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Moisturizing18 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Supershine Light Moisturizing Cream”
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, hydrolyzed rice protein.
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: dimethicone, dimethiconol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Benzyl benzoate + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cyclopentasiloxane~6.2–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneIsododecane~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneDimethicone~3.3–4%
- 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 DimethiconeDimethiconol~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolHydrogenated polydecene~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneButylene glycol~1.7–2.1%
- 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 glycolPhenyl trimethicone~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconePanthenol~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolKeratin~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cinnamidopropyltrimonium chloride~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed jojoba protein~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba proteinBis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hydrolyzed rice protein~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinWheat amino acids~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed wheat protein pg-propyl silanetriol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolHydrolyzed wheat protein/pvp crosspolymer~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.4–0.6%
- 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 GlycerinHydrolyzed vegetable protein pg-propyl silanetriol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pearl powder~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of 95% calcium carbonate that does not have any effect on the skin. The remaining 5% can include compounds that can help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function
More about Pearl powderHelianthus annuus seed extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Litchi chinensis pericarp extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed keratin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein~0.25–0.45%
Moringa pterygosperma seed extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Moringa pterygosperma seed extractHydrolyzed soy protein~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinStyrax benzoin resin extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneOleth-10~0.3–0.5%
Ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol ether~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol etherIsohexadecane~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves 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 IsohexadecanePolysorbate 80~0.3–0.55%
Leontopodium alpinum extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Kaempferia galanga root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrullus lanatus fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractPpg-3 benzyl ether myristate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cystine bis-pg-propyl silanetriol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyquaternium-4~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBenzyl benzoate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateCitral~0.25–0.45%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.25–0.45%
Limonene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.2–0.4%
Benzophenone-4~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Tetrasodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Benzyl alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholChlorphenesin~0.15–0.3%
Sorbic acid~0.15–0.3%
Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Mica~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.15–0.25%
- 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 dioxideCi 77891~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Hydrogenated polydecene, Butylene glycol, Phenyl trimethicone, Panthenol, Keratin, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium chloride, Hydrolyzed jojoba protein, Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Wheat amino acids, Hydrolyzed wheat protein pg-propyl silanetriol, Propylene glycol, Hydrolyzed wheat protein/pvp crosspolymer, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed vegetable protein pg-propyl silanetriol, Pearl powder, Helianthus annuus seed extract, Unknown, Litchi chinensis pericarp extract, Hydrolyzed keratin, Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein, Moringa pterygosperma seed extract, Unknown, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Styrax benzoin resin extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Oleth-10, Ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol ether, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Leontopodium alpinum extract, Kaempferia galanga root extract, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Ppg-3 benzyl ether myristate, Cystine bis-pg-propyl silanetriol, Polyquaternium-4, Parfum, Benzyl benzoate, Citral, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Benzophenone-4, Tetrasodium edta, Benzyl alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Sorbic acid, Methylisothiazolinone, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891
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| OribeSupershine Light Moisturizing CreamYOUR PRODUCT | DarphinIntral Redness Relief Recovery Cream | SCINICPinktamin Tone-Up Cream | AhavaMin Rad Night Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 58% | 58% |
| Price | $52.00 | $47.59−$4.41 | $17.70−$34.30 | $71.39+$19.39 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 6 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Phytosphingosine | Niacinamide | Bisabolol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Oribe - Supershine Light Moisturizing Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Oribe - Supershine Light Moisturizing Cream ticks this box. Panthenol, glycerin, hydrolyzed rice protein, hydrolyzed soy protein and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (dimethicone, dimethiconol, phenyl trimethicone, cyclopentasiloxane and isododecane) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 1.20% - 1.40% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Oribe" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 65.00CA$ in Canada and for 52.00$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 3Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 5
- 6
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