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MoisturizingEthylhexyl palmitate, Glycerin + 3 moreWorks
“Vitamin c day moisturiser”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, aloe barbadensis leaf juice.
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).
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid ~0.5–1.15%Under-dosed
“is used here with the aim of evening out skin tone, brightening skin and firming thanks to the Vitamin A and C. Vitamin E. is added to your formula for its moisturising and healing benefits.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Rosa moschata oil, Imidazolidinyl urea + 5 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~40–60%
Ethylhexyl palmitate~5.5–8.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateIsononyl isononanoate~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateAloe barbadensis leaf juice~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally 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 juiceEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~2.9–4.4%
- 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 methoxycinnamateStearyl alcohol~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholGlyceryl stearate~1.5–2.3%
- 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 stearateMethyl glucose sesquistearate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Methyl glucose sesquistearateGlycerin~1.1–1.7%
- 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 GlycerinRosa moschata oil~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ascorbic acid~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidBenzyl alcohol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholDehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.75%
- 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 acetateCarbomer~0.15–0.65%
- 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 CarbomerImidazolidinyl urea~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is more irritating than many other preservatives available
More about Imidazolidinyl ureaParfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDisodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Linalool~0.05–0.3%
Citronellol~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitral~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Isononyl isononanoate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Stearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Methyl glucose sesquistearate, Glycerin, Rosa moschata oil, Ascorbic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Dehydroacetic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Tocopheryl acetate, Carbomer, Imidazolidinyl urea, Parfum, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Citral
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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 ResearchVitamin c day moisturiserYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayActive C10 Vitamin C Anti-Wrinkle Face Cream | JASONVitamin E 25000 IU Facial Moisturizers | NATUREKINDWhitening Mega Vitamin Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 90% | 89% |
| Price | — | $49.99 | — | $37.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 1 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Biosaccharide Gum-1 | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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