Works for
MoisturizingUrea, Glycerin + 5 moreWorks well
“It helps the elimination of aging cells, replenishes moisture to skin, works to actively reduce”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: urea
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“This renewing gel, with active fruit acids, is formulated to gently reduce wrinkles and fine lines.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~3.4–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCarbomer~2.6–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPropylene glycol~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCaprylyl glycol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolOleth-20~1.5–2.2%
Urea~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Sodium hydroxide~0.85–1.25%
Anthemis nobilis flower extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractPeg-35 castor oil~0.4–0.9%
Hydrolyzed sweet almond protein~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetrasodium edta~0.3–0.7%
Saccharum officinarum extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractHydrolyzed soy protein~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinCitrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus limon fruit extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium dehydroacetate~0.1–0.4%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilAcer saccharum extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that contains small percentage of AHAs. Is unlikely to have any skin benefit due the small concentration of the active compounds
More about Acer saccharum extractLinalool~0.05–0.25%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Mentha piperita oil~0.01–0.1%
Mimosa tenuiflora bark extract~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Carbomer, Propylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Oleth-20, Urea, Chlorphenesin, Sodium hydroxide, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Peg-35 castor oil, Hydrolyzed sweet almond protein, Tetrasodium edta, Saccharum officinarum extract, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium dehydroacetate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Acer saccharum extract, Linalool, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium benzoate, Mentha piperita oil, Mimosa tenuiflora bark extract
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| Yon-Ka ParisAlpha ContourYOUR PRODUCT | TONYMOLYFloria Brightening Peeling Gel | SkinCeuticalsHydrating B5 Serum | U BeautyThe Barrier Bioactive Treatment | |
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| Match | — | 62% | 62% | 61% |
| Price | — | $9.07 | $16.97 | $192.66 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 4 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Calcium Pantothenate | Lactobionic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | High | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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