Costa Brazil Body Cream

Costa Brazil Body Cream
9.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
8.3 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
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Review

Results you may expect from using Costa Brazil Body Cream:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Costa Brazil Body Cream:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 9.2 out of 10.
  • Soothing: Costa Brazil Body Cream contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Intensely moisturizing: Costa Brazil Body Cream has a moisturizing rating of 9.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Aloe Barbadensis Extract (est. ≈65.0%) and Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Water (est. ≈2.5%), and a very high occlusivity of 8.3 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter (est. ≈6.0%) and Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil (est. ≈4.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Costa Brazil Body Cream has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Costa Brazil Body Cream is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Aloe Barbadensis Extract (est. ≈65.0%).

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.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Costa Brazil Body Cream is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Aloe Barbadensis Extract (est. ≈65.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Ingredients

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
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Ratings

All humectants
68.7
65
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
16.6
6.0
4.0
3.0
2.0
1.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
9.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 68.7 10
10.0
65
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 16.6 20
8.3
6.0
4.0
3.0
2.0
1.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
9.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
65
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 68.7 10
10
All humectants
68.7
65
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
4
3
2
1.3
0.3
All occlusives 16.6 20
8.3
All occlusives
16.6
6.0
4.0
3.0
2.0
1.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Gluconolactone
-
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
65
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 65.9 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
65.9
Aloe Barbadensis Extract
65
Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
65
0.3
All soothing 10 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
10
65
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Aloe Barbadensis Extract
Est. %65
Function
Origin
An antioxidant extract from the gelatinous pulp of Aloe vera leaves with humectant moisturizing polysaccharide mucilage. It is suitable for irritated or eczema-prone skin.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Est. %9
Function
Origin
An emulsifier, where the SE stands for self-emulsifying. Emulsions containing glyceryl stearate SE often impart a smooth, velvety feel upon the skin.
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Est. %6
Function
Origin
A butter-like, occlusive moisturizing, and emollient fatty oil extracted from the seeds of Murumuru palm. It consists mainly of lauric and myristic acid, as well as smaller amounts of oleic acid.
Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Lecythis Minor Seed Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Water
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Water
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
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.
Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Oil
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A rare and expensive fragrant essential oil obtained from the Brazilian rosewood.
Propanediol Dicaprylate/Caprate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A 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.
Lauryl Laurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lauryl laurate is an ester of lauryl alcohol and lauric acid. It is used in skincare products as an emollient and also helps to stabilize the emulsions in creams and lotions (which makes them a bit more opaque).
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An 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.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin

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

Gluconolactone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A PHA derived from glucose. It has exfoliating and humectant properties and acts as a penetration enhancer for other ingredients. It has also been shown to assist in the treatment of acne and the prevention of photoaging.
Protium Heptaphyllum Resin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Sclerotium Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A thickener with a silky, velvety feel that many manufacturers use as an alternative to silicones.
Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An extract obtained from the berry pulp of the camu camu bushy tree, which boasts a uniquely high concentration of vitamin C. The extract also contains emollient fatty acids and moisturizing amino acids.
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Similar to coconut milk or water, this fragrant extract has a sweet, coconut scent and contains a beneficial mixture of sugars, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. It is used as an emollient ingredient in skincare due to its content of lipids and fatty acids.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin

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.

Anadenanthera Colubrina Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon

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