QMS Medicosmetics Epigen Pollution Defense Day and Night Gel Crème
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MoisturizingThermus thermophillus ferment, Undecane + 12 moreWorks
“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.”
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:
biosaccharide gum-1, glycerin.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, AlcoholMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~7.5–9.2%
- 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 juiceThermus thermophillus ferment~4.8–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralising free radicals in skin and have some hydration properties
More about Thermus thermophillus fermentIsoamyl laurate~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl laurateUndecane~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecaneSaccharide isomerate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateMyristyl alcohol~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps to stabilize the product formulation while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be irritating
More about Myristyl alcoholHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerButyrospermum parkii butter~1.6–1.9%
- 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 butterTridecane~1.2–1.4%
Dimethicone~1.1–1.3%
- 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 DimethiconePentapeptide-48~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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%.
More about Pentapeptide-48Sodium hyaluronate~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer-3~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.7–1%
- 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 TocopherolHydrogenated lecithin~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps 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 lecithinPhenoxyethanol~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolGlycerin~0.6–0.9%
- 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 GlycerinLecithin~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinBiosaccharide gum-1~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Ascorbyl palmitate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateDehydroacetic acid~0.35–0.6%
Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.4–0.65%
- 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 triglycerideCarbomer~0.3–0.6%
- 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 CarbomerPhenethyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
Citric acid~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%
Parfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Ascorbic acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidMaltodextrin~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinIsopropyl alcohol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholIngredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Thermus thermophillus ferment, 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
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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.
| QMS MedicosmeticsEpigen Pollution Defense Day and Night Gel CrèmeYOUR PRODUCT | Dr Sam'sFlawless Moisturiser | CeraVeSkin Renewing Night Cream | NatioCalm Nourishing Night Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 35% | 33% |
| Price | — | $72.75 | $15.44 | $12.31 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 8 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3 | — |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Cosmetic allergy from myristyl alcoholncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2
- 3Patch testing with myristyl alcoholresearchgate.net
- 4
- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 6The Power of Royalactinmibellebiochemistry.com
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