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skinChemists Anti-Ageing Caviar Day Moisturiser v2017

Name: skinChemists - Anti-Ageing Caviar Day Moisturiser v2017
Brand: skinChemists

Efficacy58/100IrritancyHigh

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2 of 3 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing

19 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“Anti-Ageing Caviar Day Moisturiser v 2017”

From product name

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: glycerin, isomalt.

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: cocos nucifera oil, cetearyl alcohol.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1

Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Hero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.2–0.35%

Sodium lactateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product~0.2–0.35%

Snail secretion filtrateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighTypically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare products~0.2–0.4%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~5.1–6.2%

IsomaltKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.4%

Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetateHeroEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.25–0.45%

Cocos nucifera oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic~1.9–2.3%

Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Hero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.15–0.25%

GlucoseKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function~0.2–0.4%

Glyceryl stearate seKey activeEffect: MediumUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient~3.5–4.2%

Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilKey activeEffect: MediumA plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating~0.2–0.4%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~2.4–3%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.35–0.65%

Stearic acid· EmollientEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~2.4–2.9%

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderEffect: LowTraditionally 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~0.3–0.55%

Propylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating~0.2–0.4%

Rosa damascena flower oilEffect: LowUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating~0.15–0.25%

Lactic acidUnder-dosedEffect: HighAn 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)~0.15–0.25%

LecithinEffect: Low, below effective doseUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Anti-aging

5 ingredients credited for this claim

Moderate support

What the product description says

“Anti-Ageing Caviar Day Moisturiser v 2017”

From product name

This product contains dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.

Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetateKey activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.25–0.45%

Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.15–0.25%

Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.2–0.35%

Ascorbyl glucosideUnder-dosedEffect: MediumA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products~0.25–0.45%

Lactic acidUnder-dosedEffect: MediumAn 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)~0.15–0.25%

Evens skin tone

2 ingredients credited for this claim

Weak support

What the product description says

“Infused with nutritious Caviar, we aim to nourish your skin and work to balance uneven skin tone. Ingredients”

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Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

11 strong irritants: Parfum, Benzyl salicylate + 9 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 26 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.65–0.95%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.3–0.6%est.

Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilA plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.

Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Pelargonium graveolens flower oilAn essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidationHigh~0.25–0.4%est.

Hexyl cinnamalA fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritantHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Citrus aurantium flower oil—High~0.2–0.4%est.

Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.

Gardenia taitensis flower extractUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.15–0.3%est.

Rosa damascena flower oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.25%est.

Isoceteth-20Helps water and oil mix togetherMedium~1.6–1.9%est.

Polylactic acidUsed as an abrasive ingredient for physical (mechanical) exfoliationMedium~0.7–1.05%est.

Dehydroacetic acidA preservativeMedium~0.4–0.6%est.

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderTraditionally 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 skinMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Ascorbyl glucosideA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in productsMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Snail secretion filtrateTypically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare productsMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.25–0.45%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Sodium lactateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the productMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Lactic acidAn 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)Medium~0.15–0.25%est.

Ci 17200A red colorantMedium~0.1–0.15%est.

Comedogenic

4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

4 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Cocos nucifera oilAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic3/5~1.9–2.3%est.

Fucus vesiculosus extract—3/5~0.25–0.45%est.

Glyceryl stearate seUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient2/5~3.5–4.2%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~2.4–3%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~5.1–6.2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Glyceryl stearate se~3.5–4.2%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient

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Cetearyl alcohol~2.4–3%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Stearic acid~2.4–2.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Cocos nucifera oil~1.9–2.3%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic

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Isoceteth-20~1.6–1.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Subtilisin~1.1–1.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Benzyl alcohol~0.65–0.95%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Carbomer~0.65–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Polylactic acid~0.7–1.05%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Exfoliation

Used as an abrasive ingredient for physical (mechanical) exfoliation

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Hydrolyzed caviar extract~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Dehydroacetic acid~0.4–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Butylene glycol~0.35–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Parfum~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Polysorbate 20~0.4–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Hydrolyzed roe~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Hydrolyzed roe

Ascorbyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingEvens skin tone

A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products

More about Ascorbyl glucoside

Rhododendron ferrugineum leaf cell culture extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

More about Ethylhexylglycerin

Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil~0.2–0.4%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating

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Pumice~0.3–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Milled volcanic rock. Used as an abrasive for physical exfoliation

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Isomalt~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Benzyl salicylate~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Hydrolyzed actin~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Glucose~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function

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Hydrolyzed pearl~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Limonene~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation

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Snail secretion filtrate~0.2–0.4%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

Typically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare products

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Hexyl cinnamal~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with jasmine smell. A likely irritant

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Citronellol~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Butyrospermum parkii seedcake extract~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

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.

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Geraniol~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Linalool~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citrus aurantium flower oil~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

More about Citrus aurantium flower oil

Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate~0.25–0.45%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Charcoal powder~0.3–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Benefits for the skin are not clear

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Fucus vesiculosus extract~0.25–0.45%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

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Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Propylene glycol~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Sodium lactate~0.2–0.35%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product

More about Sodium lactate

Lecithin~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Gardenia taitensis flower extract~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance

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Lactic acid~0.15–0.25%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Evens skin toneMoisturizingExfoliationAnti-aging

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 acid

Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.2–0.35%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1

Rosa damascena flower oil~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.15–0.25%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7

Ci 17200~0.1–0.15%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A red colorant

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate se, Cetearyl alcohol, Stearic acid, Cocos nucifera oil, Isoceteth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Subtilisin, Benzyl alcohol, Carbomer, Polylactic acid, Hydrolyzed caviar extract, Dehydroacetic acid, Butylene glycol, Parfum, Polysorbate 20, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Hydrolyzed roe, Ascorbyl glucoside, Rhododendron ferrugineum leaf cell culture extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Pumice, Isomalt, Benzyl salicylate, Hydrolyzed actin, Glucose, Hydrolyzed pearl, Limonene, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Snail secretion filtrate, Hexyl cinnamal, Citronellol, Butyrospermum parkii seedcake extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Geraniol, Linalool, Citrus aurantium flower oil, Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, Charcoal powder, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Disodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Propylene glycol, Sodium lactate, Lecithin, Gardenia taitensis flower extract, Lactic acid, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Rosa damascena flower oil, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Ci 17200

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Product summary

"skinChemists - Anti-Ageing Caviar Day Moisturiser v2017" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Glycerin, isomalt, snail secretion filtrate, sodium lactate and glucose in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, cocos nucifera oil, cetearyl alcohol and stearic acid) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.

Ingredient callouts

This moisturizer also contains Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.20% - 0.35%, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.15% - 0.25% and dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate 0.25% - 0.45%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: lecithin and lactic acid

Irritation risk

This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here

You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.