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MoisturizingGlycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane + 14 moreWorks
“This fresh, non oily Thalgo Men Intensive Hydrating Cream is an all day moisturiser that relieves tight feeling skin.”
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:
algae extract, 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: chondrus crispus extract, algae extract.
Anti-agingPalmitoyl proline, Algae extract + 2 moreNot delivered
“Thalgo Men Intensive Hydrating Cream also promotes anti-ageing as it stimulates cell renewal.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.These ingredients - magnesium palmitoyl glutamate, palmitoyl proline - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Sorbitan sesquioleate + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.5–5.5%
- 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 GlycerinAlcohol denat.~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Cocoglycerides~2.8–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
More about CocoglyceridesCyclopentasiloxane~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneCyclohexasiloxane~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerPropylheptyl caprylate~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylheptyl caprylateSorbitan sesquioleate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateTriethanolamine~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolaminePhenoxyethanol~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolErythritol~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ErythritolCarbomer~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerSorbitol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolParfum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPalmitoyl proline~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps attract watet to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-aging properties
More about Palmitoyl prolineChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterButylene glycol~0.35–0.6%
- 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 glycolEnteromorpha compressa extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Polysorbate 20~0.3–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%
Magnesium palmitoyl glutamate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful against lines and wrinkles, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Magnesium palmitoyl glutamateSodium palmitoyl sarcosinate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium palmitoyl sarcosinateXanthan gum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.5%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Homarine hcl~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help to improve skin hydration levels
More about Homarine hclDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Algae extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractCellulose gum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumGlucose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseCi 42090~0.25–0.45%
Chondrus crispus extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractCi 17200~0.2–0.35%
Linalool~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeButylphenyl methylpropional~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalCitronellol~0.1–0.15%
Coumarin~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Cocoglycerides, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Propylheptyl caprylate, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Erythritol, Carbomer, Sorbitol, Parfum, Palmitoyl proline, Chlorphenesin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Butylene glycol, Enteromorpha compressa extract, Polysorbate 20, Ethylhexylglycerin, Magnesium palmitoyl glutamate, Sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate, Xanthan gum, Caprylyl glycol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Homarine hcl, Disodium edta, Algae extract, Cellulose gum, Glucose, Ci 42090, Chondrus crispus extract, Ci 17200, Linalool, Limonene, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Citronellol, Coumarin
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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.
| ThalgoMen Intensive Hydrating CreamYOUR PRODUCT | AbibHydration Gel Water Tube | ALIVE:LABMulti Ice Cream | NiveaSkin Firming and Toning Gel Cream with Q10 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | $23.47 | $55.57 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Carnitine |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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