Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Glycerin + 19 moreWorks well
“Moisturizes oily yet dry skin for a neat and lightweight finish.”
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:
allantoin, 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: cyclomethicone, hydrolyzed collagen.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Limnanthes alba seed oil + 5 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Thymus vulgaris extract + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Glycerin~22–33%
- 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 GlycerinBetaine~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineCetearyl alcohol~3.1–4.6%
- 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 alcoholOzokerite~3.5–5.3%
Isohexadecane~2.7–4%
- 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 IsohexadecaneAllantoin~1.7–2.6%
- 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 AllantoinPanthenol~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPolysorbate 80~1.1–1.7%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateDisodium edta~0.5–1%
Loess extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractBuddleja davidii extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractWater~0.15–0.55%
Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractGlyceryl stearate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHouttuynia cordata extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hyssopus officinalis extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phaseolus radiatus seed extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~0.1–0.3%
- 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 glycolCyclomethicone~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEuterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractMalva sylvestris flower/leaf/stem extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acacia concinna fruit extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sophora flavescens root extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetyl ethylhexanoate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateGlyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerCetyl ethylhexanoate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateButylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateGlyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerEuterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.3%
Glyceryl stearate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateNelumbo nucifera seed extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Thymus vulgaris extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Water~0.1–0.3%
Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerMelaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractLimnanthes alba seed oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilTropolone~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-100 stearate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateMorus alba bark extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence is lacking
More about Morus alba bark extractLinalool~0.1–0.3%
Butylparaben~0.1–0.4%
Limonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneEcklonia cava extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Vinyl dimethicone~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vinyl dimethiconeMyrciaria dubia fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Myrciaria dubia fruit extractHyssopus officinalis extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Malva sylvestris flower extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance
More about Malva sylvestris flower extractHydrolyzed collagen~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenButylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateAloe vera callus extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitan oleate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateCitronellol~0.1–0.35%
Hamamelis virginiana extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractPaullinia cupana seed extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Propylparaben~0.1–0.35%
Chrysanthemum indicum flower extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-100 stearate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerButylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- 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 glycolParfum~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimnanthes alba seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilPortulaca oleracea extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 extractCitrus limon fruit water~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Butylene glycol~0.1–0.45%
- 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 glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.3%
Methylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Phaseolus radiatus meristem cell culture extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumThymus vulgaris extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Glycerin, Betaine, Cetearyl alcohol, Ozokerite, Isohexadecane, Allantoin, Panthenol, Polysorbate 80, Sodium hyaluronate, Disodium edta, Loess extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Buddleja davidii extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Water, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Glyceryl stearate, Houttuynia cordata extract, Hyssopus officinalis extract, Phaseolus radiatus seed extract, Propylene glycol, Cyclomethicone, Caprylyl glycol, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Malva sylvestris flower/leaf/stem extract, Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract, Acacia concinna fruit extract, Sophora flavescens root extract, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Nelumbo nucifera seed extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Water, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Tropolone, Peg-100 stearate, Morus alba bark extract, Linalool, Butylparaben, Limonene, Ecklonia cava extract, Vinyl dimethicone, Myrciaria dubia fruit extract, Hyssopus officinalis extract, Malva sylvestris flower extract, Hydrolyzed collagen, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Aloe vera callus extract, Sorbitan oleate, Citronellol, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Paullinia cupana seed extract, Propylparaben, Chrysanthemum indicum flower extract, Peg-100 stearate, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Butylene glycol, Parfum, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Portulaca oleracea extract, Citrus limon fruit water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Methylparaben, Phaseolus radiatus meristem cell culture extract, Parfum, Thymus vulgaris extract
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| the SKIN HOUSEDr. Clear Magic LotionYOUR PRODUCT | COVER FXCustom Blending Moisturizer | VT CosmeticsCica Emulsion | COSRXOil-Free Ultra Moisturising Lotion with Birch Sap | |
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| Match | — | 56% | 56% | 56% |
| Price | $13.16 | — | $17.14+$3.98 | $4.78−$8.38 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 12 | 5 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Madecassoside | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "the SKIN HOUSE - Dr. Clear Magic Lotion" works well for improving skin hydration The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Panthenol, betaine, cyclomethicone, glycerin and glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer 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). Cyclomethicone, limnanthes alba seed oil, butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, cetearyl alcohol and cetyl ethylhexanoate 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.
This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: allantoinIrritation 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.
Price
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4
- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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