Kneipp

Joint & Muscle Arnica Active Gel

Joint & Muscle Arnica Active Gel
2.6

/ 10

Is it right for me?

Moisturizing

5.3Humectancy0.0Occlusivity

Overview

How moisturizing is it? Slightly moisturizing. Kneipp Joint & Muscle Arnica Active Gel has a moisturizing rating of 2.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Purely humectant. It has a moderate Humectancy of 5.3 out of 10 and zero Occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusives on the ingredient list).
Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

  • SULFATE-FREE
  • NON-COMEDOGENIC
  • PHTHALATE-FREE
  • SILICONE-FREE
  • PARABEN-FREE

Score
IngredientOriginFunctions
75
WaterNaturally occurringFormula Helper
7.5
AlcoholBotanical,SyntheticAntimicrobial,Astringent,Fragrance,Formula Helper
5
PanthenolSyntheticMoisturizing (humectant),Soothing,Barrier repair,Formula Helper
3
MentholBotanical,SyntheticSoothing,Fragrance,Flavor,Refreshing,Formula Helper
2.5
Arnica Montana Flower ExtractBotanicalFragrance
2
Pinus Mugo Leaf OilBotanicalFragrance
1.5
Pinus Sylvestris Leaf OilBotanicalFragrance
1.3
CamphorBotanical,SyntheticSoothing,Fragrance,Formula Helper
1
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf OilBotanicalAntioxidant,Fragrance,Formula Helper
0.3
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf OilBotanicalAntimicrobial,Fragrance
0.3
Abies Sibirica OilBotanicalFragrance
0.3
Backhousia Citriodora Leaf OilBotanicalFragrance,Flavor

Ingredients explained

Score

75

Function

Solvent

Origin

Naturally occurring

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.
Score

7.5

Function

Antimicrobial, Astringent, Fragrance, Antifoaming, Solvent, Viscosity controlling

Origin

Botanical,Synthetic

An effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.
Score

5

Function

Moisturizing (humectant), Soothing, Barrier repair, Antistatic, Solvent

Origin

Synthetic

A popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Score

3

Function

Soothing, Fragrance, Flavor, Refreshing, Denaturant

Origin

Botanical,Synthetic

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.
Score

2.5

Function

Fragrance

Origin

Botanical

An extract derived from the flower heads of the mountain arnica plant. This plant is used as herbal medicine to treat wounds, bruises, and inflammation. In skincare, however, it is mostly added for fragrance purposes due to its pleasant pine and sage odor.

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