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MoisturizingGlycerin, Lactobacillus + 9 moreWorks
“Essence Lotion”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium acetylated hyaluronate.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Salvia officinalis leaf extract, AlcoholMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPentylene glycol~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolAloe barbadensis leaf water~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf waterRose extract~1.6–2.4%
Xanthan gum~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHydroxyethylcellulose~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseHydrolyzed pea extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-living ingredient made by fermentation with the bacteria Lactobacillus. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help reduce inflammation
More about LactobacillusHydrolyzed silk~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed silkRoe extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus persica leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might be helpful in supporting collagen and ellastin production but solid research is lacking. Could be irritating
More about Prunus persica leaf extractSalvia officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractHoney~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyGlycine soja seed extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
More about Glycine soja seed extractSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateAscorbic acid~0.1–0.4%
- 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 acidMalic acid~0.1–0.35%
Butylene glycol~0.05–0.25%
- 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 glycolCitric acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateLecithin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinAvena sativa kernel extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about Phenoxyethanol1,2-hexanediol~0.01–0.1%
Alcohol~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Aloe barbadensis leaf water, Unknown, Rose extract, Xanthan gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Hydrolyzed pea extract, Lactobacillus, Unknown, Hydrolyzed silk, Roe extract, Prunus persica leaf extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Honey, Unknown, Glycine soja seed extract, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Ascorbic acid, Malic acid, Butylene glycol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Lecithin, Avena sativa kernel extract, Phenoxyethanol, 1,2-hexanediol, Alcohol
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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.
| Spa TreatmentEssence LotionYOUR PRODUCT | BIODANCEFirst Synergy Toner | Cl de Peau BeautHydro-Softening Lotion | the Torriden StoreDive-in Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Toner 300ml | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | $50.60 | $19.99−$30.61 | — | $23.88−$26.72 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | Betaine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Rohto Hada Labo Goku-Jyun Hyaluronic Acid LotionDHC Super Collagen Mist
Product summary
"Spa Treatment - Essence Lotion" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this product it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.10% - 0.40%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- Humectants (sodium acetylated hyaluronate 0.10% - 0.35% and glycerin 4.00% - 6.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 50.60$ 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Allergic contact dermatitis caused by Salvia officinalis extractpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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