Sensai Cellular Performance Extra Intensive Cream
Works for
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Acetyl glucosamine + 2 moreWorks well
“It is designed to specifically address a lack of firmness and elasticity in the skin, both visible signs of skin ageing.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains acetyl glucosamine, 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.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Acetyl glucosamine + 16 moreWorks well
“Enriching and revitalising at the same time, the rich formula thoroughly saturates the skin with deep nourishment, while supplying a source of energy that is essential to maintaining youthful looking skin.”
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:
aminobutyric acid, glycerin.
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: acetyl glucosamine, niacinamide
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Acetyl glucosamineWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: acetyl glucosamine, 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 · Niacinamide, Carnitine hclWorks well
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?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Alcohol + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~45–55%
Hydrogenated polydecene~5.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneButylene glycol~3.9–4.7%
- 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 glycolMaltitol~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MaltitolBehenyl alcohol~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholSorbeth-6 beeswax~1.9–2.3%
Glyceryl stearate se~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate sePolysorbate 65~1.4–1.7%
Cetyl palmitate~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateNiacinamide~0.75–1.15%
- 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 NiacinamideStearic acid~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPetrolatum~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumCera alba~0.55–0.8%
- 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 albaSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamatePhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCarnitine hcl~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in decreasing sebum production making the skin less oily. Is claimed to be able to support ceramide production in skin that leads to better hydration, but evidence is lacking. Is able to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Carnitine hclGlyceryl stearate~0.35–0.65%
- 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 stearateMethylserine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 80~0.25–0.5%
Aminobutyric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Has been shown to support wound healing and skin barrier function when used topically in rats. Is likely to be effective in supporting skin's hydration and barrier function, but research for human skin is missing. Might have some anti-aging properties but the research is missing
More about Aminobutyric acidAmmonium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Dimethicone~0.2–0.4%
- 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 DimethiconePotassium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Xanthan gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAcetyl glucosamine~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamineGlycerin~0.2–0.35%
- 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 GlycerinDisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Parfum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholDimethoxy di-p-cresol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed silk~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed silkLimonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitrus limon peel oil~0.1–0.2%
Fucus serratus extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nasturtium officinale extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Nasturtium officinale extractHexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.2%
Citronellol~0.1–0.2%
Linalool~0.1–0.15%
Zostera marina extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyracantha fortuneana fruit extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dioscorea panthaica root extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Bht~0.01–0.05%
Tocopherol~0.05–0.1%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Hydrogenated polydecene, Butylene glycol, Maltitol, Behenyl alcohol, Sorbeth-6 beeswax, Glyceryl stearate se, Polysorbate 65, Cetyl palmitate, Niacinamide, Stearic acid, Petrolatum, Cera alba, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Phenoxyethanol, Carnitine hcl, Glyceryl stearate, Methylserine, Polysorbate 80, Aminobutyric acid, Ammonium glycyrrhizate, Chlorphenesin, Dimethicone, Potassium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Acetyl glucosamine, Glycerin, Disodium edta, Parfum, Alcohol, Dimethoxy di-p-cresol, Hydrolyzed silk, Limonene, Citrus limon peel oil, Fucus serratus extract, Nasturtium officinale extract, Hexyl cinnamal, Citronellol, Linalool, Zostera marina extract, Pyracantha fortuneana fruit extract, Dioscorea panthaica root extract, Potassium sorbate, Bht, Tocopherol
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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.
| SensaiCellular Performance Extra Intensive CreamYOUR PRODUCT | AHCBrilliant Gold Cream | skintificRetinol Skin Renewal Moisturizer Acne & Anti-Aging Night Cream | Too FacedHangover Pillow Cream Ultra-Nourishing Night Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 84% | 83% | 82% |
| Price | — | — | $14.90 | $45.76 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Retinol | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 5Topically applied L-carnitine effectively reduces sebum secretion in human skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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