The Chemistry Brand Extreme Hydration Complex Hand Cream
Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Hydrolyzed yeast extract + 13 moreWorks well
“Containing a 24% active ingredient, ultra-concentrated formula, the cream contains plant and marine extracts which provide deep and long-lasting hydration.”
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:
alanine, betaine.
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, cyclopentasiloxane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · SerineMay help
This product contains serine. This ingredient 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?
Irritancy13 strong irritants: Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone + 11 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dimethicone~5.4–6.6%
- 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 DimethiconePropanediol~4.2–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerHydrolyzed yeast extract~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties
More about Hydrolyzed yeast extractCetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymerPanthenol~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolIsohexadecane~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecanePolysilicone-11~1.2–1.5%
- 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-11Glycerin~1–1.3%
- 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 GlycerinAlanine~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineProline~0.6–0.9%
Serine~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerinePseudoalteromonas ferment extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mushroom extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extractPolyglucuronic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Often used to support the moisturization effect of polysaccharides (contained, for example, in yeast extract)
More about Polyglucuronic acidPolysorbate 60~0.45–0.7%
Cyclopentasiloxane~0.45–0.65%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxaneCyclotetrasiloxane~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcelluloseLecithin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinBetaine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineSodium phosphate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.5%
Citric acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.5%
Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPotassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Parfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeBenzyl benzoate~0.25–0.45%
- 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~0.25–0.45%
Benzyl salicylate~0.25–0.45%
Citral~0.25–0.45%
Citronellol~0.25–0.45%
Eugenol~0.25–0.45%
Geraniol~0.25–0.45%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalLimonene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneWater~0.25–0.5%
Dimethicone~0.35–0.6%
- 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 DimethiconePropanediol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerCetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymerPanthenol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolIsohexadecane~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecanePolysilicone-11~0.3–0.55%
- 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-11Glycerin~0.3–0.55%
- 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 GlycerinDisodium acetyl glucosamine phosphate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cyclopentasiloxane~0.3–0.55%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxaneCyclotetrasiloxane~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.55%
Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mushroom extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extractXanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.5%
Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Citric acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAlanine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineProline~0.3–0.5%
Serine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineSodium phosphate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolysorbate 60~0.25–0.5%
Betaine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitral~0.2–0.35%
Citronellol~0.15–0.3%
Eugenol~0.15–0.25%
Farnesol~0.15–0.3%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Hydrolyzed yeast extract, Cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Panthenol, Isohexadecane, Polysilicone-11, Glycerin, Alanine, Proline, Serine, Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract, Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract, Polyglucuronic acid, Polysorbate 60, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Xanthan gum, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Lecithin, Betaine, Sodium phosphate, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Potassium sorbate, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl cinnamate, Benzyl salicylate, Citral, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Water, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Panthenol, Isohexadecane, Polysilicone-11, Glycerin, Disodium acetyl glucosamine phosphate, Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Potassium sorbate, Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Citric acid, Alanine, Proline, Serine, Sodium phosphate, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 60, Betaine, Parfum, Citral, Citronellol, Eugenol, Farnesol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| The Chemistry BrandExtreme Hydration Complex Hand CreamYOUR PRODUCT | SkintegraCica-Cera | Holika HolikaPeach Date Perfumed Hand Cream | UNICATFortune Cat Hand Cream Vanilla | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 57% | 57% |
| Price | — | — | $5.35 | $8.40 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"The Chemistry Brand - Extreme Hydration Complex Hand Cream" is effective for: Moisturizing
This moisturizer could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 1.60% - 1.90%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
Price
The product retails for 18.99$ in the United States, for 26.50CA$ in Canada, for 35.00A$ in Australia and for 18.99£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 3
- 4
- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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