B.LAB Ji-Chi Hydro Boost Layer Serum

B.LAB Ji-Chi Hydro Boost Layer Serum
5.4
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.8 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using B.LAB Ji-Chi Hydro Boost Layer Serum:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using B.LAB Ji-Chi Hydro Boost Layer Serum:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.4 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: B.LAB Ji-Chi Hydro Boost Layer Serum has a moisturizing rating of 5.4 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.8 out of 10 and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Butylene Glycol (est. ≈6.0%) and Glycerin (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, B.LAB Ji-Chi Hydro Boost Layer Serum has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Centella Asiatica Extract, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Centella Asiatica Extract 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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
Water
6
Butylene Glycol
4
1,2-Hexanediol
3
Glycerin
2
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
1.5
Ethylhexylglycerin
1.3
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Carbomer
0.3
PVM/MA Copolymer
0.3
Hydrogenated Polydecene
0.3
Isostearyl Isostearate
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract
0.3
Laminaria Japonica Extract
0.3
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
0.3
Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract
0.3
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
0.3
Isononyl Isononanoate
0.3
Sodium Guaiazulene Sulfonate
0.3
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
0.3
Dextrin
0.3
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract
0.3
Vinegar Extract
0.3
Cetearyl Alcohol
0.3
Hydrogenated Lecithin
0.3
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
0.3
Palmitic Acid
0.3
Stearic Acid
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
0.3
Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract
0.3
Ceramide NP
0.3
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
0.3
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
0.3
Squalane
0.3
Polyquaternium-51
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Water
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Butylene Glycol
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Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
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Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
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Disodium EDTA
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Carbomer
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Hydrogenated Polydecene
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Isostearyl Isostearate
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
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Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
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Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract
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Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
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Isononyl Isononanoate
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Sodium Guaiazulene Sulfonate
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Hydrogenated Lecithin
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Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
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Palmitic Acid
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Stearic Acid
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Centella Asiatica Extract
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Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract
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Ceramide NP
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
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Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
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Ratings

All humectants
12.0
6
3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 12.0 10
10.0
6
3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 1.5 20
0.8
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 12.0 10
10
All humectants
12.0
6
3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 1.5 20
0.8
All occlusives
1.5
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
Centella Asiatica Extract
-
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
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 2.1 3 No
All antioxidants
2.1
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
0.3
Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract
0.3
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
0.3
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 1.2 5 No
All soothing
1.2
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.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %6
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.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %4
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.
Glycerin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateDescription is coming soon
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %1.5
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.
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root ExtractDescription is coming soon
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.
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.

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.
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.
PVM/MA Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PVM/MA CopolymerDescription is coming soon
Hydrogenated Polydecene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PolydeceneA clear, colorless, highly viscous liquid that commonly serves as an emollient. This rich emollient is on the heavier side but provides a smooth sensorial profile upon application.
Isostearyl Isostearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Isostearyl IsostearateA synthetic ingredient that softens the appearance of skin and can suspend small particles.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractDerived from Aloe vera leaves, this moisturizing humectant, soothing, and antioxidant extract is commonly used in products targeting eczema, sunburn, or dermatitis. It soothes the skin and reduces the signs of inflammation and sensitivity.
Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dioscorea Japonica Root ExtractDescription is coming soon
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Laminaria Japonica ExtractDerived from a species of edible seaweed, this extract contains many different moisturizing and gel-forming polysaccharides.
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ulmus Davidiana Root ExtractDerived from the root of an elm tree known as David, this soothing and antioxidant extract has been shown to have humectant moisturizing benefits that are similar to hyaluronic acid’s.
Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Viola Mandshurica Flower ExtractDescription is coming soon
Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-2 StearateDescription is coming soon
Isononyl Isononanoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Isononyl IsononanoateAn ester of a branched fatty acid with a branched fatty alcohol. It is an easily spreadable emollient that has a silky, dry, non-greasy feel on the skin.
Sodium Guaiazulene Sulfonate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Guaiazulene SulfonateDescription is coming soon
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-10 StearateA naturally-derived or synthetically produced mild emulsifier.
Dextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DextrinA partially hydrolyzed potato starch, most commonly used as a viscosity controlling and binding agent. When dispersed into water, it can create textures ranging from a thick paste to a soft gel.
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed ExtractA cocoa beans extract that contains caffeine and astringent and antioxidant flavonols and tannins.
Vinegar Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vinegar ExtractDescription is coming soon
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
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.
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated LecithinA version of plain lecithin that has been saturated with hydrogen atoms. This ingredient can be derived from plants, like soy or sunflower, from egg yolks, or made synthetically. Its major function is to emulsify water and oils.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Stearoyl GlutamateA useful ingredient for both cleansing and emulsifying purposes. It is a powerful agent for washing away dirt and oils from the skin.
Palmitic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitic AcidA saturated fatty acid used in skincare as a strongly occlusive moisturizer and barrier repairing, emollient ingredient. It is a waxy-looking, white solid. Palmitic acid can be commonly found in animal and vegetable fats, notably palm oil.
Stearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Stearic AcidA saturated fatty acid found in vegetable butter and animal fats. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient and also helps to maintain the barrier function of the skin.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Centella Asiatica ExtractAn extract from the leaves of the Gotu kola. It is used in skincare for its antioxidant, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties. It increases the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin.
Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit ExtractA humectant and emollient extract derived from fig fruits. It contains a variety of good phytochemicals such as phenolic acids, flavonoids, and tannins.
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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.
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PhosphatidylcholineDescription is coming soon
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.
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.
Polyquaternium-51
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyquaternium-51A biocompatible phospholipid copolymer that is designed to mimic the lipid-based cell membrane found in human skin. Its main function is as a humectant moisturizer.