ACURE Ultra Hydrating Electrolyte Facial Moisturizer

ACURE Ultra Hydrating Electrolyte Facial Moisturizer
6.1
/ 10
Moisturizing
6.9 Humectancy icon Humectancy
5.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using ACURE Ultra Hydrating Electrolyte Facial Moisturizer:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using ACURE Ultra Hydrating Electrolyte Facial Moisturizer:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.1 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: ACURE Ultra Hydrating Electrolyte Facial Moisturizer has a moisturizing rating of 6.1 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a high humectancy of 6.9 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%) and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈2.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 5.2 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈6.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, ACURE Ultra Hydrating Electrolyte Facial Moisturizer has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Calcium PCA, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Calcium PCA provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that ACURE Ultra Hydrating Electrolyte Facial Moisturizer is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈6.0%) and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈2.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Cetearyl Alcohol
6
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
4
Glycerin
3
Stearyl Citrate
2.5
Cocoglycerides
2
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
1.5
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
1.3
Glyceryl Laurate
1
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
0.3
Squalane
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Sodium PCA
0.3
Calcium PCA
0.3
Magnesium PCA
0.3
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
0.3
Linoleic Acid
0.3
Linolenic Acid
0.3
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
0.3
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
0.3
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
0.3
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
0.3
Sodium Anisate
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Sodium Levulinate
0.3
Glyceryl Caprylate
0.3
Disodium Phosphate
0.3
Sodium Phytate
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Citric Acid
Est. %
Water
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Glyceryl Laurate
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Linoleic Acid
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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
6.9
4
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
10.3
6.0
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 6.9 10
6.9
4
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 10.3 20
5.2
6.0
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
6.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 6.9 10
6.9
All humectants
6.9
4
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 10.3 20
5.2
All occlusives
10.3
6.0
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Calcium PCA
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
6
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 9.8 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
9.8
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
6
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
2
Tocopherol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
0.3
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
0.3
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
0.3
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 3.2 5 No
All soothing
3.2
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe 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.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Cetearyl AlcoholA blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed OilA fatty oil pressed from safflower seeds that is used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It contains unusually high amounts of linoleic acid (up to 70%), as well as antioxidant compounds such as vitamin E, phytosterols, and phenolics.
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Stearyl Citrate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Stearyl CitrateDescription is coming soon
Cocoglycerides
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
CocoglyceridesA naturally-derived emollient with medium spreadability. It is oil-like and makes skin feel soft and not sticky.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Glyceryl Laurate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl LaurateA naturally-derived ester that can soften the appearance of skin and blend oils with water.
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed ButterAlso known as cocoa seed butter, it is a popular emollient and occlusive moisturizer. Skincare products with cocoa butter as their main ingredient have a sweet, chocolatey scent. Cocoa butter is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Squalane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Sodium PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium PCAOne of the most important parts of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Sodium PCA is used in skincare for its fantastic humectant properties.
Calcium PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calcium PCA

Description is coming soon

Magnesium PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Magnesium PCADescription is coming soon
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem ExtractA soothing and antioxidant extract from prickly pear succulent stems. These stems contain a cooling and anti-inflammatory watery gel that is similar to aloe.
Linoleic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Linoleic AcidA fatty acid isolated from various plant oils (notably evening primrose, safflower, grape seed, and sunflower oil). It is an occlusive moisturizer and emollient that doesn't leave an oily, sticky residue and is especially suitable for oily and acne-prone skin.
Linolenic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Linolenic AcidAn essential polyunsaturated occlusive fatty acid isolated from various plant oils. It is necessary for the correct barrier function of the skin and moisturizes without leaving a sticky after-feel.
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil expressed from the seeds of a yellow-flowered plant which often opens its flowers in the evening (hence the name). It is light and suitable for problematic, eczematous, and inflammation-prone skin.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Argania Spinosa Kernel OilA fatty oil from Moroccan argan tree kernels commonly used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. Its uniqueness comes from its compounds: vitamin E, phospholipids, phenolic compounds, and rare phytosterols with antioxidant and emollient effects.
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractAn extract derived from the flowers of the pot marigold. Its yellow to bright orange flowers contain carotenoids, triterpenoids, and flavonoids. They all have fantastic anti-inflammatory activity and can help to soothe inflamed skin.
Sodium Anisate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium AnisateA natural preservative with a sweet scent.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Sodium Levulinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium LevulinateA sodium salt of levulinic acid that is used as an antimicrobial and preservative agent, inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria in a product.
Glyceryl Caprylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl CaprylateA waxy solid derived from vegetable oils that has emollient and emulsifying properties. It is also known to boost the efficacy of organic acid preservatives by destabilizing the microbe's cell membrane.
Disodium Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium PhosphateAn inorganic ingredient primarily used in skincare products as a pH adjuster.
Sodium Phytate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium PhytateSodium phytate is a chelating agent that serves to remove heavy metal ions from water. Removing metal ions helps other ingredients, such as antioxidants and preservatives, to perform better and keep products from separating.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.