Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing13 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Energizing Moisturizer”
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:
erythritol, 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: dimethicone, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate.
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimWeak support
“The formula is created for men’s skincare needs and works to provide long-lasting moisture while helping to reduce the look of dryness, dullness and fine lines.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Alcohol denat.~8.2–10%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Glycerin~4.1–5%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3–3.7%
- 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 glycolDipropylene glycol~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolDiphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help improve the product's texture
More about Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconeXylitol~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolDiethylhexyl succinate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Diethylhexyl succinateDimethicone~1.3–1.5%
- 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 DimethiconeSilica~1.2–1.5%
Erythritol~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ErythritolPeg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss
More about Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl etherPhenoxyethanol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBehenyl alcohol~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholTriethanolamine~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineCarbomer~0.4–0.65%
- 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 CarbomerBatyl alcohol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol. Used to stabilize other ingredients and is an emollient
More about Batyl alcoholPeg/ppg-17/4 dimethyl ether~0.3–0.6%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePhytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
More about Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamateParfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%
- 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 crosspolymerTrisodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Polyquaternium-51~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 AlcoholLauryl betaine~0.3–0.6%
Oryza sativa germ oil~0.25–0.5%
Limonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHydrogenated 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 lecithinAngelica acutiloba root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalool~0.15–0.3%
Cinnamomum cassia bark extract~0.2–0.35%
Oryzanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An anti-oxidant that helps stabilize product formulations. Might help neutralise free radicals in skin
More about OryzanolCamellia japonica seed extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Camellia japonica seed extractPerilla ocymoides leaf extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains a number of volatile compounds and could be irritating
More about Perilla ocymoides leaf extractSodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.15%
- 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, Alcohol denat., Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Dipropylene glycol, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Xylitol, Diethylhexyl succinate, Dimethicone, Silica, Erythritol, Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether, Phenoxyethanol, Behenyl alcohol, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Batyl alcohol, Peg/ppg-17/4 dimethyl ether, Tocopheryl acetate, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Parfum, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Trisodium edta, Polyquaternium-51, Alcohol, Lauryl betaine, Oryza sativa germ oil, Limonene, Hydrogenated lecithin, Angelica acutiloba root extract, Linalool, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Oryzanol, Camellia japonica seed extract, Perilla ocymoides leaf extract, Sodium benzoate, Tocopherol
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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