Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing5 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Lanolin and zinc oxide form a protective barrier against moisture.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, cera alba.
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?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Calendula officinalis flower extract, Parfum + 6 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 oil~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilSesamum indicum seed oil~3.6–5.3%
- 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 oilZinc oxide~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideBeeswax~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxCera alba~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaLanolin~1.3–2%
- 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 LanolinGlyceryl linoleate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Glyceryl linoleateHectorite~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.55–1.25%
- 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~0.45–1.05%
- 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~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.55%
Benzyl benzoate~0.1–0.35%
- 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~0.05–0.2%
Geraniol~0.01–0.05%
Farnesol~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Zinc oxide, Beeswax, Cera alba, Lanolin, Glyceryl linoleate, Hectorite, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl salicylate, Geraniol, Farnesol
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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 Change Cream CalendulaYOUR PRODUCT | HubnerCalendula Cream | Concha Nacar de PerlopNight Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 50% |
| Price | $6.27 | $18.50+$12.23 | $5.29−$0.98 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | — | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Weleda - Baby Change Cream Calendula" has a good moisturizing formula.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Weleda" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 13.18$ in the United States and for 10.06£ 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 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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