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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingTriethylhexanoin, Sodium pca + 10 moreGood evidence
“Formulated with hydrating active ingredients that are absorbed deep into skin, this lotion strengthens the skin barrier and prevents skin issues like dryness and acne.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": dipotassium glycyrrhizate, erythritol.
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).
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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Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateWater~11–16%
Glycerin~4.7–7%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~3.4–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycol~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydrosulfite~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calcium chloride~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a thicker product consistency. Might be irritating
More about Calcium chlorideSodium glutamate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolXanthan gum~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumWater~0.6–1.35%
Polyethylene~0.9–1.35%
Glyceryl stearate~0.5–1.15%
- 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 stearateAllantoin~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSodium metaphosphate~0.4–0.9%
Water~0.4–0.9%
Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearatePotassium hydroxide~0.35–0.85%
Allantoin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSodium citrate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSodium carbonate~0.35–0.8%
Behenyl alcohol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholSodium pca~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaBatyl alcohol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol. Used to stabilize other ingredients and is an emollient
More about Batyl alcoholPolyethylene~0.45–1%
Polypropylene~0.2–0.8%
Dimethyl ether~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Petrolatum~0.3–0.75%
- 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 PetrolatumMagnesium chloride~0.2–0.75%
Triethylhexanoin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinSodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Polyethylene~0.4–0.95%
Polypropylene~0.2–0.75%
Dimethyl ether~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium chloride~0.2–0.7%
Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoatePolyethylene~0.4–0.9%
Ethyl glucoside~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Petrolatum~0.2–0.7%
- 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 PetrolatumCitric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPolyethylene~0.3–0.7%
Glyceryl isostearate~0.15–0.55%
Polyethylene~0.3–0.7%
Hydrogenated castor oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilErythritol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ErythritolIngredient list view
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Unknown, Glycol, Sodium hydrosulfite, Calcium chloride, Sodium glutamate, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan gum, Water, Polyethylene, Glyceryl stearate, Allantoin, Sodium metaphosphate, Water, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Potassium hydroxide, Allantoin, Sodium citrate, Unknown, Sodium carbonate, Unknown, Behenyl alcohol, Sodium pca, Batyl alcohol, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Dimethyl ether, Petrolatum, Unknown, Magnesium chloride, Triethylhexanoin, Sodium metabisulfite, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Dimethyl ether, Magnesium chloride, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Polyethylene, Ethyl glucoside, Petrolatum, Citric acid, Polyethylene, Glyceryl isostearate, Polyethylene, Hydrogenated castor oil, Erythritol
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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.
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low |
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