Works for
MoisturizingRicinus communis seed oil, Cyclomethicone + 11 moreWorks
“Dry and Cracked Skin Pack”
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:
cyclomethicone, glycerin.
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: ricinus communis seed oil, cyclomethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: AlcoholMedium risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Triticum vulgare germ oil~27–40%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilNitrocellulose~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isopropyl alcohol~3.4–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A drying alcohol. Can increase skin's sensitivity and cause dryness and irritation
More about Isopropyl alcoholEthyl acetate~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholHydroxypropylcellulose~1.7–2.5%
Ricinus communis seed oil~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Ricinus communis seed oilCream~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~0.95–1.45%
Cyclomethicone~0.55–1.3%
- 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 CyclomethiconeButyrospermum parkii butter~0.45–1.05%
- 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 butterGlycerin~0.35–0.75%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- 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 glycolIsodecyl isononanoate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl stearate~0.15–0.6%
- 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 stearateCetearyl alcohol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 alcoholTriticum vulgare germ oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilStearic acid~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidTrehalose~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseCeteareth-12~0.1–0.35%
Cetyl palmitate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitatePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.35%
- 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 acetatePanthenol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAllantoin~0.05–0.2%
- 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 AllantoinCarbomer~0.05–0.2%
- 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 CarbomerSodium methylparaben~0.05–0.15%
Propylparaben~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Triticum vulgare germ oil, Nitrocellulose, Isopropyl alcohol, Ethyl acetate, Alcohol, Hydroxypropylcellulose, Ricinus communis seed oil, Cream, Water, Cyclomethicone, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Isodecyl isononanoate, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Stearic acid, Trehalose, Ceteareth-12, Cetyl palmitate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl acetate, Panthenol, Allantoin, Carbomer, Sodium methylparaben, Propylparaben
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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.
| UrgoDry and Cracked Skin PackYOUR PRODUCT | The SaemPerfumed Hand Light Essence | MONU Professional SkincareMONUSKIN Collagen Eye Cream | REVOLUTION SKINCAREOvernight Targeted Blemish Lotion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | — | $5.04 | — | $6.61 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | Retinyl Palmitate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Urgo - Dry and Cracked Skin Pack" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (trehalose 0.10% - 0.35%, glycerin 0.35% - 0.75% and cyclomethicone 0.55% - 1.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 10.35£ 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 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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