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“HYDRA3 REGENETIC CREAM”
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, 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: glycosphingolipids, hydrolyzed collagen.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: urea
“A water dripping formula, this anti-aging cream stimulates the skin’s ability to hydrate deeply.”
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.
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.
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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 GlycerinHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCan 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 AlcoholHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinCan 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 extractA powder from red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus powderHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineA type of lipids naturally present in skin. They can be converted to ceramides in skin
More about GlycosphingolipidsA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten
More about Hordeum vulgare extractA 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 collagenAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneContains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractAn 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 SerineOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolNaturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateA colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps protect the ingredients in the formulation against UV light
More about Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonateCreates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaWorks as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateA fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneWater, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Alcohol, Methyl gluceth-20, Allantoin, Calcium dna, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Chondrus crispus powder, Disodium acetyl glucosamine phosphate, Glucose, Glycine, Glycosphingolipids, Hordeum vulgare extract, Hydrolyzed collagen, Lactic acid, Lecithin, Magnesium dna, Malic acid, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Rna, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Serine, Sodium dna, Sodium hyaluronate, Sorbitol, Urea, Carbomer, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Potassium phosphate, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium lactate, Tin oxide, Xanthan gum, Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate, Tris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) citrate, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Benzyl benzoate, Citronellol, Eugenol, Hexyl cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, 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.
| ValmontHYDRA3 REGENETIC CREAMYOUR PRODUCT | Dr. Barbara SturmClarifying Face Cream | endota spaBlue Light Defence Hydro Cream | MarudermHyaluronic Acid Moisturizer Face & Body Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 53% | 52% |
| Price | — | $198.31 | $134.85 | $21.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 14 | 7 of 14 | 7 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Judging from the ingredient list, "Valmont - HYDRA3 REGENETIC CREAM" works well for improving skin hydration The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (urea, allantoin, glycerin, glycine and hydrolyzed collagen) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (glycosphingolipids and hydrolyzed collagen) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 387.24CA$ in Canada and for 159.94$ in the United States.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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