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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Rich and moisturizing, it contains botanical ingredients that soothe and calm irritation.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: sesamum indicum seed oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Alcohol, Calendula officinalis flower extract + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedLanolin~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinSesamum indicum seed oil~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilKaolin~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinAlcohol~1.6–2.4%
- 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 AlcoholHydrolyzed beeswax~1.2–1.8%
Glyceryl linoleate~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Glyceryl linoleateSilica~1.1–1.6%
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractParfum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.3%
Geraniol~0.05–0.15%
Citral~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Lanolin, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Kaolin, Alcohol, Hydrolyzed beeswax, Glyceryl linoleate, Silica, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral
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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.
| WeledaBaby Calendula Body CreamYOUR PRODUCT | WellsFat Body Moisturizing Cream Very Dry Skin | Elizabeth GrantCaviar Cellular Recharge Super Body Cream | Elizabeth ArdenEight Hour Cream Skin Protectant Fragrance Free | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 54% | 53% |
| Price | $7.06 | — | $39.65+$32.59 | $19.20+$12.14 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 4 | 1 of 4 | 1 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | — | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Weleda - Baby Calendula Body Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Weleda" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 58.21A$ in Australia and from 11.54$ up to 13.99$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
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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- 3Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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