SWANICOCO

SWANICOCO A.C Control Care Emulsion

Name: SWANICOCO - A.C Control Care Emulsion
Brand: SWANICOCO

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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Moisturizing

18 ingredients credited for this claim

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What the product description says

“Contains Ceramide NP that moisturizes the skin without feeling greasy.”

Source: Yesstyle

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: biosaccharide gum-1, erythritol.

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: isopropyl myristate, heptyl undecylenate.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np

Ceramide npHero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin~0.85–1.25%

Isopropyl myristateKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic~1.8–2.7%

ErythritolKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~1–1.45%

Biosaccharide gum-1Key active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin~0.15–0.55%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~2.2–3.3%

Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractKey activeEffect: MediumA fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking~0.4–0.9%

Heptyl undecylenateKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finish~3.3–4.9%

Hydrolyzed alginKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumDerived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~4.4–6.6%

Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.55–1.3%

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~0.35–0.8%

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~3.6–5.4%

Scutellaria baicalensis root extract· HumectantEffect: LowA plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties~0.3–0.75%

AllantoinUnder-dosedEffect: HighHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated~0.45–1.1%

ArginineUnder-dosedEffect: HighAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin~0.05–0.15%

Butyrospermum parkii butterUnder-dosedEffect: HighA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~0.55–1.35%

Dipotassium glycyrrhizateUnder-dosedEffect: HighA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening~0.45–1.05%

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilUnder-dosedEffect: HighSoftens 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.~0.8–1.2%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.15–0.5%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

8 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract + 6 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 19 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water—High~23–34%est.

Zinc sulfateA preservative. It can be irritatingHigh~2.2–3.2%est.

Salix alba bark extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effectHigh~0.4–0.9%est.

Cinnamomum cassia bark extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.4–0.9%est.

Origanum vulgare leaf extractA plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritantsHigh~0.35–0.85%est.

Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extractUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.35–0.8%est.

Scutellaria baicalensis root extractA plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant propertiesHigh~0.3–0.75%est.

Calendula officinalis flower extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.75%est.

Symphytum officinale leaf extractA plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effectHigh~0.3–0.75%est.

Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extractPlant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smellHigh~0.15–0.7%est.

Paeonia suffruticosa root extract—High~0.15–0.6%est.

Sorbitan sesquioleateUsed to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.45%est.

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

Heptyl undecylenateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finishMedium~3.3–4.9%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.6–1.35%est.

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens 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.Medium~0.8–1.2%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~0.35–0.8%est.

Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.15–0.6%est.

Polysorbate 60Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.1–0.4%est.

Comedogenic

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

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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

Hydrolyzed alginDerived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin3/5~4.4–6.6%est.

Isopropyl myristateAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic3/5~1.8–2.7%est.

Butyrospermum parkii butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals3/5~0.55–1.35%est.

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Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water~23–34%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Hydrolyzed algin~4.4–6.6%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Zinc sulfate~2.2–3.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A preservative. It can be irritating

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Butylene glycol~3.6–5.4%

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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Heptyl undecylenate~3.3–4.9%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finish

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Sodium hyaluronate~2.2–3.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Isopropyl myristate~1.8–2.7%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic

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Cetearyl olivate~1.4–2.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Sorbitan olivate~1.2–1.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Erythritol~1–1.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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1,2-hexanediol~0.6–1.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Ceramide np~0.85–1.25%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritation

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.8–1.2%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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 oil

Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.55–1.35%

Under-dosedComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

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Glyceryl stearate~0.55–1.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Allantoin~0.45–1.1%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-blemishExfoliation

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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Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.45–1.05%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening

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Azelamide mea~0.45–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.4–0.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking

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Salix alba bark extract~0.4–0.9%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationExfoliationAnti-blemish

A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect

More about Salix alba bark extract

Cinnamomum cassia bark extract~0.4–0.9%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Origanum vulgare leaf extract~0.35–0.85%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract. Can have an anti-oxidant effect, but can also contain irritants

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Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance

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Scutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Reduces irritationAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationMoisturizing

A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties

More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extract

Portulaca oleracea extract~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

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

More about Portulaca oleracea extract

Artemisia annua extract~0.35–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating

More about Calendula officinalis flower extract

Symphytum officinale leaf extract~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Antibacterial

A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect

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Helichrysum arenarium extract~0.15–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Azadirachta indica leaf extract~0.15–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract~0.15–0.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Plant extract that has some anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating. Can be used to improve the product's smell

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Pulsatilla koreana extract~0.15–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Usnea barbata extract~0.15–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Usnea barbata extract

Paeonia suffruticosa root extract~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

More about Paeonia suffruticosa root extract

Biosaccharide gum-1~0.15–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin

More about Biosaccharide gum-1

Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Tocopherol~0.15–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

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4-terpineol~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Sorbitan sesquioleate~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Cleansing

Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

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Polysorbate 60~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Xanthan gum~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Carbomer~0.05–0.3%

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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Arginine~0.05–0.15%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin

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Parfum~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

More about Parfum

Ingredient list view

Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water, Hydrolyzed algin, Zinc sulfate, Butylene glycol, Heptyl undecylenate, Sodium hyaluronate, Isopropyl myristate, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Erythritol, 1,2-hexanediol, Ceramide np, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glyceryl stearate, Allantoin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Azelamide mea, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Salix alba bark extract, Cinnamomum cassia bark extract, Origanum vulgare leaf extract, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Artemisia annua extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Symphytum officinale leaf extract, Helichrysum arenarium extract, Azadirachta indica leaf extract, Zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract, Pulsatilla koreana extract, Usnea barbata extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Biosaccharide gum-1, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Tocopherol, 4-terpineol, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Polysorbate 60, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Arginine, Parfum

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Product summary

Based on the ingredients included, "SWANICOCO - A. C Control Care Emulsion" works well for moisturizing the skin. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Biosaccharide gum-1, erythritol, sodium hyaluronate, hydrolyzed algin and butylene glycol 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). Ceramide np, isopropyl myristate, heptyl undecylenate and glyceryl 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

Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide np 0.85% - 1.25%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate in this product (0.45% - 1.05%) can also further help improve the skin barrier. It might be able to calm down inflammation and reduce sensitivity. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate is an active compound from the licorice root.
In addition, this moisturizer contains Allantoin (0.45% - 1.10%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: vitamin e

Irritation risk

There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. 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.