Works for
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing16 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Galactomyces Sleeping 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:
diglycerin, galactomyces ferment filtrate.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin tone3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Contains White Flower Brightening Complex and White Leaf Brightening Complex made from 3 flower extracts and 5 leaf extracts for a supple skin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: galactomyces ferment filtrate, glycyrrhiza glabra root extract.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Contains skin-whitening Niacinamide and anti-wrinkle Adenosine. Skin irritation test completed. How to use 1.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: galactomyces ferment filtrate.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 5 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product contains antioxidants (galactomyces ferment filtrate) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Citrus junos fruit extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dipropylene glycol~7.3–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinGalactomyces ferment filtrate~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A yeast ferment filtrate (also known as Pitera - a trademarked name for the filtrate reserved by the SK-II brand). It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, can help neutralize antioxidants and can be helpful in evening out the skin tone. It might be somewhat helpful in preventing premature skin aging but solid evidence is lacking. A small manufacturer study also shows that, when used in high concentrations, it can help reduce sebum production and help against blocked pores
More about Galactomyces ferment filtrateNiacinamide~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.1–2.6%
- 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 triglycerideIsopentyldiol~1.7–2.1%
Diglycerin~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinCetearyl olivate~1.2–1.5%
Sorbitan olivate~0.95–1.2%
Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerIsohexadecane~0.7–1.05%
- 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 80~0.55–0.85%
Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer1,2-hexanediol~0.45–0.65%
Glyceryl glucoside~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help to restore skin barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Glyceryl glucosideGlucose~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseAllantoin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSqualane~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An 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 SqualanePropanediol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolButylene glycol~0.3–0.5%
- 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 glycolGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractLactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking
More about Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractOryza sativa extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractRosa canina fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence is lacking
More about Rosa canina fruit extractCitrus junos fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus junos fruit extractMorus alba leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus serrulata flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nelumbium speciosum flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lilium tigrinum extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salvia officinalis leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractChamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
Melissa officinalis leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractPinus densiflora leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nelumbo nucifera leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adenosine~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.15%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, Galactomyces ferment filtrate, Niacinamide, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isopentyldiol, Diglycerin, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, 1,2-hexanediol, Glyceryl glucoside, Glucose, Allantoin, Squalane, Propanediol, Butylene glycol, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Oryza sativa extract, Rosa canina fruit extract, Citrus junos fruit extract, Morus alba leaf extract, Prunus serrulata flower extract, Nelumbium speciosum flower extract, Lilium tigrinum extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Pinus densiflora leaf extract, Nelumbo nucifera leaf extract, Adenosine, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
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| RiReGalactomyces Sleeping CreamYOUR PRODUCT | ManyoGalactomy Essence Cream | KLAVUUVegan Collagen Cream Mini | DEWYCELF5 Ampule Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 85% | 85% |
| Price | $14.10 | $8.75−$5.35 | $8.10−$6.00 | $26.40+$12.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Panthenol | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "RiRe - Galactomyces Sleeping Cream" works well for improving skin hydration To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. RiRe - Galactomyces Sleeping Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (diglycerin, galactomyces ferment filtrate, glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer and glyceryl glucoside) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (caprylic/capric triglyceride, squalane, caprylyl glycol and isohexadecane) 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
- We love that this moisturizer contains a good concentration of niacinamide 2.40% - 2.90%. Niacinamide is a perfect active in a moistruizer because it helps calm down inflamation in skin and support the skin barrier. More than that, it is helpful for most common skin concerns: it helps regulat oil production, help reduce acne and clogged pores, improve skin tone and prevent pigmentation marks. It also helps fight photodamage.
- Adenosine 0.15% - 0.25%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.
Price
The product retails from 11.90$ up to 14.10$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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