PRODUCT REVIEW
QMS Medicosmetics Epigen Pollution Defense Day and Night Gel Crème
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What can the product work for?
Works for
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Powered by a blend of thermus thermophilus ferment and swiss glacier water, the protective cream offers intense hydration, working to lock in moisture to help visibly plump the skin.
saccharide isomerate
2.5% -
3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
glycerin
0.45% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
pentapeptide-48
0.65% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of peptide, sold under the brand name Royal Epigen P5. It consists five different amino-acids: arginine, glutamic acid, leucine, serine and threonine. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have anti-aging benefits. One of the manufacturers discloses that creation of this peptide was inspired by a protein found in royal jelly. There is no evidence that this is in any way relevant to this ingredient's benefit for human skin. There are no clinical trials available for this ingredient. There is also no lab tests methodology and results disclosed for it. It is not clear if this peptide has an actual anti-aging or would healing properties when applied topically to human skin. The ingredient manufacturer recommends to include it in formulations at 2-3%.
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Anti-aging
pentapeptide-48
0.65% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A type of peptide, sold under the brand name Royal Epigen P5. It consists five different amino-acids: arginine, glutamic acid, leucine, serine and threonine. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have anti-aging benefits. One of the manufacturers discloses that creation of this peptide was inspired by a protein found in royal jelly. There is no evidence that this is in any way relevant to this ingredient's benefit for human skin. There are no clinical trials available for this ingredient. There is also no lab tests methodology and results disclosed for it. It is not clear if this peptide has an actual anti-aging or would healing properties when applied topically to human skin. The ingredient manufacturer recommends to include it in formulations at 2-3%.
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.5% -
1.8%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
7.3% -
8.9%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
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How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
75/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 1
Potential irritants
myristyl alcohol
2.1% -
2.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps to stabilize the product formulation while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.5% -
1.8%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
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
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
tocopherol
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Anti-inflammatory,
Moisturizing
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
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.5% -
1.8%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
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
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Potential irritants
myristyl alcohol
2.1% -
2.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
Helps to stabilize the product formulation while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.5% -
1.8%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
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
All ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
7.3% -
8.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Antibacterial,
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces redness,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-aging
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
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Ingredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Unknown, Isoamyl laurate, Undecane, Saccharide isomerate, Myristyl alcohol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Tridecane, Dimethicone, Pentapeptide-48, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer-3, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Phenoxyethanol, Glycerin, Lecithin, Biosaccharide gum-1, Ascorbyl palmitate, Benzoic acid, Sorbitan isostearate, Dehydroacetic acid, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Carbomer, Phenethyl alcohol, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium sorbate, Parfum, Alcohol, Sodium hydroxide, Ascorbic acid, Maltodextrin, Isopropyl alcohol
Sources
- Cosmetic allergy from myristyl alcohol
- Contact Sensitization to Emulsifying Agents: An Underrated Issue?
- Patch testing with myristyl alcohol
- Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
- The Power of Royalactin
- RoyalEpigen P5
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- 4 Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Dehydroacetate and Dehydroacetic Acid