Works for
MoisturizingLanolin, Urea + 11 moreWorks well
“For extra sensitive nail beds, the rich formula absorbs quickly to intensely moisturize rough, ragged cuticles while relieving hangnail pain.”
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:
urea, propylene glycol.
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: cera alba, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin, paraffinum liquidum, urea
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Sorbitan sesquioleate, Parfum + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propylene glycol~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolLanolin~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinCetyl alcohol~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholUrea~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaCera alba~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaStearyl alcohol~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholGlyceryl stearate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSorbitan sesquioleate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateIsopropyl palmitate~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateDimethicone~0.45–1.05%
- 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 DimethiconeCetyl acetate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Acetylated lanolin alcohol~0.35–0.85%
Parfum~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium borate~0.3–0.75%
Paraffinum liquidum~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilImidazolidinyl urea~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is more irritating than many other preservatives available
More about Imidazolidinyl ureaPrunus armeniaca fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some antioxidant properties and might help attract water to the skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus armeniaca fruit extractPeg-150 distearate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 distearateAllantoin~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 AllantoinCollagen~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products
More about CollagenMethylparaben~0.05–0.3%
Sorbic acid~0.05–0.2%
Choleth-24~0.05–0.2%
Ceteth-24~0.1–0.35%
Ci 14700~0.01–0.1%
Ci 19140~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propylene glycol, Lanolin, Cetyl alcohol, Urea, Cera alba, Stearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Isopropyl palmitate, Dimethicone, Cetyl acetate, Acetylated lanolin alcohol, Parfum, Sodium borate, Paraffinum liquidum, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Imidazolidinyl urea, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Peg-150 distearate, Allantoin, Collagen, Methylparaben, Unknown, Sorbic acid, Choleth-24, Ceteth-24, Ci 14700, Ci 19140
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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.
| Sally HansenCuticle Massage CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Tina’s DresserMoisturizing Hand Cream - 4 Types | Leivy NaturallyNourishing Hand & Nail Cream Enriched With Royal Jelly, Honey & Shea Butter | PalmersCocoa Butter Intensive Relief Hand Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 53% | 53% |
| Price | $6.99 | — | $9.04+$2.05 | $4.01−$2.98 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Ebanel 40% Urea Cream + 2% Salicylic AcidFlexitol Intense Overnight Foot Cream
Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Sally Hansen - Cuticle Massage Cream" works well for improving skin hydration The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Urea and soluble collagen in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (lanolin, beeswax, dimethicone, cetyl alcohol and glyceryl stearate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 6.97CA$ in Canada, for 22.99A$ in Australia, at around 6.74$ in the United States and for 5.29£ in the United Kingdom.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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