Skyn Iceland Pure Cloud Cream with Arctic Berries
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Glycosphingolipids + 16 moreStrong evidence
“Soothe extremely dry skin with skyn ICELAND Pure Cloud Cream with Arctic Berries, an intensive hydrating treatment.”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: glycosphingolipids, canola oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Rubus chamaemorus seed oil + 3 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (camellia oleifera leaf extract) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil + 1 moreModerate evidence
This product contains acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester. This ingredient 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus grandis peel oil, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extractMedium 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~45–55%
Hydrogenated didecene~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~3.9–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolGlyceryl stearate~2.8–3.4%
- 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 stearateBisabolol~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilSodium hyaluronate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHydrolyzed rice protein~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinAngelica archangelica root water~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl esterLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateCamellia oleifera leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractGlycerin~0.5–0.75%
- 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 GlycerinGlyceryl caprylate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateRubus chamaemorus seed oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract that can have some anti-oxidant properties. It helps to preserve product formulations and improve their smell. It can be irritating
More about Rubus chamaemorus seed oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCanola oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilCetyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCetyl ricinoleate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl ricinoleateSorbitan stearate~0.2–0.4%
Stearic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCitrus grandis peel oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilTriceteareth-4 phosphate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Triceteareth-4 phosphateSilica~0.25–0.5%
Zea mays starch~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchGlyceryl undecylenate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation
More about Glyceryl undecylenateLaureth-3~0.2–0.35%
Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.15–0.3%
- 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 juiceHydroxyethylcellulose~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcellulosePerfluorodecalin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Sodium polyacrylate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateEthylhexyl stearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateSodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Buddleja davidii extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycosphingolipids~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipids naturally present in skin. They can be converted to ceramides in skin
More about GlycosphingolipidsSucrose palmitate~0.2–0.4%
Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extractTrideceth-6~0.15–0.3%
Xanthan gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBiotin~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect
More about BiotinIngredient list view
Water, Hydrogenated didecene, Butylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate, Bisabolol, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Angelica archangelica root water, Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Glycerin, Glyceryl caprylate, Rubus chamaemorus seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Canola oil, Cetyl alcohol, Cetyl ricinoleate, Sorbitan stearate, Stearic acid, Citrus grandis peel oil, Triceteareth-4 phosphate, Silica, Zea mays starch, Glyceryl undecylenate, Laureth-3, Sodium hydroxide, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Perfluorodecalin, Potassium sorbate, Sodium polyacrylate, Ethylhexyl stearate, Sodium benzoate, Buddleja davidii extract, Glycosphingolipids, Sucrose palmitate, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract, Trideceth-6, Xanthan gum, Biotin
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| Skyn IcelandPure Cloud Cream with Arctic BerriesYOUR PRODUCT | UltraceuticalsUltra Calming Moisturiser Cream | Beauty PieTriple Hyaluronic Acid Deep Moisture Miracle Cream | BiodermaCicabio Crème+ Ultra-Repairing Soothing Cream | |
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| Match | — | 60% | 58% | 57% |
| Price | — | $76.57 | $58.00 | $18.86 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Betaine | Madecassic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Skyn Iceland - Pure Cloud Cream with Arctic Berries" works well for moisturizing the skin. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Humectants in this product (glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, hydrolyzed rice protein and butylene glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Glycosphingolipids, canola oil, cetyl alcohol, cetyl ricinoleate and ethylhexyl stearate in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester 0.80% - 1.20%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Skyn Iceland" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 58.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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