Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis + Ferulic Acid Perfecting Face Cream

Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis + Ferulic Acid Perfecting Face Cream
5.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.1 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis + Ferulic Acid Perfecting Face Cream:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis + Ferulic Acid Perfecting Face Cream:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.6 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis + Ferulic Acid Perfecting Face Cream has a moisturizing rating of 5.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.1 out of 10 and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Propanediol (est. ≈9.0%) and Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis + Ferulic Acid Perfecting Face Cream has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Adenosine and Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, two ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do 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 Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis + Ferulic Acid Perfecting Face Cream is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Oryzanol (est. ≈1.5%), Propolis Extract (est. ≈0.3%), Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (est. ≈0.3%), and others.

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
Water
9
Propanediol
6
Corn Starch Modified
4
Glycerin
3
Propylheptyl Caprylate
2
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
1.9
C10-18 Triglycerides
1.5
Oryzanol
1.3
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
1
Zinc Gluconate
0.3
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
0.3
Sodium Citrate
0.3
Salicylic Acid
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Propolis Extract
0.3
Propylene Glycol
0.3
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
Adenosine
0.3
Aminoethanesulfinic Acid
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Carnosine
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Disodium Adenosine Triphosphate
0.3
Laminaria Digitata Extract
0.3
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
0.3
Caviar Water
Est. %
Water
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Glycerin
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Propylheptyl Caprylate
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Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
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C10-18 Triglycerides
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Oryzanol
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Sorbitan Sesquioleate
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Zinc Gluconate
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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
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Sodium Citrate
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Salicylic Acid
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Xanthan Gum
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Propolis Extract
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Propylene Glycol
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Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
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Adenosine
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Aminoethanesulfinic Acid
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Carnosine
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Tocopherol
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Disodium Adenosine Triphosphate
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Laminaria Digitata Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
14.2
9
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
2.2
1.9
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 14.2 10
10.0
9
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 2.2 20
1.1
1.9
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 14.2 10
10
All humectants
14.2
9
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1.9
0.3
All occlusives 2.2 20
1.1
All occlusives
2.2
1.9
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Adenosine
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
-
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
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 3.3 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
3.3
Oryzanol
1.5
Propolis Extract
0.3
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
Aminoethanesulfinic Acid
0.3
Carnosine
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Laminaria Digitata Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1
0.3
0.3
All soothing 1.6 5 No
All soothing
1.6
1
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
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.
Propanediol
Est. %9
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Corn Starch Modified
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Corn Starch ModifiedDescription is coming soon
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Propylheptyl Caprylate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Propylheptyl CaprylateDescription is coming soon
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerA polymeric ingredient that creates lightweight and refreshing gel textures. It also works as a viscosity controlling agent.
C10-18 Triglycerides
Est. %1.9
Function
Origin
C10-18 TriglyceridesAn occlusive ingredient that helps lock in moisture. It provides a soft, smooth feel and melts at body temperature.
Oryzanol
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
OryzanolIsolated from rice bran oil, it is an antioxidant mixture of various bioactive compounds, mainly esters of ferulic acid along with different sterols.
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan SesquioleateA natural liquid ingredient that is yellow to amber in color and completely transparent. It supports oil and water mixtures and disperses minerals into oils.
Zinc Gluconate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Zinc GluconateOne of the most commonly used ingredients in anti-acne products. It is an organic salt of zinc that helps to combat microbial infections, soothes and heals inflamed pimples, and regulates hormones in the skin.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic ingredient that is used to thicken water and alcohol. It results in a more lightweight formula and is commonly found in gel products.
Sodium Citrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium CitrateA salt of citric acid that has a salty and tart flavor and is used as a fragrance. It is mildly basic, meaning that its addition to a skincare product can adjust the pH upward.
Salicylic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salicylic AcidThis effective peeling and anti-inflammatory BHA is used as an anti-acne agent and works by breaking down the junctions between dead skin cells. This results in the peeling of dead skin and the unclogging of pores.
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.
Propolis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Propolis ExtractA famous bee product that has traditionally been used to treat inflammation and wounds. The extract is soothing and promotes skin healing.
Propylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Propylene GlycolA 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.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateAn antioxidant that protects vulnerable ingredients from the damage caused by ultraviolet radiation, which can also lead to the generation of damaging free radical species.
Adenosine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Adenosine

A key molecule responsible for energy transportation, signaling, and enzyme activity. Adenosine is a popular anti-wrinkle ingredient, however, the key study about its anti-wrinkle efficacy (1) does not meet CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards as it is not double-blind.

Aminoethanesulfinic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aminoethanesulfinic AcidDescription is coming soon
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn 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.
Carnosine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CarnosineA skin-identical dipeptide that acts as a powerful antioxidant. It protects our skin from harmful glycation and can enhance the activity of other active ingredients in the skincare product.
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.

Disodium Adenosine Triphosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium Adenosine TriphosphateDescription is coming soon
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Laminaria Digitata ExtractAn antioxidant extract obtained from an edible brown seaweed called oarweed. It contains many humectant and gelling polysaccharides, as well as beneficial minerals.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

A small synthetic peptide that is thought to act similarly to Botox by calming contractions of the facial muscles and reducing expression wrinkles. The effect is only temporary and it does not improve the skin structure in any way.

Caviar Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caviar WaterDescription is coming soon