Apivita Natural Cosmetics Cream with Propolis

Apivita Natural Cosmetics Cream with Propolis
2.9
/ 10
Moisturizing
2.2 Humectancy icon Humectancy
3.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Apivita Natural Cosmetics Cream with Propolis:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Apivita Natural Cosmetics Cream with Propolis:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 2.9 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Apivita Natural Cosmetics Cream with Propolis has a moisturizing rating of 2.9 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a low humectancy of 2.2 out of 10 and a moderate occlusivity of 3.6 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈4.0%) and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈2.5%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Apivita Natural Cosmetics Cream with Propolis has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Ammonium Glycyrrhizate and Retinyl Palmitate, two ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do 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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Propanediol Dicaprylate
6
Cetearyl Alcohol
4
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
3
Alcohol Denat.
2.5
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
2
Propolis Extract
1.5
Glyceryl Stearate
1.3
PEG-100 Stearate
1
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
0.3
Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract
0.3
Prunella Vulgaris
0.3
Ammonium Glycyrrhizate
0.3
Panthenol
0.3
PEG-20 Stearate
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Carbomer
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Sodium Phytate
0.3
Retinyl Palmitate
0.3
Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil
0.3
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
0.3
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Est. %
Water
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Propanediol Dicaprylate
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Alcohol Denat.
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Propolis Extract
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Glyceryl Stearate
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PEG-100 Stearate
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Butylene Glycol
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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
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Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract
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Prunella Vulgaris
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Ammonium Glycyrrhizate
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Panthenol
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PEG-20 Stearate
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Phenoxyethanol
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Carbomer
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Tocopherol
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Sodium Phytate
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Retinyl Palmitate
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Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil
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Ratings

All humectants
2.2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
7.1
4.0
2.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
2.9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 2.2 10
2.2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 7.1 20
3.6
4.0
2.5
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
2.9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 2.2 10
2.2
All humectants
2.2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
4
2.5
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 7.1 20
3.6
All occlusives
7.1
4.0
2.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Ammonium Glycyrrhizate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Retinyl Palmitate
-
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
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 2.9 3 No
All antioxidants
2.9
Propolis Extract
2
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
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.
Propanediol Dicaprylate
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Propanediol DicaprylateDescription is coming soon
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %6
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.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %4
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.
Alcohol Denat.
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Alcohol Denat.

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA 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.
Propolis Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Propolis ExtractA famous bee product that has traditionally been used to treat inflammation and wounds. The extract is soothing and promotes skin healing.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Glyceryl StearateAn emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
PEG-100 Stearate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
PEG-100 StearateThis surfactant is more specifically classified as an emulsifier that produces oil-in-water emulsions. PEG-100 stearate can also be used as a cleansing agent.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
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.
Hypericum Perforatum Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hypericum Perforatum Flower ExtractDescription is coming soon
Prunella Vulgaris
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunella VulgarisDescription is coming soon
Ammonium Glycyrrhizate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ammonium GlycyrrhizateA soothing ingredient with a sweet taste that is isolated from licorice root.
Panthenol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
PEG-20 Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-20 StearateDescription is coming soon
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.
Carbomer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CarbomerA synthetic ingredient with the ability to gel water. When used in emulsions, such as lotions and creams, carbomer can also act as an emulsion stabilizer.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
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.

Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

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.
Retinyl Palmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Retinyl PalmitateAn esterified form of retinol – it combines retinol and palmitic acid into one molecule. Retinyl palmitate is less irritating than retinol but also much less effective in its anti-aging and acne-reducing effects.
Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) OilDescription is coming soon
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower OilA fragrant essential oil with a distinct, rose-like scent derived from rose geranium. It is widely used in aromatherapy and massage therapy to ease tension. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilA fragrant and antioxidant essential tea tree oil praised for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Tea tree oil helps to treat acne, inflamed skin, and small wounds. It might, however, cause allergies and skin irritations.