Avene After Shave Balm Men

Avene After Shave Balm Men
6.7
/ 10
Moisturizing
5.8 Humectancy icon Humectancy
7.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Avene After Shave Balm Men:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Avene After Shave Balm Men:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.7 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Avene After Shave Balm Men has a moisturizing rating of 6.7 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a moderate humectancy of 5.8 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%), and a high occlusivity of 7.6 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈9.0%) and Dimethicone (est. ≈6.0%).

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Avene After Shave Balm Men is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈9.0%).

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
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
6
Dimethicone
4
Glycerin
3
Arachidyl Alcohol
2.5
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
2
Behenyl Alcohol
1.5
Methyl Gluceth-20
1.3
1,2-Hexanediol
1
Aluminum Sucrose Octasulfate
0.3
Arachidyl Glucoside
0.3
Benzoic Acid
0.3
Bisabolol
0.3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Fragrance
0.3
Glyceryl Stearate
0.3
Hydroxycapric Acid
0.3
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
0.3
Isohexadecane
0.3
PEG-100 Stearate
0.3
Polysorbate 60
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Sorbitan Isostearate
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Tocopheryl Glucoside
Est. %
Water
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
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Dimethicone
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Glycerin
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Arachidyl Alcohol
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Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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Behenyl Alcohol
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Methyl Gluceth-20
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Aluminum Sucrose Octasulfate
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Arachidyl Glucoside
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Benzoic Acid
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Hydroxycapric Acid
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Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
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Isohexadecane
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Ratings

All humectants
5.8
4
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
15.3
9.0
6.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 5.8 10
5.8
4
1.5
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 15.3 20
7.6
9.0
6.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
6.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
1.5
0.3
All humectants 5.8 10
5.8
All humectants
5.8
4
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
9
6
0.3
All occlusives 15.3 20
7.6
All occlusives
15.3
9.0
6.0
0.3
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
9
0.3
All antioxidants 9.3 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
9.3
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
9
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
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.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Est. %9
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.
Dimethicone
Est. %6
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.
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Arachidyl Alcohol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Arachidyl AlcoholA non-drying fatty alcohol that functions as an emollient, emulsion stabilizer, and viscosity controlling agent. It also produces a mattifying effect when applied in a skincare product onto the skin.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl PalmitateA rich emollient without the oily after-feel, making it a popular replacement for mineral oil. It is derived from natural sources such as palm oil and palm kernel oil. Ethylhexyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Behenyl Alcohol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Behenyl AlcoholA fatty alcohol with emollient properties. It is used as a co-emulsifier and thickener and tends to result in a product with a smooth and creamy application texture.
Methyl Gluceth-20
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Methyl Gluceth-20A humectant synthetically derived from glucose. It takes on the form of a clear, syrupy liquid.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Aluminum Sucrose Octasulfate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Aluminum Sucrose OctasulfateDescription is coming soon
Arachidyl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Arachidyl GlucosideA mild cleanser and emulsifier that helps oil and water to mix and form emulsions.
Benzoic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzoic AcidA preservative effective against fungi, yeast, and some bacteria. It is commonly paired with phenoxyethanol to create a broad spectrum preservation system. Benzoic acid can also serve as a pH adjuster, fragrance, and bulking agent.
Bisabolol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BisabololAn anti-inflammatory compound found naturally in German chamomile essential oil. It has a pleasant, sweet, and floral scent. Bisabolol also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties but can cause an allergic reaction in more sensitive individuals.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
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.
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.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder 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.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %0.3
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.
Hydroxycapric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxycapric AcidDescription is coming soon
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerAn emulsion stabilizer and thickener that helps to create a pleasant, satiny, and light formula texture. It works by forming a gel-like network within water or oil, which both stabilizes other ingredients and produces a thickening effect.
Isohexadecane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
IsohexadecaneA clear, colorless liquid that is commonly used as an emollient. It is made up of pure hydrocarbons and leaves a dry feeling on the skin upon application. It also increases the spreadability of a product.
PEG-100 Stearate
Est. %0.3
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.
Polysorbate 60
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polysorbate 60An ester based on sorbitan. It is good for emulsifying water and oils together – specifically making oil-in-water emulsions. Polysorbate 60 is also said to give a product a notable fragrance.
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.

Sorbitan Isostearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan IsostearateA mild yet powerful emulsifier primarily utilized to produce water-in-oil emulsions. It helps to create a particularly rich and substantial emulsion.
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.

Tocopheryl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl GlucosideDescription is coming soon