Skinfood

Skinfood Lettuce & Cucumber Watery Emulsion

Name: Skinfood - Lettuce & Cucumber Watery Emulsion
Brand: Skinfood

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Moisturizing

Glycerin, Beta-glucan + 11 more

Works

What the product description says

“Add an extra layer of hydration to your skin with this moisturizing emulsion!”

Source: Skinfood

This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.

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).

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~1.8–2.7%

Beta-glucanKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.5–1.15%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.3–0.75%

Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency~0.1–0.5%

GlucoseKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function~0.1–0.35%

Cucumis sativus fruit water· HumectantEffect: Low~4.7–7%

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~2.1–3.2%

Cyclohexasiloxane· EmollientEffect: LowA silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels~1.3–2%

Isostearyl neopentanoate· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product texture and helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic~1.1–1.6%

Portulaca oleracea extract· HumectantEffect: LowA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.85%

Cucumis sativus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect~2.8–4.2%

Stearic acidEffect: Low, below effective doseHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~0.2–0.8%

AllantoinUnder-dosedHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated~0.1–0.4%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

3 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Hamamelis virginiana extract + 1 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 11 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Alcohol denat.Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve productsHigh~1.5–2.2%est.

Hamamelis virginiana extractA plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.75%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.05–0.15%est.

Cucumis sativus fruit water—Medium~4.7–7%est.

Cucumis sativus fruit extractMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effectMedium~2.8–4.2%est.

Isostearyl neopentanoateUsed to create a nice product texture and helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenicMedium~1.1–1.6%est.

Portulaca oleracea extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.35–0.85%est.

C12-20 alkyl glucosideHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.2–0.8%est.

Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistencyMedium~0.1–0.5%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.25%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.25%est.

Comedogenic

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

2 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

Isostearyl neopentanoateUsed to create a nice product texture and helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic2/5~1.1–1.6%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~0.3–0.75%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Cucumis sativus fruit water~4.7–7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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Lactuca scariola sativa leaf extract~3.8–5.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cucumis sativus fruit extract~2.8–4.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect

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Butylene glycol~2.1–3.2%

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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Glycerin~1.8–2.7%

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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Alcohol denat.~1.5–2.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

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Cyclohexasiloxane~1.3–2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels

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Isostearyl neopentanoate~1.1–1.6%

Comedogenic 2/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic

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C14-22 alcohols~0.85–1.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations

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Beta-glucan~0.5–1.15%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationAnti-blemishAnti-aging

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Sodium carbomer~0.45–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps improve the texture

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Portulaca oleracea extract~0.35–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Hamamelis virginiana extract~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

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Glycol stearate se~0.3–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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C12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.2–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Cetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.75%

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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Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture

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Stearic acid~0.2–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.1–0.5%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency

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Allantoin~0.1–0.4%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-blemishReduces rednessExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.

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Glucose~0.1–0.35%

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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Sodium phytate~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize product formulations

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Parfum~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Ingredient list view

Water, Cucumis sativus fruit water, Lactuca scariola sativa leaf extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Cyclohexasiloxane, Isostearyl neopentanoate, C14-22 alcohols, Beta-glucan, Sodium carbomer, Portulaca oleracea extract, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Glycol stearate se, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Cetearyl alcohol, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Stearic acid, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Allantoin, Hydrogenated lecithin, Glucose, Sodium phytate, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.

1
Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
2
Amended Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
3
β-Glucans: Multi-Functional Modulator of Wound Healingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
4
Anti-Wrinkle Therapy: Significant New Findings in the Non-Invasive Cosmetic Treatment of Skin Wrinkles with Beta-Glucanonlinelibrary.wiley.com
5
Skin Health Promotion Effects of Natural Beta-Glucan Derived from Cereals and Microorganisms: A Reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
6
Anticancer properties of low molecular weight oat beta-glucan – An in vitro studysciencedirect.com
7
A critical review on production and industrial applications 2 of beta-glucanssciencedirect.com
8
Improving skin function with CM-glucan, a biological response modifier from yeastonlinelibrary.wiley.com
9
Preparation, characterization, and biological properties of β-glucansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
10
Characterization of a new beta(1-3)-glucan branching activity of Aspergillus fumigatusncbi.nlm.nih.gov
11
Portulaca oleracea (purslane)mdedge.com
12
Anti-Inflammatory Efficacy of Topical Preparations with 10% Hamamelis Distillate in a UV Erythema Testkarger.com
13
Anti-inflammatory activity of hamamelis distillate applied topically to the skin link.springer.com
14
ASSESSMENT REPORT ON HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA L., CORTEX HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA L., FOLIUM HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA L., FOLIUM ET CORTEX AUT RAMUNCULUS DESTILLATUM ema.europa.eu
15
Contact dermatitis caused by alkyl glucosides in the modern cosmetic industry and contact dermatitis in the Canadian aircraft industrydigitool.library.mcgill.ca
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Safety Assessment of Decyl Glucoside and Other Alkyl Glucosides as Used in Cosmeticsciteseerx.ist.psu.edu
17
Profile of wound healing process induced by allantoinscielo.br
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Topical Glucose Induces Claudin-1 and Filaggrin Expression in a Mouse Model of Atopic Dermatitis and in Keratinocyte Culture, Exerting Anti-inflammatory Effects by Repairing Skin Barrier Functionncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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The influence of alkane chain length on the skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediolsncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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