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- Acqua di Parma Colonia Hand Cream
2.5/ 10
2.5
/ 10
Overview
How moisturizing is it? Slightly moisturizing. Acqua di Parma Colonia Hand Cream has a moisturizing rating of 2.5 out of 10.
Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a low Humectancy of 1.6 out of 10 and a moderate Occlusivity of 3.5 out of 10.
- SULFATE-FREE
- NON-COMEDOGENIC
- PHTHALATE-FREE
- SILICONE-FREE
- PARABEN-FREE
- ESSENTIAL OIL-FREE
Score | Ingredient | Origin | Functions |
|---|---|---|---|
70 | Water | Naturally occurring | Formula Helper |
9 | Ethylhexyl Stearate | Synthetic, Animal | Emollient |
6 | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Botanical, Synthetic | Moisturizing (occlusive),Emollient,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
1 | Fragrance | Botanical, Synthetic, Animal | Fragrance |
1 | Glycerin | Botanical, Synthetic, Animal | Moisturizing (humectant),Soothing,Emollient,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
1 | Polysorbate 20 | Botanical, Synthetic | Fragrance,Formula Helper |
1 | Phenoxyethanol | Synthetic | Antimicrobial,Preservative |
1 | Limonene | Botanical, Synthetic | Fragrance,Formula Helper |
1 | Polyacrylamide | Synthetic | Formula Helper |
1 | C13-14 Isoparaffin | Petroleum | Emollient,Formula Helper |
0.3 | Carbomer | Synthetic | Formula Helper |
0.3 | Disodium EDTA | Synthetic | Formula Helper |
Ingredients explained
The most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
A palm-derived emollient ester with good lubricity that leaves a smooth after-feel on the skin.
Score
6
Function
Moisturizing (occlusive), Emollient, Fragrance, Solvent
Origin
Botanical, Synthetic
A natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Under trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Score
1
Function
Moisturizing (humectant), Soothing, Emollient, Fragrance, Denaturant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling
Origin
Botanical, Synthetic, Animal
The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective. Glycerin also has soothing and anti-irritant properties and is considered to be very safe for use.