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“Superfood Air-Whip Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid”
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:
betaine, copper pca.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
“- 94% agree fine dry lines on face and neck appear reduced after 1 week of use”
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.These ingredients - 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, camellia sinensis leaf extract - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
This ingredient 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid.
This product contains antioxidants (3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, camellia sinensis leaf extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
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 GlycerinA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideUsed to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneA 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 oilTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica oleracea acephala leaf extractCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Medicago sativa extractHelps to enhance the penetration of other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about SarcosineA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Spinacia oleracea leaf extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Copper pcaAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateUsed to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidA good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumWater, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Pentylene glycol, Betaine, Squalane, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Brassica oleracea acephala leaf extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Medicago sativa extract, Sarcosine, Spinacia oleracea leaf extract, Copper pca, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Menthoxypropanediol, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hydroxide, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Carbomer, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetearyl glucoside, Citric acid, Glycine soja oil, Limonene, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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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.
| Youth To The PeopleSuperfood Air-Whip Moisturizer with Hyaluronic AcidYOUR PRODUCT | NaturiumMulti-Peptide Moisturizer | BloomeffectsRoyal Tulip Moisturizing Nectar | Sweet ChefGinger + Vitamin C Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 56% | 53% |
| Price | $49.00 | $11.00−$38.00 | $81.25+$32.25 | $19.35−$29.65 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 13 | 6 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Nonapeptide-1 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Based on the ingredient list, "Youth To The People - Superfood Air-Whip Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid" can work well for skin moisturization. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Youth To The People - Superfood Air-Whip Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid ticks this box. Humectants in this product (panthenol, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer and butylene glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (helianthus annuus seed oil, cetyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, lecithin and pentylene glycol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Youth To The People" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
The product retails for 48.00$ in the United States, for 32.99£ in the United Kingdom and for 63.00CA$ in Canada.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
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