Scientia Ceramide Skin Rescue Moisture Barrier Balm
Works for
MoisturizingCeramide np, Ceramide ns + 21 moreWorks well
“Designed to drench skin in a cooling veil of soothing hydration, the comforting balm is powered by a medley of nourishing, barrier-boosting ingredients.”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: caprooyl phytosphingosine, caprooyl sphingosine, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide eos, ceramide np, ceramide ns
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Tocopherol, Betula alba bark extract + 1 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (tocopherol) 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-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Tocopherol + 1 moreMay help
This product contains tocopherol. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy18 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceGlycerin~3.1–4.7%
- 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 GlycerinWater~4.3–6.5%
Propylene glycol~3.3–4.9%
- 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 glycolAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerCanola oil~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilHydrogenated lecithin~1.4–2.1%
- 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 lecithinSodium hyaluronate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTocopherol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolOpuntia ficus-indica seed oil~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin's barrier function due to its high content of linoleic acid. It also has anti-microbial properties
More about Opuntia ficus-indica seed oilSalicylic acid~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidAdansonia digitata seed oil~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilCitrullus lanatus seed oil~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilPhospholipids~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsXanthan gum~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBetula alba bark extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Has astringent properties. Creates a tightening and drying effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about Betula alba bark extractCitric acid~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBehenic acid~0.5–1.15%
Ceramide np~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCholesterol~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolCeramide ns~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide nsEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.9%
Ceramide ap~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apCeramide eop~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopCeramide eos~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eosCaprooyl phytosphingosine~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A component of ceramides. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Caprooyl phytosphingosineCaprooyl sphingosine~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A component of ceramides. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Caprooyl sphingosineAscorbyl palmitate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateBenzyl alcohol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Ceteareth-25~0.35–0.8%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateGlyceryl undecylenate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation
More about Glyceryl undecylenatePropanediol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCetyl alcohol~0.3–0.75%
- 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 alcoholPotassium hydroxide~0.15–0.55%
Sodium gluconate~0.15–0.5%
Sorbic acid~0.1–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Water, Propylene glycol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Canola oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Hydrogenated lecithin, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil, Salicylic acid, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Citrullus lanatus seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Phospholipids, Xanthan gum, Betula alba bark extract, Citric acid, Behenic acid, Ceramide np, Cholesterol, Ceramide ns, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Ceramide eos, Caprooyl phytosphingosine, Caprooyl sphingosine, Ascorbyl palmitate, Benzyl alcohol, Potassium sorbate, Ceteareth-25, Glyceryl caprylate, Glyceryl undecylenate, Propanediol, Cetyl alcohol, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium gluconate, Sorbic acid, Phenoxyethanol
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| ScientiaCeramide Skin Rescue Moisture Barrier BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Blemish Gel Moisturiser | Dermadoctor1% Colloidal Oatmeal Eczema + Dermatitis Clinical Repair Balm | BlumeWhirl Moisturizer | |
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| Match | — | 64% | 55% | 55% |
| Price | — | $2.68 | $35.99 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 15 | 10 of 15 | 4 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Colloidal Oatmeal | Sodium Lactate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Scientia - Ceramide Skin Rescue Moisture Barrier Balm" works well for moisturizing the skin. 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. Glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, aloe barbadensis leaf juice and propylene 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 (caprooyl phytosphingosine, ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns and cholesterol) 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
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide ns 0.45% - 1.00%, ceramide np 0.45% - 1.05%, ceramide eos 0.30% - 0.70%, ceramide eop 0.35% - 0.85%, ceramide ap 0.35% - 0.85%, caprooyl sphingosine 0.20% - 0.80% and caprooyl phytosphingosine 0.35% - 0.85%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
- Salicylic acid (0.80% - 1.25%) in this product will have an exfoliating effect and help smooth the skin. We, however, do not recommend using a moisturizer with Salicylic Acid daily to avoid over-exfoliating.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the 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.
Price
The product retails for 16.80£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 24 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Canola Oilsciencedirect.com
- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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