Betaplex Fresh Complexion Mist

3.0
/ 10

Moisturizing

6.0Humectancy0.0Occlusivity

Overview

How moisturizing is it? Quite moisturizing. Cellex-C Betaplex Fresh Complexion Mist has a moisturizing rating of 3.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Purely humectant. It has a high Humectancy of 6.0 out of 10 and zero Occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusives on the ingredient list).
Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

SULFATE-FREE
NON-COMEDOGENIC
PHTHALATE-FREE
SILICONE-FREE

Score	Ingredient	Origin	Functions
80	Water	Naturally occurring	Formula Helper
6	Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water	Botanical	Soothing,Astringent
4	Glycerin	Botanical, Synthetic, Animal	Moisturizing (humectant),Soothing,Emollient,Fragrance,Formula Helper
3	Alcohol	Botanical, Synthetic	Antimicrobial,Astringent,Fragrance,Formula Helper
2	Lactic Acid	Botanical, Synthetic, Animal	Moisturizing (humectant),Exfoliant,Anti-pigmentation,Fragrance,Formula Helper
1.5	Malic Acid	Synthetic	Exfoliant,Fragrance,Formula Helper
1.3	Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract	Botanical	Exfoliant,Soothing,Astringent
1	Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Extract	Botanical	Soothing,Emollient
0.3	Equisetum Arvense Extract	Botanical	Antioxidant,Soothing,Astringent
0.3	Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil	Botanical	Fragrance
0.3	Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil	Botanical	Fragrance,Refreshing,Formula Helper
0.3	Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Oil	Botanical	Antimicrobial,Fragrance

Ingredients explained

Water

Score

Function

Solvent

Origin

Naturally occurring

The 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.

Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water

Score

Function

Soothing, Astringent

Origin

Botanical

A fragrant, astringent essential water obtained by steeping and distilling the twigs and leaves of the witch hazel plant. It leaves the skin feeling tight and refreshed after application and helps with the healing of small cuts on the skin.

Glycerin

Score

Function

Moisturizing (humectant), Soothing, Emollient, Fragrance, Denaturant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling

Origin

Botanical, Synthetic, Animal

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective. Glycerin also has soothing and anti-irritant properties and is considered to be very safe for use.

Alcohol

Score

Function

Antimicrobial, Astringent, Fragrance, Antifoaming, Solvent, Viscosity controlling

Origin

Botanical, Synthetic

An effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.

Lactic Acid

Score

Function

Moisturizing (humectant), Exfoliant, Anti-pigmentation, Fragrance, Ph adjuster

Origin

Botanical, Synthetic, Animal

The most popular AHA in skincare and less irritating than glycolic acid. It can be naturally found in sour milk. It is a humectant moisturizing, pH stabilizing, and gently exfoliating ingredient, able to soften dry, cracked, and peeling skin.