Saturday Skin Waterfall Glacier Water Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingSh-polypeptide-22, Sh-oligopeptide-1 + 11 moreStrong evidence
“Waterfall Glacier Water Cream”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": alanine, betaine.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
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-agingSerine, Sh-oligopeptide-1 + 1 moreModerate evidence
“Brand from South Korea SATURDAY SKIN. Benefits An anti-aging water cream, which delivers mineral-rich moisture while protecting skin from free radicals.”
This product contains serine, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsMedium 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~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.3%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about Propanediol1,2-hexanediol~1.9–2.8%
Betaine~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePentylene glycol~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerCyclohexasiloxane~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneIsohexadecane~1–1.5%
- 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 IsohexadecaneHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.55–1.25%
- 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 copolymerCyclopentasiloxane~0.45–1%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxaneIsohexadecane~0.4–0.95%
- 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 IsohexadecaneHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.2–0.75%
- 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 copolymerAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.2–0.7%
- 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 crosspolymerTromethamine~0.15–0.6%
Polysorbate 80~0.15–0.65%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.55%
Sorbitan oleate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateDisodium edta~0.1–0.45%
Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.1–0.35%
- 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 copolymerCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHydrogenated lecithin~0.1–0.35%
- 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 lecithinCetraria islandica extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAlanine~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineProline~0.05–0.25%
Serine~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineSodium phosphate~0.05–0.15%
Sodium hydroxide~0.05–0.2%
Sh-oligopeptide-1~0.05–0.2%
- 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-22~0.05–0.1%
- 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-95~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Betaine, Pentylene glycol, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Cyclohexasiloxane, Isohexadecane, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isohexadecane, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Polysorbate 80, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan oleate, Disodium edta, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Caprylyl glycol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Cetraria islandica extract, Unknown, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Alanine, Proline, Serine, Sodium phosphate, Sodium hydroxide, Sh-oligopeptide-1, Unknown, Sh-polypeptide-22, Sh-polypeptide-7 sh-polypeptide-94 sh-polypeptide-95
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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.
| Saturday SkinWaterfall Glacier Water CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. AltheaReju 5000 Cream 20g | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% |
| Price | $22.90 | $24.54+$1.64 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Saturday Skin - Waterfall Glacier Water Cream" works well for improving skin hydration This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Alanine, betaine, glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer and caprylyl glycol 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 (cyclopentasiloxane, caprylyl glycol, cyclohexasiloxane, isohexadecane and pentylene glycol) 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
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (sh-polypeptide-22 0.05% - 0.10% and sh-oligopeptide-1 0.05% - 0.20%). 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
This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. 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 "Saturday Skin" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 35.34£ in the United Kingdom, from 22.90$ up to 39.00$ in the United States and from 45.00A$ up to 66.00A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Topical palmitoyl pentapeptide provides improvement in photoaged human facial skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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