Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream

Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream
6.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
3.1 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.6 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream has a moisturizing rating of 6.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈9.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 3.1 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
55
Water
9
Glycerin
6
Dipropylene Glycol
4
Cetearyl Alcohol
3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
2.5
Methyl Trimethicone
2
Hydrogenated Polydecene
1.5
1,2-Hexanediol
1.3
Phenyl Trimethicone
1
Vegetable Oil
0.3
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
0.3
Glyceryl Stearate SE
0.3
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
0.3
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
0.3
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Fruit Extract
0.3
Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract
0.3
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
0.3
Paeonia Albiflora Flower Extract
0.3
Hydrogenated Lecithin
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Cetearyl Olivate
0.3
Palmitic Acid
0.3
Sorbitan Olivate
0.3
C12-16 Alcohols
0.3
Behenyl Alcohol
0.3
Stearic Acid
0.3
Microcrystalline Cellulose
0.3
Cetearyl Glucoside
0.3
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
0.3
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
0.3
Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
0.3
Cellulose Gum
0.3
Cholesterol
0.3
Ceramide NP
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Glyceryl Stearate
0.3
Methylpropanediol
0.3
Maltodextrin
0.3
Guaiazulene
0.3
Ceramide AS
0.3
Ceramide AP
0.3
Arginine
0.3
Carbomer
0.3
Ceramide NS
0.3
Ceramide NG
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
0.3
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Potassium Hyaluronate
0.3
Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
0.3
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol
0.3
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
0.3
Ceramide EOP
Est. %
Water
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Glycerin
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Dipropylene Glycol
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Methyl Trimethicone
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Hydrogenated Polydecene
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Phenyl Trimethicone
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Vegetable Oil
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Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
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Glyceryl Stearate SE
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Coptis Japonica Root Extract
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Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
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Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Fruit Extract
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Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract
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Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
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Paeonia Albiflora Flower Extract
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Hydrogenated Lecithin
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Cetearyl Olivate
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Palmitic Acid
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Sorbitan Olivate
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C12-16 Alcohols
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Behenyl Alcohol
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Stearic Acid
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Microcrystalline Cellulose
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Cetearyl Glucoside
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Butylene Glycol
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
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Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
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Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
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Cellulose Gum
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Cholesterol
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Ceramide NP
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Disodium EDTA
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Methylpropanediol
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Maltodextrin
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Guaiazulene
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Ceramide AS
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Ceramide AP
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Arginine
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Carbomer
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Ceramide NS
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Ceramide NG
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Tocopherol
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Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
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Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
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Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
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Potassium Hyaluronate
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Hyaluronic Acid
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Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
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Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
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Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol
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Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
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Ratings

All humectants
12.9
9
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
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
6.2
3.0
1.3
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 12.9 10
10.0
9
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
Occlusivity All occlusives 6.2 20
3.1
3.0
1.3
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
6.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
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
All humectants 12.9 10
10
All humectants
12.9
9
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
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
3
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 6.2 20
3.1
All occlusives
6.2
3.0
1.3
1.0
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
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 1.8 3 No
All antioxidants
1.8
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.6 5 No
All soothing
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %55
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.
Glycerin
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Dipropylene Glycol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Dipropylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid that has several uses. One of its main functions is as a solvent. Dipropylene glycol is also used to reduce the thickness of skincare products.
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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Methyl Trimethicone
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Methyl TrimethiconeA lightweight and volatile silicone known for its excellent solvency. This silicone has a silky, cushiony feel with excellent lubricity and is commonly used as an emollient in silicone-based skincare products.
Hydrogenated Polydecene
Est. %2
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.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %1.5
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.
Phenyl Trimethicone
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Phenyl TrimethiconeA silicone fluid that is used as an occlusive moisturizer. It applies smoothly to the skin and reduces the tack associated with organic oils.
Vegetable Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Vegetable OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil obtained from various plant sources. It consists mainly of triglycerides and saturated or unsaturated fatty acids.
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerThis ingredient can refer to several kinds of dimethicone crosspolymers. Like other silicones, it makes products feel slippery and non-greasy but can also increase the thickness or improve the water-resistance of a formula.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl Stearate SEAn emulsifier, where the SE stands for self-emulsifying. Emulsions containing glyceryl stearate SE often impart a smooth, velvety feel upon the skin.
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coptis Japonica Root ExtractDescription is coming soon
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Artemisia Princeps Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Fruit ExtractDescription is coming soon
Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida ExtractDescription is coming soon
Paeonia Albiflora Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Paeonia Albiflora Flower ExtractDescription is coming soon
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 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.

Cetearyl Olivate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetearyl Olivate

A multifunctional ingredient derived from plants that primarily serves as an emulsifier. Supplied as a waxy ivory-colored flake, it can also be used as an emollient and slip modifier that gives a product an overall light, silky finish.

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.
Sorbitan Olivate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan OlivateAn ester of sorbitol (a type of sugar alcohol) and olive oil fatty acids. It is used as an emulsifying agent to stabilize oil droplets in water (or vice versa).
C12-16 Alcohols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C12-16 AlcoholsA naturally-derived or synthetic ingredient that provides body and cream-like texture to products. This is not a drying alcohol, in fact it can provide a softening effect to the skin.
Behenyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Behenyl AlcoholA fatty alcohol with emollient properties. It is used as a co-emulsifier and thickener and tends to result in a product with a smooth and creamy application texture.
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.
Microcrystalline Cellulose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Microcrystalline CelluloseA plant-based ingredient derived from cellulose. The rough version of microcrystalline cellulose is used in scrubs instead of plastic microbeads and the finer version is used as a thickener and stabilizer and readily absorbs oil and sweat.
Cetearyl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetearyl GlucosideAn emulsifier that creates stable mixtures of oil in water that feel soft and spread easily. Cetearyl glucoside is sold with cetearyl alcohol as an emulsifier blend and also provides some body to the formula.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
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.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
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.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerA polymeric ingredient that creates lightweight and refreshing gel textures. It also works as a viscosity controlling agent.
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-10 MyristateA solubilizer that can help incorporate small amounts of oil to an otherwise watery product while providing lightweight skin feel.
Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl PolymethacrylateA synthetic polymer that is typically used as a viscosity modifier. Its benefits include a light after-feel on the skin and soft film, which is why it is frequently used in serums. It can form transparent gels and suspend some oils and particulates.
Cellulose Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cellulose GumA polymer that is derived from its namesake, cellulose, which is plant-based. It has many formula-helper benefits, including thickening and product stabilization.
Cholesterol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CholesterolAn emollient and important barrier repairing lipid, effective when combined with fatty acids and ceramides. Around 25% of the skin’s lipid layer is made up of cholesterol and it is found in the membrane of every single cell in our body.
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.
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.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %0.3
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.
Methylpropanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MethylpropanediolMethylpropanediol is a unique glycol that contains two primary hydroxyl groups. That makes methylpropanediol a powerful humectant and an excellent solvent.
Maltodextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MaltodextrinA formula helper manufactured from starch. It has a sweet flavor and is often used in rinse-off products to support their foaming structure. Maltodextrin is also used to stabilize emulsions and to absorb and bind other ingredients in the formula.
Guaiazulene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GuaiazuleneDescription is coming soon
Ceramide AS
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide ASDescription is coming soon
Ceramide AP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide APPreviously called Ceramide 6 II, Ceramide AP is one of the most common ceramides in the skin. Research has shown that dry, flaky skin has significantly less Ceramide AP. Its application helps to treat dry skin by restoring balance in the skin lipids.
Arginine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ArginineA humectant amino acid used to attract water to the skin’s surface. It is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Arginine can also be used as a pH adjuster.
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.
Ceramide NS
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NSA wax-like lipid natural to the skin’s lipid matrix. It is less frequently used but, in combination with other ceramides, can help to restore balance in the skin’s lipid barrier.
Ceramide NG
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NGA lipid that is mainly found on scalp skin and that helps with the barrier repair. It is one of the less popular ceramides and is usually used in combination with other ceramides for better barrier repair properties.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

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.

Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethylsilanol HyaluronateDescription is coming soon
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Sodium HyaluronateA very small-molecule version of regular sodium hyaluronate. It is a powerful humectant skin-identical ingredient that absorbs into the skin and offers plumping, smoothing, and anti-wrinkle effects.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidA smaller-molecule version of the regular hyaluronic acid. It is a powerful humectant that absorbs into the skin and offers moisturizing, smoothing, and anti-wrinkle effects. It is also slightly anti-inflammatory and displays subtle antioxidant properties.
Potassium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium HyaluronateDescription is coming soon
Hyaluronic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hyaluronic Acid

A potent, skin-identical humectant moisturizing ingredient that is able to bind water 1000 times its own weight. The anti-aging benefits of hyaluronic acid are due to its ability to stimulate the synthesis of collagen in the skin.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerA modified version of regular hyaluronic acid. It attracts large volumes of water, thereby making it an effective humectant moisturizing ingredient.
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxypropyltrimonium HyaluronateDescription is coming soon
Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate DimethylsilanolDescription is coming soon
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Acetylated HyaluronateA chemically modified version of hyaluronic acid. It is more stable and less sticky than regular HA, while still providing the same humectant moisturizing properties (according to the manufacturer). There have been no clinical studies to confirm this.
Ceramide EOP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide EOPFormerly called Ceramide 1, this ingredient is a skin-identical wax-like lipid with an ultra-long fatty acid chain. It restores and stabilizes the skin’s lipid matrix and helps to treat dry and flaky skin, especially when combined with other ceramides.