Works for
MoisturizingCetearyl alcohol, Glycerin + 9 moreWorks
“A nourishing and hydrating balm with a smooth velvet 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:
avena sativa kernel flour, 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: butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Benzyl benzoate + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cetearyl alcohol~6.2–7.6%
- 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 alcoholGlycerin~4.3–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinVitis vinifera seed oil~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilGlyceryl stearate se~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seButyrospermum parkii butter~2.2–2.7%
- 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 butterCetearyl olivate~1.7–2.1%
Xanthan gum~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSorbitan olivate~1.2–1.5%
Coconut alkanes~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Coconut alkanesParfum~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenoxyethanol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholAvena sativa kernel flour~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of colloidal oatmeal. Can contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Is effective in supporting skin barrier
More about Avena sativa kernel flourCucurbita pepo seed oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cucurbita pepo seed oilSalvia hispanica seed oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
More about Salvia hispanica seed oilCoco-caprylate/caprate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.6%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.5%
Benzyl benzoate~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateBenzyl salicylate~0.2–0.4%
Beta-carotene~0.25–0.45%
Daucus carota sativa root extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractDaucus carota sativa seed oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilAscorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGeraniol~0.1–0.2%
Citral~0.1–0.15%
Eugenol~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Glyceryl stearate se, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetearyl olivate, Xanthan gum, Sorbitan olivate, Coconut alkanes, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Avena sativa kernel flour, Cucurbita pepo seed oil, Salvia hispanica seed oil, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dehydroacetic acid, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl salicylate, Beta-carotene, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Ascorbyl palmitate, Citric acid, Geraniol, Citral, Eugenol
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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.
| VotaryVERDEN HORTOSA Hand and Body BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Osea MalibuUndaria Algae™ Body Butter Bergamot & Vanilla Bean | SkinLabBarrierderm Relief Balm | CaudalieMoisturizing Vegan Body Butter | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 40% | 40% |
| Price | — | $54.00 | $23.36 | $34.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Caffeine | Ceramide Np | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 5Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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