Saturday Skin Featherweight Daily Moisturizing Cream
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MoisturizingSh-oligopeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-22 + 17 moreWorks well
“Featherweight Daily Moisturizing 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:
glycerin, saccharide hydrolysate.
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: dimethiconol, cholesterol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: sh-oligopeptide-1, sh-polypeptide-22
Anti-agingSh-oligopeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-22 + 1 moreMay help
“Pomegranate extract helps to boost the look of firmness and elasticity.”
This product contains sh-oligopeptide-1, sh-polypeptide-22. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid ~0.2–0.4%Under-dosed
“Dryness, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, and Dullness and Uneven TextureFormulation.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ficus carica fruit extract, Prunus persica fruit extract + 7 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (ficus carica fruit extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 5 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~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.9–7.2%
- 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 glycolEthylhexyl palmitate~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateGlycerin~3–3.6%
- 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 GlycerinCyclopentasiloxane~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneDipropylene glycol~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolOctyldodecyl myristate~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Octyldodecyl myristateSilica~1.5–1.8%
Cetearyl alcohol~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCyclohexasiloxane~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxanePolysorbate 60~0.55–0.85%
1,2-hexanediol~0.45–0.7%
Citrus limon peel oil~0.35–0.65%
Juniperus mexicana oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed avocado protein~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus grandis peel oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilAnanas sativus fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractActinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Actinidia chinensis fruit extractFragaria vesca fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Fragaria vesca fruit extractPrunus persica fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extact. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Prunus persica fruit extractVitis vinifera fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractFicus carica fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Ficus carica fruit extractGinkgo biloba nut extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Morus alba fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Punica granatum fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractPhoenix dactylifera seed~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl stearate~0.25–0.5%
- 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 stearateAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerSorbitan sesquioleate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateTromethamine~0.25–0.45%
Peg-100 stearate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCetearyl olivate~0.25–0.45%
Sorbitan olivate~0.25–0.45%
Stearic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidDimethicone crosspolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerDimethiconol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolHydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.45%
- 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 lecithinAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCeteareth-20~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Maltodextrin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinSaccharide hydrolysate~0.25–0.4%
Cholesterol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolPeg-800~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ascorbic acid~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acidPolysorbate 20~0.25–0.45%
Sh-oligopeptide-1~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-oligopeptide-1Sh-polypeptide-22~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Sh-polypeptide-22Sh-polypeptide-7 sh-polypeptide-94 sh-polypeptide-95~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carbomer~0.15–0.3%
- 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 CarbomerXanthan gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDisodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dipropylene glycol, Octyldodecyl myristate, Silica, Cetearyl alcohol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Polysorbate 60, 1,2-hexanediol, Citrus limon peel oil, Juniperus mexicana oil, Hydrolyzed avocado protein, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Fragaria vesca fruit extract, Prunus persica fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Ficus carica fruit extract, Ginkgo biloba nut extract, Morus alba fruit extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Phoenix dactylifera seed, Glyceryl stearate, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Tromethamine, Peg-100 stearate, Caprylyl glycol, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Stearic acid, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Ceteareth-20, Maltodextrin, Saccharide hydrolysate, Cholesterol, Peg-800, Ascorbic acid, Polysorbate 20, Sh-oligopeptide-1, Unknown, Sh-polypeptide-22, Sh-polypeptide-7 sh-polypeptide-94 sh-polypeptide-95, Carbomer, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol
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| Saturday SkinFeatherweight Daily Moisturizing CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Satuday SkinPretty Pop Probiotic Power Whipped Cream | LABIOTTEAesthe RX Collagen Cream | APLBIntensive Repair Horse Oil Cream | |
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| Match | — | 57% | 53% | 50% |
| Price | — | — | $95.70 | $24.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Saturday Skin - Featherweight Daily Moisturizing Cream" works well for improving skin hydration As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Humectants in this product (glycerin, saccharide hydrolysate, butylene glycol and caprylyl glycol) 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). Cholesterol, dimethiconol, cetearyl alcohol, cyclopentasiloxane and ethylhexyl palmitate 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
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this moisturizer it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.20% - 0.40%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (sh-polypeptide-22 0.20% - 0.35% and sh-oligopeptide-1 0.20% - 0.40%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Occupational contact dermatitis due to essential oilsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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