fresh Creme Ancienne

fresh Creme Ancienne
8.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
6.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Does fresh Creme Ancienne work?

Based on the ingredient list analysis by CreamScan AI, these are the key benefits you can expect from using fresh Creme Ancienne:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 8.0 out of 10.

Well-suited moisturizer for dry to very dry skin

According to CreamScan analysis, fresh Creme Ancienne is intensely moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 8.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a high humectancy of 6.0 out of 10, solely because of the significant content of Pentylene Glycol (est. ≈6.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil (est. ≈50.0%) and Beeswax (est. ≈11.0%).

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 fresh Creme Ancienne 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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
22
11
6
4
2
1.9
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.15
Est. %
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
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Water
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Beeswax
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Pentylene Glycol
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract
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Rosa Damascena Flower Water
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Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
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Ormenis Multicaulis Flower Wax
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Tocopherol
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Sodium Carbonate
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Limonene
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Citronellol
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Geraniol
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Citral
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Ratings

All humectants
6.0
6
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
65.6
50.0
11.0
4.0
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
8.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 6 10
6.0
6
Occlusivity All occlusives 65.6 20
10.0
50.0
11.0
4.0
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
8.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
All humectants 6 10
6
All humectants
6.0
6
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
50
11
4
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 65.6 20
10.0
All occlusives
65.6
50.0
11.0
4.0
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
All antioxidants 0.3 3 No
All antioxidants
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1
All soothing 1 5 No
All soothing
1
1
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Est. %50
Function
Origin
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from the seeds of meadowfoam. It is used in skincare as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient that leaves the skin feeling soft and silky after application.
Water
Est. %22
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.
Beeswax
Est. %11
Function
Origin
BeeswaxA waxy substance made by bees while they are building their honeycombs. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient with wound healing and antimicrobial properties similar to those of honey. Its bleached, purified form is called Cera alba.
Pentylene Glycol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Est. %4
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.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
Est. %2
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.

Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract
Est. %1.9
Function
Origin
Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Rosa Damascena Flower WaterA fragrant water that is leftover after the steam distillation of Damask rose petals. During this process, the essential oil floats to the surface of the water and is collected. The leftover water has a fresh, rosy scent.
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Anthemis Nobilis Flower OilDistilled from the flowers of Roman chamomile, this fragrant essential oil is mainly constituted of esters of angelic and tiglic acid, which give it a sweet, crisp, fruity, and herbaceous scent.
Ormenis Multicaulis Flower Wax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ormenis Multicaulis Flower Wax
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.

Sodium Carbonate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Carbonate
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Limonene

One of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.

Citronellol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citronellol

A fragrant compound found naturally in many essential oils (mainly lemongrass). It can have a lemon or a rose scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citronellol, or at least do a patch test before using it.

Geraniol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Geraniol

A fragrant, volatile, plant-based, liquid chemical that can be naturally found in many essential oils (specifically rose, palmarosa, citronella). It has a rose-like scent. It is a potential irritant and may cause an allergic reaction in some people.

Citral
Est. %0.15
Function
Origin
Citral

A fragrant compound found in many essential oils (especially lemon myrtle and lemongrass essential oil). It has a sweet, lemon-like scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citral, or at least do a patch test before using.