Sudocrem Antiseptic Cream
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Antiseptic Cream”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, paraffin.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl cinnamate + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide~39–58%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzyl benzoate~4–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateBenzyl cinnamate~2.7–4%
Lanolin~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinWater~1.7–2.5%
Paraffin~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinBeeswax~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxMicrocrystalline wax~0.95–1.45%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Linalyl acetate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCitric acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBha~0.1–0.4%
Sorbitan sesquioleate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateLavandula angustifolia extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractParfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Zinc oxide, Unknown, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl cinnamate, Lanolin, Water, Unknown, Paraffin, Unknown, Beeswax, Microcrystalline wax, Sodium benzoate, Linalyl acetate, Propylene glycol, Citric acid, Bha, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Parfum
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| SudocremAntiseptic CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Concha Nacar de PerlopNight Cream | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% |
| Price | $8.90 | $5.29−$3.61 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Sudocrem - Antiseptic Cream" can work well for skin moisturization.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 6.25£ in the United Kingdom and for 8.90$ in Singapore.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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