Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing16 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“WINDOWS OF THE SOUL is a revolutionary gel cream, lightweight and hydrating.”
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, butylene glycol.
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: dimethicone, c13-14 isoparaffin.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, dipeptide-2, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: retinyl palmitate.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 5 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains dipeptide-2, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, retinyl palmitate. These ingredients 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?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Retinyl palmitate + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dimethicone~5.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeDimethicone crosspolymer~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinPolysilicone-11~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyacrylamide~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamidePropylene glycol~1.4–1.7%
- 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 glycolC13-14 isoparaffin~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinButylene glycol~0.95–1.15%
- 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 glycolPolymethylsilsesquioxane~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxanePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products
More about Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymerHesperidin methyl chalcone~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to be able to improve the appearance of undereye darkness but evidence is missing. Can be an allergen and cause irritation
More about Hesperidin methyl chalconeLaureth-7~0.45–0.65%
Parfum~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.6%
Steareth-20~0.45–0.7%
Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.55%
- 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 acetateRetinyl palmitate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateCucumis sativus fruit water~0.25–0.45%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCeramide np~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Ceramide npSodium citrate~0.25–0.45%
- 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 citratePotassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Decyl glucoside~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideEchinacea purpurea extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Echinacea purpurea extractCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHexylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolChlorhexidine digluconate~0.15–0.3%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Silybum marianum seed extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Euphrasia officinalis extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipeptide-2~0.25–0.45%
- 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 Dipeptide-2Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.3–0.5%
- 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 Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Tocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolGnaphalium leontopodium flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta-caryophyllene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camphor~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citronellol~0.2–0.35%
Citrus aurantium peel oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Geraniol~0.2–0.35%
Lavandula oil/extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.25%
Linalyl acetate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilPinene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Terpineol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77891~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Dimethicone, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Glycerin, Polysilicone-11, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Propylene glycol, C13-14 isoparaffin, Butylene glycol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Hesperidin methyl chalcone, Laureth-7, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Steareth-20, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Tocopheryl acetate, Retinyl palmitate, Cucumis sativus fruit water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ceramide np, Sodium citrate, Potassium sorbate, Decyl glucoside, Echinacea purpurea extract, Caprylyl glycol, Hexylene glycol, Chlorhexidine digluconate, Sodium hydroxide, Silybum marianum seed extract, Euphrasia officinalis extract, Dipeptide-2, Citric acid, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Tocopherol, Gnaphalium leontopodium flower extract, Beta-caryophyllene, Camphor, Citronellol, Citrus aurantium peel oil, Geraniol, Lavandula oil/extract, Limonene, Linalool, Linalyl acetate, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Pinene, Terpineol, Ci 77891
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Ceramide Ns | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 3
- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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