Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Weleda Foot Balm is a moisturizing, easily absorbed balm that cools and softens even the toughest feet.Lightly astringent myrrh extract calms calms and strengthens the thick skin on the bottom of the feet, while organic and anti-inflammatory calendula flower extract softens and soothes rough calluses.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: lanolin, lanolin alcohol.
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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Alcohol, Parfum + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Alcohol~7.8–11.7%
- 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 AlcoholArachis hypogaea oil~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lanolin~2.6–4%
- 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 LanolinLanolin alcohol~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Lanolin alcoholGlyceryl stearate se~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seParfum~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLavandula angustifolia extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractRosmarinus officinalis extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilHectorite~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Commiphora myrrha oil~0.1–0.5%
Calendula officinalis extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Calendula officinalis extractSodium beeswax~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol, Arachis hypogaea oil, Lanolin, Lanolin alcohol, Glyceryl stearate se, Parfum, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Unknown, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Hectorite, Unknown, Commiphora myrrha oil, Unknown, Calendula officinalis extract, Sodium beeswax
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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.
| WeledaFoot BalmYOUR PRODUCT | FlexitolIntense Overnight Foot Cream | LanoMinty Foot & Leg Balm | Elizabeth ArdenEight Hour Cream Skin Protectant Fragrance Free | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 60% | 58% |
| Price | $8.99 | $11.16+$2.17 | $18.95+$9.96 | $19.20+$10.21 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Glycerin | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Weleda - Foot Balm" can work well for skin moisturization.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Weleda" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails from 8.99$ up to 12.50$ in the United States, from 21.21A$ up to 22.95A$ in Australia, for 14.95£ in the United Kingdom and from 7.75£ up to 12.50£ in the United Kingdom.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
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