters, Glycine soja oil, Helianthus annuus extract, Borago officinalis seed oil, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Leontopodium alpinum extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium hyaluronate, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Caprylyl glycol, Beta-carotene, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Aminomethyl propanol, Limonene, Hexyl cinnamal, Citral, Linalool, Citronellol, Cinnamal
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| OribeRestorative Body CrmeYOUR PRODUCT | NEST New YorkCitrine Body Cream | Too Cool For SchoolEgg Mellow Body Butter | Elizabeth GrantCaviar Cellular Recharge Super Body Cream | |
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| Match | — | 54% | 54% | 54% |
| Price | $65.00 | $55.00−$10.00 | $25.00−$40.00 | $39.65−$25.35 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 19 | 6 of 19 | 8 of 19 |
| Key difference | — | Retinyl Palmitate | Ceramide Np | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Oribe - Restorative Body Crme" works well for moisturizing the skin. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Panthenol, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate and caprylyl glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (borago officinalis seed oil, glycine soja oil, helianthus annuus extract, isocetyl stearate and jojoba esters) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: vitamin e, stearic acid and butyrospermum parkii butterIrritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Oribe" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 81.00CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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