
“Formulated with a ceramide complex, peptide complex and amino acids, this lightweight moisturizer hydrates the skin for dewy, plump and radiant 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:
alanine, arginine.
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: arginine, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide as, ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns, hexapeptide-11, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1
“Helps improve the look of fine lines and wrinkles while strengthening the skin's moisture barrier.”
This product contains hexapeptide-11, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, serine, threonine. There is some human evidence that these ingredients help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin elasticity and firmness, though it is smaller or less consistent than the evidence for the best anti-aging ingredients.
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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 GlycerinActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl olivateAn 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 SqualaneHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide asA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide nsA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Hexapeptide-11A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Helps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearateIncreases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateHelps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecaneHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about PcaAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineHelps 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 lecithinAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateUsed 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 glycolA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArgininePure 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 TocopherolHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Isopropyl myristate, Ethylhexyl olivate, Squalane, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Ceramide np, Ceramide as, Ceramide ns, Ceramide eop, Ceramide ap, Hexapeptide-11, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Triolein, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Glyceryl oleate, Undecane, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glyceryl dioleate, Caprylyl glycol, Xanthan gum, Tridecane, Betaine, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Citric acid, Sodium phytate, Sodium pca, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium lactate, Pca, Sodium benzoate, Serine, Alanine, Palmitic acid, Glycine, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Butylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glutamic acid, Lysine hcl, Threonine, Arginine, Proline, Tocopherol, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 24 of 24 | 11 of 24 | 9 of 24 |
| Key difference | — | — | Dipeptide-2 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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