Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Glycerin + 3 moreWorks well
“Panthenol and Vitamin E help soothe and relax skin after shaving.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy16 strong irritants: Alcohol, Parfum + 14 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~40–60%
Alcohol~7–10.5%
- 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 AlcoholCetearyl isononanoate~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
More about Cetearyl isononanoateGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinParfum~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholDicaprylyl ether~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherPanthenol~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopheryl acetate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.6–1.4%
- 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 crosspolymerXanthan gum~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAllantoin~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.7%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalBisabolol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 BisabololCitronellol~0.15–0.6%
Coumarin~0.15–0.55%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeLimonene~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneDisodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Linalool~0.1–0.35%
Benzyl salicylate~0.05–0.3%
Isoeugenol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalAmyl cinnamal~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Benzyl benzoate~0.05–0.2%
- 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 benzoateGeraniol~0.01–0.1%
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehydeEugenol~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol, Cetearyl isononanoate, Glycerin, Parfum, Cetearyl alcohol, Dicaprylyl ether, Panthenol, Tocopheryl acetate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Xanthan gum, Allantoin, Sodium hydroxide, Hydroxycitronellal, Bisabolol, Citronellol, Coumarin, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Limonene, Disodium edta, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Isoeugenol, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Amyl cinnamal, Benzyl benzoate, Geraniol, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde, Eugenol
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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.
| TabacOriginal After Shave BalmYOUR PRODUCT | SensiBiafineRich Soothing Moisturising Face Cream | NeutrogenaNorwegian Formula Hand and Nail Cream | Dr. Barbara SturmClarifying Face Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 52% | 52% |
| Price | $13.00 | — | $3.08−$9.92 | $178.29+$165.29 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 4 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Mineral Oil | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Tabac - Original After Shave Balm" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 1.10% - 1.70%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
Price
The product retails for 24.90CA$ in Canada, for 33.71A$ in Australia, for 6.95£ in the United Kingdom and for 13.00$ 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 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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