Plenaire Droplet Lightweight Moisture Gel
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingAnhydroxylitol, Glycerin + 4 moreGood evidence
“Nourish and hydrate with Plenaire Droplet Lightweight Moisture Gel”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": anhydroxylitol, glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinXylitylglucoside~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideXanthan gum~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBenzyl alcohol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholAnhydroxylitol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolLecithin~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinSclerotium gum~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumXylitol~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolCarbomer~0.45–1.1%
- 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 CarbomerPullulan~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateParfum~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.55%
Salicylic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidPaeonia lactiflora leaf cell extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glucose~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseSilica~0.05–0.2%
Sorbic acid~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Xylitylglucoside, Xanthan gum, Benzyl alcohol, Anhydroxylitol, Lecithin, Sclerotium gum, Xylitol, Carbomer, Pullulan, Sodium hyaluronate, Parfum, Sodium hydroxide, Salicylic acid, Paeonia lactiflora leaf cell extract, Glucose, Silica, Sorbic acid
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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.
| PlenaireDroplet Lightweight Moisture GelYOUR PRODUCT | REVOLUTION SKINCARESalicylic Acid & Zinc PCA Gel Cream | RevolutionSalicylic Acid and Zinc PCA gel cream | CetaphilOptimal Hydration Skin Replenishing Water Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 69% | 69% | 69% |
| Price | $37.21 | $10.65−$26.56 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 6A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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