Dirty Works Beauty Shea You Care Body Butter

Dirty Works Beauty Shea You Care Body Butter
8.5
/ 10
Moisturizing
7.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Does Dirty Works Beauty Shea You Care Body Butter work?

Based on the ingredient list analysis by CreamScan AI, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Dirty Works Beauty Shea You Care Body Butter:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 8.5 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Well-suited moisturizer for dry to very dry skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Dirty Works Beauty Shea You Care Body Butter is intensely moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 8.5 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a high humectancy of 7.0 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈6.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (est. ≈22.0%).

This type of moisturizer is well-suited for people with dry to very dry skin who want intense hydration. It combines a significant concentration of humectants with an exceptional level of occlusive ingredients to provide effective dual-action moisturizing specifically for dry skin.

The occlusive profile of Dirty Works Beauty Shea You Care Body Butter suggests a rich, thick texture, making it perfectly suited for dry skin.

However, people with dry skin would definitely benefit from adding more humectants to their moisturizing routine beyond what this product offers. If this is your only moisturizer, it may be worth including a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.

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

Rich in skin-protecting antioxidants

We estimate that Dirty Works Beauty Shea You Care Body Butter is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (est. ≈22.0%).

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
45
22
11
6
4
1
1
1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Cetearyl Alcohol
Function:
Origin:
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Function:
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Glyceryl Stearate
Function:
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Glycerin
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Isopropyl Myristate
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Fragrance
Function:
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Phenoxyethanol
Function:
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Sodium Polyacrylate
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Allantoin
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Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Function:
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Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Function:
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Tocopheryl Acetate
Function:
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2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol
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Xanthan Gum
Function:
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
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Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Function:
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Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Function:
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Artemisia Pallens Herb Oil
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Cistus Ladaniferus Oil
Function:
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Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Leaf/Twig Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Expressed
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Extract
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Water
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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Ratings

All humectants
7.0
6
1
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
23.2
22.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
8.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 7 10
7.0
6
1
Occlusivity All occlusives 23.2 20
10.0
22.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
8.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
1
All humectants 7 10
7
All humectants
7.0
6
1
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
22
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 23.2 20
10.0
All occlusives
23.2
22.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
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
22
0.3
All antioxidants 22.3 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
22.3
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
22
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1
All soothing 1 5 No
All soothing
1
1
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %45
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.
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Glycine Soja (Soybean) OilAn occlusive moisturizing oil expressed from soybeans. It does not leave an oily feeling on the skin due to its low content of saturated fatty acids. Glycine soja oil contains emollient fatty acids and a significant amount of antioxidants.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %11
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.
Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Isopropyl Myristate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Isopropyl MyristateA fast-spreading, cost-effective, non-greasy emollient that is typically used for lubrication, spreadability, or to remove “tackiness” from a product. Isopropyl Myristate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Fragrance
Est. %1
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.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %1
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.
Sodium Polyacrylate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Sodium PolyacrylateThis white powder is primarily used as a viscosity controlling agent. It is added to the water phase, which then thickens to form a clear gel. Sodium polyacrylate can also serve as an emollient, absorbent, and emulsion stabilizer.
Allantoin
Est. %1
Function
Origin
AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from macadamia nuts. It is clear and pale yellow with a pleasant nutty aroma and contains oleic and palmitoleic fatty acids, tocopherols, phytosterols, squalene, and polyphenols.
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.
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.

2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol
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.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) ButterA semi-solid, buttery fat extracted from the seeds of the Shea tree that is a wonderful occlusive and emollient ingredient mainly comprised of fatty acids. Shea butter contains a large amount of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds.
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) OilAn emollient and occlusive oil derived from sweet almonds. It has a favorable fatty acid composition (mainly oleic and linoleic acids), and a high content of vitamin E. Almond oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed ButterAlso known as cocoa seed butter, it is a popular emollient and occlusive moisturizer. Skincare products with cocoa butter as their main ingredient have a sweet, chocolatey scent. Cocoa butter is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Artemisia Pallens Herb Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Artemisia Pallens Herb Oil
Cistus Ladaniferus Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cistus Ladaniferus Oil
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil

A fragrant essential oil extracted from lime peels that is mostly comprised of limonene, pinene, terpinene, and terpineol - which give off a sweet citrusy scent.

Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil

A fragrant essential neroli oil distilled from the flowers of the bitter orange tree. It has a rich, orange-floral scent with fresh and spicy notes.

Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Leaf/Twig Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Leaf/Twig Oil
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Oil

A fragrant essential oil obtained from bitter orange fruit peels that almost exclusively consists of limonene. It has a sweet, fresh, citrus scent.

Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Expressed
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Expressed
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Extract
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Water
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil

A fragrant essential oil extracted from the rind or peel of a lemon. It is mainly comprised of limonene (up to 70%) and has a fresh, citrusy scent. Lemon peel oil may cause a sun-induced skin rash in people with a sensitivity towards citrus fruits.