Typology Antioxidant Face Moisturizer — 5% Vitamin C + Lemon Water
Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, C10-18 triglycerides + 2 moreWorks
“Antioxidant Face Moisturizer — 5% Vitamin C + Lemon Water”
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus limon fruit water, Citrus nobilis peel oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Ingredients
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.3%
- 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 GlycerinDicaprylyl ether~3.5–5.3%
- 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 etherCitrus limon fruit water~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateSodium stearoyl glutamate~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateC10-18 triglycerides~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesStearyl alcohol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholCitric acid~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acid1,2-hexanediol~0.45–1.05%
Sclerotium gum~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium levulinate~0.15–0.6%
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 LimoneneXanthan gum~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Tocopherol~0.05–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl ether, Citrus limon fruit water, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, C10-18 triglycerides, Stearyl alcohol, Citric acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Sclerotium gum, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Sodium benzoate, Sodium levulinate, Limonene, Xanthan gum, Potassium sorbate, Tocopherol, Sodium hydroxide
Compare prices
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
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.
| TypologyAntioxidant Face Moisturizer — 5% Vitamin C + Lemon WaterYOUR PRODUCT | DiscoHydrating Face Moisturizer | Derma EVitamin C Moisturizer | Transparent LabBarrier Restoring Hydrating Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 64% | 64% | 63% |
| Price | — | — | $17.50 | $21.16 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Retinol | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Sönd Sidekick Day CreamBubbaSkin Face Cream
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2
- 3Sodium ascorbyl phosphate in topical microemulsionssciencedirect.com
- 4
- 5
- 6
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.