Gold Bond Medicated Rapid Relief Anti-Itch Cream

Gold Bond Medicated Rapid Relief Anti-Itch Cream
9.3
/ 10
Moisturizing
9.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
9.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
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Review

Results you may expect from using Gold Bond Medicated Rapid Relief Anti-Itch Cream:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Gold Bond Medicated Rapid Relief Anti-Itch Cream:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 9.3 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Intensely moisturizing: Gold Bond Medicated Rapid Relief Anti-Itch Cream has a moisturizing rating of 9.3 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product has relatively comparable levels of humectancy and occlusivity: a very high humectancy of 9.0 out of 10, entirely due to the substantial concentration of Propylene Glycol (est. ≈6.0%) and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈3.0%), and a very high occlusivity of 9.6 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Petrolatum (est. ≈9.0%).

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Gold Bond Medicated Rapid Relief Anti-Itch Cream is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈3.0%).

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
65
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6
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1.5
1.3
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Ratings

All humectants
9.0
6
3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
19.3
9.0 x 2
1.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
9.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 9 10
9.0
6
3
Occlusivity All occlusives 19.3 20
9.6
9.0 x 2
1.3
Moisturizing rating
9.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
3
All humectants 9 10
9
All humectants
9.0
6
3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
9 x 2
1.3
All occlusives 19.3 20
9.6
All occlusives
19.3
9.0 x 2
1.3
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
3
0.3
All antioxidants 3.3 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
3.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
3
1
0.3
All soothing 4.3 5 No
All soothing
4.3
3
1
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
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.
Petrolatum
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Also known as Vaseline, this is the most powerful occlusive moisturizer and at least twice as effective as other occlusives. This is why we multiply the petrolatum score by 2 when calculating the Occlusivity of the product. Petrolatum is not comedogenic.
Propylene Glycol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
A clear, thick, odorless liquid of synthetic origin. Its main function is to stabilize cosmetic products exposed to varying temperatures. It is also a moderately strong humectant with similar properties to glycerin.
Stearyl Alcohol
Est. %4
Function
Origin
A natural fatty alcohol that thickens, stabilizes, and keeps emulsions a bright white color. It has many uses, the main one being as an emulsifier. It also acts as an opacifying agent and emollient.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %3
Function
Origin
A gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Triethanolamine
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
A clear, colorless, and highly viscous liquid, this ingredient is an excellent pH adjuster. When it is necessary to neutralize an acidic solution or to generally increase the pH of a product, triethanolamine is a common choice.
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Est. %2
Function
Origin
A synthetic polymer that can come in various forms and is often used to create light gel-like textures. Some versions can also create a light film on the skin.
Steareth-21
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
One of several emulsifiers in the 'steareth' group that helps oils and water mix, especially in highly acidic emulsions. It also offers a cleansing effect to the skin.
Mineral Oil
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Also known as liquid paraffin, it is an amazing moisturizer (the second most occlusive one after Petrolatum). It is also an excellent emollient that fills the micro-cracks on the surface of the skin, making it appear smoother. Mineral oil is considered safe.
Menthol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A volatile compound isolated from peppermint oil. It causes a cooling sensation on the skin that can be very soothing. Menthol can also act as a topical painkiller. In more sensitive individuals, however, it may cause skin irritation or an allergy.
Pramoxine HCl
Est. %1
Function
Origin
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Steareth-2
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A waxy, naturally derived or synthetic emulsifier that can handle extreme formula conditions such as a low pH. It offers emulsifying properties to a formula by helping oils and water to mix.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Thymol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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Eucalyptol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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Methyl Salicylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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PPG-1 Trideceth-6
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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Diazolidinyl Urea
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A synthetic preservative that is effective against most common bacteria. It is not considered broad-spectrum because it does not act against any type of yeast or mold. It is therefore commonly paired with antifungal preservatives.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A highly effective preservative against fungi, specifically mold and yeast. It is cost-effective, functions at very low levels, and also provides some protection against bacteria.