Works for
MoisturizingIsopropyl myristate, Cetearyl alcohol + 10 moreWorks
“cream”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Anti-agingLactic acid, NiacinamideNot delivered
“age-related blemishes”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Evens skin toneSalicylic acid, Lactic acid + 1 moreNot delivered
“fade discolouration”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Arnica montana flower extract, Alcohol denat. + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~5.9–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamatePropylene glycol~4.2–5.1%
- 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 glycolArnica montana flower extract~2.9–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractCupressus sempervirens seed extract~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polygonum multiflorum extract~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isopropyl myristate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateCetearyl alcohol~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholPeg-20 stearate~1.2–1.5%
Glycosaminoglycans~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Long sugars that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlycosaminoglycansGlyceryl stearate~0.75–1.15%
- 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 stearateDimethicone~0.65–1%
- 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 DimethiconeLactic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidCyclopentasiloxane~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxanePeg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture
More about Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethiconeNiacinamide~0.45–0.7%
- 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 NiacinamideAlcohol denat.~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Stearyl alcohol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholCeteareth-20~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Peg-100 stearate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.55%
Phenyl trimethicone~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeCi 19140~0.25–0.5%
Salicylic acid~0.25–0.5%
- 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 acidMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Ci 15985~0.25–0.5%
Propylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Tetrahydropiperine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinXanthan gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitronellol~0.15–0.25%
Butyl cinnamaldehyde~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeButylphenyl methylpropional~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalIngredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Propylene glycol, Arnica montana flower extract, Cupressus sempervirens seed extract, Polygonum multiflorum extract, Isopropyl myristate, Cetearyl alcohol, Peg-20 stearate, Glycosaminoglycans, Glyceryl stearate, Dimethicone, Lactic acid, Cyclopentasiloxane, Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, Niacinamide, Alcohol denat., Stearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Peg-100 stearate, Sodium hydroxide, Phenyl trimethicone, Ci 19140, Salicylic acid, Methylparaben, Ci 15985, Propylparaben, Disodium edta, Tetrahydropiperine, Parfum, Lecithin, Xanthan gum, Unknown, Citronellol, Butyl cinnamaldehyde, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Butylphenyl methylpropional
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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 DoctorsCapillary ClearYOUR PRODUCT | Kiehl'sExpertly Clear Moisturizer for Acne Prone Skin with Salicylic Acid | TulaOil-Free Acne Moisturizer | OodeeNova Illuminating Moisturiser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 77% | 75% |
| Price | $36.21 | $39.00+$2.79 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 2 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | Azelaic Acid | Gluconolactone |
| 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 18 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4Effects of Topical Arnica Gel on Post-Laser Treatment Bruisesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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