
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
“Enriched with Himalayan pink salt, this refreshing gel cream helps remove dead skin cells and excess sebum to unclog pores for clear and refined skin.”
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.
“The moisturizing formula adds moisture, but without making the skin greasy.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": anhydroxylitol, 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: niacinamide
“Enriched with Himalayan pink salt, this refreshing gel cream helps remove dead skin cells and excess sebum to unclog pores for clear and refined skin.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: 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.
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica extract.
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.
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.


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A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolTraditionally 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 extractIs 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 NiacinamideOne 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 GlycerinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolUsed 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 glycolHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineHelps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineUsed to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractUsed as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extractMight have some moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. Can be added to products to create a nice smell.
More about Hydrolyzed viola tricolor extractA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractDissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolA plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
More about Ulmus davidiana root extractEssential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Chenopodium quinoa seed extractHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinA type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinUsed to thicked product formulations. Might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin
More about Mineral saltsCentella asiatica extract, Water, Propanediol, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Xylitol, Butylene glycol, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Unknown, Betaine, Pvp, Sedum sarmentosum extract, Hydrogenated polydecene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract, Hydrolyzed malt extract, Disodium edta, Hydrolyzed viola tricolor extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Trideceth-10, Sea water, Panthenol, Curcuma longa root extract, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Xylitylglucoside, Corallina officinalis extract, Anhydroxylitol, Oenothera biennis flower extract, Pueraria lobata root extract, Pinus palustris leaf extract, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Castanea crenata shell extract, Hamamelis virginiana leaf water, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa water, Chenopodium quinoa seed extract, Allantoin, Kaolin, Ci 77004, Mineral salts
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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.
| SKIN 1004.Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Cos De BAHAHyaluronic acid gel cream | Dr.wantRed Soothing Gel | CetaphilOptimal Hydration Skin Replenishing Water Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 86% | 85% |
| Price | $15.90 | $12.99−$2.91 | $18.20+$2.30 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 14 | 9 of 14 | 7 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Madecassoside | Urea |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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"SKIN 1004. - Madagascar Centella Poremizing Light Gel Cream" is effective for: Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone, Anti-aging and Moisturizing
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