Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing13 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Formulated with 75% Lotus Flower Extract to moisturize and purify skin Kaempferol offers anti-oxidant properties to provide anti-aging effects Natural Moisturizing Factors hydrates skin and strengthens skin barrier INGREDIENTS HOW TO USE Apply an appropriate amount evenly to face, neck and dry areas. Avoid eye and lip areas. Pat gently to aid absorption.”
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:
glycerin, xylitylglucoside.
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, prunus amygdalus dulcis oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, panthenol
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Formulated with 75% Lotus Flower Extract to moisturize and purify skin Kaempferol offers anti-oxidant properties to provide anti-aging effects Natural Moisturizing Factors hydrates skin and strengthens skin barrier INGREDIENTS HOW TO USE Apply an appropriate amount evenly to face, neck and dry areas. Avoid eye and lip areas. Pat gently to aid absorption.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
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.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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-blemishNot advertised by the brand · 2 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Nelumbo nucifera flower extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Nelumbo nucifera flower extract~22–33%
Glycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol~4.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolDipropylene glycol~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolHydrogenated polyisobutene~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneNiacinamide~1.9–2.8%
- 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 Niacinamide2-hexanol~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.5–2.2%
- 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 triglyceridePrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilWater~0.85–1.25%
Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl tauratePanthenol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolCetearyl olivate~0.4–0.95%
Hydrogenated polydecene~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneSorbitan olivate~0.3–0.7%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.15–0.65%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseAllantoin~0.1–0.4%
- 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 AllantoinTrideceth-10~0.15–0.65%
Xylitylglucoside~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideAnhydroxylitol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolXylitol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolGlucose~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseIngredient list view
Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Dipropylene glycol, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Niacinamide, 2-hexanol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Water, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Panthenol, Cetearyl olivate, Hydrogenated polydecene, Sorbitan olivate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Allantoin, Trideceth-10, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Glucose
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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.
| ROVECTINCalming Lotus Cream 60mlYOUR PRODUCT | Rovectin Skin EssentialsLotus Water Cream | CetaphilOPTIMAL HYDRATION HEALTHY GLOW DAILY CREAM | BootsNo7 HydraLuminous+ Night Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 95% | 93% | 91% |
| Price | $23.53 | — | $32.98+$9.45 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 6 | 6 of 6 | 6 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed | Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "ROVECTIN - Buy Rovectin Calming Lotus Water Cream Australia - K-Beauty Skin Care" can work well for skin moisturization. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. ROVECTIN - Buy Rovectin Calming Lotus Water Cream Australia - K-Beauty Skin Care ticks this box. Panthenol, glycerin, xylitylglucoside and glucose in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Caprylic/capric triglyceride, prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, hydrogenated polydecene, pentylene glycol and hydrogenated polyisobutene in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We particularly like that there is a good concentration of Niacinamide (1.90% - 2.80%) in this moisturizer. Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is a great ingredient to have in a moisturizer. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and help improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 0.45% - 1.00% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Irritation risk
There are actives in this product that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "ROVECTIN" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 17.80A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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