Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator Review

Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator
2.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
5.1 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Ingredients

Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Water, Cyclomethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Betaine, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract, Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract, Arnica Montana Extract, Parietaria Officinalis Extract, Hedera Helix (Ivy) Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract, Orchis Mascula Flower Extract, Sulfur, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Blue 1 (CI 42090), Yellow 5 (CI 19140)
Review

Does Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator has to offer:
 
✅ Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 2.8 out of 10.

  

Key Benefits of Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator:
 

🔵 Lightweight Moisturizer Suitable for Oily Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator is lightly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 2.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.6 out of 10 and a moderate humectancy of 5.1 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈2.0%).

This product, when used alone as a moisturizer, can provide light humectant hydration in a fast-absorbing formula with a minimal amount of occlusive ingredients. This could work for people with oily skin who need a basic level of hydration.

💧  A Humectant Add-on for Any Skincare Routine

But it’s not limited to oily skin - since it contains a moderate amount of humectants, such a humectant add-on will also positively contribute to the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine when used as a step before applying the main moisturizer.

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

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Pros & Cons of Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

✅ When used alone: Provides moderate humectant moisturizing suitable for oily skin
✅ As part of a routine: A humectant moisturizing enhancement, beneficial for any skin type
✅ Lightweight texture
 

⭕ Cons: 

✅ We couldn't find any
   

Summary: Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Amarte Aqua Veil Hydrator
, when used alone, provides lightweight, moderate humectant moisturizing, making it suitable for oily skin. As part of a moisturizing routine, it offers a subtle humectant enhancement, beneficial for all skin types.
 
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Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
6
4
3
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Cyclomethicone
Function:
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PEG-10 Dimethicone
Function:
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Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Function:
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Glycerin
Function:
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Propylene Glycol
Function:
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Dimethicone
Function:
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Betaine
Function:
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Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract
Function:
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Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract
Function:
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Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract
Function:
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Arnica Montana Extract
Function:
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Parietaria Officinalis Extract
Function:
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Hedera Helix (Ivy) Extract
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Sodium Hyaluronate
Function:
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Lilium Candidum Flower Extract
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Orchis Mascula Flower Extract
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Sulfur
Function:
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Biosaccharide Gum-1
Function:
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Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Function:
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Sodium Chloride
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Phenoxyethanol
Function:
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Blue 1 (CI 42090)
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Yellow 5 (CI 19140)
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Ratings

All humectants
5.1
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
1.3
1.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
2.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 5.1 10
5.1
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 1.3 20
0.6
1.3
Moisturizing rating
2.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
All humectants 5.1 10
5.1
All humectants
5.1
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1.3
All occlusives 1.3 20
0.6
All occlusives
1.3
1.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 1.2 3 No
All antioxidants
1.2
Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract
0.3
Hedera Helix (Ivy) Extract
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Lilium Candidum Flower Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 2.1 5 No
All soothing
2.1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
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.
Cyclomethicone
Est. %6
Function
Origin
CyclomethiconeA blend of emollient silicones that leaves a smooth and non-greasy after-feel. Unlike other types of oils, it does not leave any residue on the skin, which is part of what makes it so popular.
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Est. %4
Function
Origin
PEG-10 DimethiconeA polyethylene-based emulsifying ingredient. It has a water-loving portion and an oil-loving portion that help to keep the water and oil phases connected to form an emulsion.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Dimethicone CrosspolymerA group of ingredients that are typically added to skincare products to adjust the formula. Dimethicone Crosspolymers stabilize a formula, regulate its thickness and consistency and give the product a velvety feel.
Glycerin
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Propylene Glycol
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Propylene GlycolA clear, thick, odorless liquid of synthetic origin. Its main function is to stabilize cosmetic products exposed to varying temperatures. It is also a moderately strong humectant with similar properties to glycerin.
Dimethicone
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Betaine
Est. %1
Function
Origin
BetaineAn ingredient derived from the sucrose in sugar beets. It has a negative chemical charge and a positive chemical charge on the same molecule. This allows betaine to be hygroscopic or humectant and thus provide moisturization by drawing water to the skin.
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit ExtractA soothing, cooling, and emollient extract derived from cucumbers. Cucumber has been used in skincare for centuries and is used to treat skin problems such as eye swelling, sunburn, and itchy and irritated skin.
Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract
Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sambucus Nigra Flower ExtractDerived from the plant called black elder or elderberry, this extract is an occlusive and soothing ingredient that also contains antioxidant flavonoids.
Arnica Montana Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Arnica Montana ExtractA healing and soothing extract derived from the flowers of wolf’s bane. It contains a wide range of anti-inflammatory compounds such as sesquiterpenes, flavonoids, amines, and an essential oil with a thyme-like scent.
Parietaria Officinalis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Parietaria Officinalis Extract
Hedera Helix (Ivy) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hedera Helix (Ivy) ExtractA soothing extract from the leaves of common ivy (not to be confused with poison ivy) that is rich in antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and astringent triterpene saponins.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Lilium Candidum Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lilium Candidum Flower Extract
Orchis Mascula Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Orchis Mascula Flower Extract
Sulfur
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SulfurSulfur is a registered OTC drug ingredient that can be used to fight acne. As a keratolytic, it helps remove dead skin buildup.
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Biosaccharide Gum-1A polysaccharide with humectant moisturizing and soothing properties.
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeA silicone-based powerful emulsifier that helps to create lightweight and pleasant feeling lotions and creams.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Blue 1 (CI 42090)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Blue 1 (CI 42090)A synthetic dye commonly known as Brilliant Blue FCF that produces rich blue colors for various cosmetic uses. FD&C Blue #1 can also be found in foods, medications, and dietary supplements, as it is considered non-toxic and safe for use.
Yellow 5 (CI 19140)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Yellow 5 (CI 19140)A bright yellow colorant that is often also listed as FD&C Yellow 5.