
“Ultra facial 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:
biosaccharide gum-1, 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: dimethiconol, salvia hispanica seed extract.
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: tranexamic acid
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: glycyrrhiza glabra root extract.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
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Seaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Laminaria japonica extractOne 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 GlycerinA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Neopentyl glycol diheptanoateA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin)Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolA silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateUsed 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 glycolA silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateAn amino acid that is effective in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone. It can also help in skin barrier recovery. It is used to treat melasma, especially with injections and when taken orally
More about Tranexamic acidCan 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 plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideUsed as a fragrance for its mint-like smell
More about Perilla frutescens leaf extractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractA plant extract that typically contains linolenic and linoleic acids that help soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Salvia hispanica seed extractOne 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, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractWater, Laminaria japonica extract, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, Cetearyl alcohol, Hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin), 1,2-hexanediol, Propanediol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glyceryl stearate, Butylene glycol, Dimethiconol, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polyisobutene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Tranexamic acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Agrimonia eupatoria extract, Disodium edta, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Sorbitan oleate, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Perilla frutescens leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Salvia hispanica seed extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Beta-glucan, Biosaccharide gum-1, Silybum marianum seed extract, Broussonetia kazinoki root extract, Propolis extract, Cimicifuga dahurica root extract, Salix alba bark extract, Oenothera biennis flower extract
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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.
| VILLAGE 11 FACTORYUltra facial creamYOUR PRODUCT | ACROPASSTroublecure Allanto-Cica Cream | SKIN 1004.Centella soothing cream | ALTHEAFixer Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | $16.41 | $14.20−$2.21 | $8.24−$8.17 | $2.40−$14.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 13 | 8 of 13 | 6 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Ceramide Eop | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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