Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream Review

Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Ingredients

Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Water, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Myristyl Myristate, Propylene Glycol Stearate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, PEG-40 Stearate, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Choleth-24, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Potassium Hydroxide, Ceteth-24, Fragrance
Review

Does Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream has to offer:
 
✅ Strong occlusive moisturizing. This exceptionally occlusive moisturizer, ideal for dry and very dry skin, has a moderate moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10, impaired by the absence of humectants.

  

Key Benefits of Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream:
 

🔵🔵🔵 Exceptionally Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely occlusive. It has zero Humectancy (we didn't find any humectant ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Mineral Oil (est. ≈9.0%), Petrolatum (est. ≈6.0%) and Myristyl Myristate (est. ≈2.0%).

This type of product, when used as a standalone moisturizer, can deliver an exceptional level of occlusive hydration that is adequate for dry to very skin. The occlusive profile of Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream suggests a rich, thick texture, making it perfectly suited for dry skin.

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.

Things to Be Aware Of: Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream

 
CreamScan identified a few things to consider before adding Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream to your skincare routine:
 

⚠️ Best for Very Dry Skin - May Be Too Thick for Other Skin Types

With exceptional occlusivity, this product is optimal for moisturizing dry and very dry skin but may be too thick for other skin types, including normal, and especially combination and oily skin.

If you have oily, combination, or normal skin and are considering purchasing this product for the first time, it might be a good idea to try a sample before buying.

⚠️ Needs to Be Paired with Extra Humectants for Optimal Moisturizing Efficacy

An ideal moisturizer for any skin type should balance the right level of occlusivity (depending on skin type) with a significant amount of humectants, while Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream contains no humectants at all.

People with dry skin would definitely benefit from adding water-binding humectants to their moisturizing routine for effective dual-action moisturizing. If this is your only moisturizer, it may be worth including a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.

Pros & Cons of Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

Exceptionally rich moisturizer with the right level of occlusivity to moisturize dry to very dry skin
 

⭕ Cons: 

⚠️ May feel too rich and thick on skin types other than dry
⚠️ Only if used as a standalone moisturizer - needs to be paired with extra humectants for optimal moisturizing efficacy
   

Summary: Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream
, as a moisturizer, provides an exceptional level of occlusive hydration that is adequate for dry to very skin, delivered in a rich, thick texture.
 
That said, there are some things about Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream worth noting.
 
With its high occlusivity, Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream is ideal for dry skin but may feel too thick on other skin types. If you have oily, combination, or normal skin, it’s a good idea to try a sample before purchasing.
 
If you use this product as your only moisturizer in a routine, please note that it doesn’t contain any humectants. Regardless of your skin type, humectants are vital for optimal moisturizing efficacy. Therefore, pairing Avon Skin So Soft Soft & Sensual Replenishing Hand Cream with a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, can be highly beneficial for your skincare routine.
 
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Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Mineral Oil
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Petrolatum
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Cyclopentasiloxane
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Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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Myristyl Myristate
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Propylene Glycol Stearate
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Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
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PEG-40 Stearate
Function:
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Dimethicone
Function:
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Phenoxyethanol
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Carbomer
Function:
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Imidazolidinyl Urea
Function:
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Choleth-24
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Hydroxyethylcellulose
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Potassium Hydroxide
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Ceteth-24
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Fragrance
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
24.6
9.0
6.0 x 2
2.0
1.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 24.6 20
10.0
9.0
6.0 x 2
2.0
1.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
None
All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
9
6 x 2
2
1.3
0.3
All occlusives 24.6 20
10.0
All occlusives
24.6
9.0
6.0 x 2
2.0
1.3
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
1.3
All antioxidants 1.3 3 No
All antioxidants
1.3
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
1.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
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.
Mineral Oil
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Mineral OilAlso known as liquid paraffin, it is an amazing moisturizer (the second most occlusive one after Petrolatum). It is also an excellent emollient that fills the micro-cracks on the surface of the skin, making it appear smoother. Mineral oil is considered safe.
Petrolatum
Est. %6
Function
Origin
PetrolatumAlso known as Vaseline, this is the most powerful occlusive moisturizer and at least twice as effective as other occlusives. This is why we multiply the petrolatum score by 2 when calculating the Occlusivity of the product. Petrolatum is not comedogenic.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %4
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.
Cyclopentasiloxane
Est. %3
Function
Origin
CyclopentasiloxaneA lightweight, fast-spreading emollient that leaves a very soft and silky after-feel on the skin. Supplied as a clear and colorless liquid, cyclopentasiloxane is often used as a solvent to dissolve other silicones in.
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.
Myristyl Myristate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Myristyl MyristateAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient ester that is derived from vegetables. This soft, wax-like ester produces a soft and creamy sensorial profile. Myristyl myristate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Propylene Glycol Stearate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Propylene Glycol StearateAn emollient and emulsifying blend of propylene glycol and stearic acid.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %1.3
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.
PEG-40 Stearate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PEG-40 StearateThis PEG, or polyethylene glycol, is excellent at emulsifying water and oil together to form oil-in-water emulsions. Due to its water-loving nature, PEG-40 stearate can also act as a cleansing agent.
Dimethicone
Est. %0.3
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.
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.
Imidazolidinyl Urea
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Imidazolidinyl UreaAn antimicrobial agent that provides broad spectrum protection.
Choleth-24
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Choleth-24
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyethylcelluloseA naturally-derived thickener that can form clear gel textures without the slimy feeling, unlike some other natural gel-formers.
Potassium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium HydroxideA very alkaline ingredient, meaning that it has a high pH. Potassium hydroxide is therefore useful in bringing a low pH in a cosmetic product up to a more neutral, skin-safe level.
Ceteth-24
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceteth-24
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.