Merle Norman Moisture Emulsion

Merle Norman Moisture Emulsion
6.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
6.3 Humectancy icon Humectancy
6.8 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Merle Norman Moisture Emulsion:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Merle Norman Moisture Emulsion:

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

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Merle Norman Moisture Emulsion has a moisturizing rating of 6.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product has relatively comparable levels of humectancy and occlusivity: a high humectancy of 6.3 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Propylene Glycol (est. ≈6.0%), and a high occlusivity of 6.8 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Mineral Oil (est. ≈9.0%) and Acetylated Lanolin (est. ≈4.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Mineral Oil
6
Propylene Glycol
4
Acetylated Lanolin
3
Cetyl Alcohol
2.5
Myristyl Lactate
2
Myristyl Alcohol
1.5
Laneth-16
1.3
Ceteth-16
1
Oleth-16
0.3
Steareth-16
0.3
Lanolin Alcohol
0.3
Glyceryl Stearate
0.3
Carbomer
0.3
PEG-75
0.3
Stearic Acid
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Diazolidinyl Urea
0.3
Fragrance
Est. %
Water
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Mineral Oil
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Propylene Glycol
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Acetylated Lanolin
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Cetyl Alcohol
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Myristyl Lactate
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Myristyl Alcohol
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Laneth-16
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Ceteth-16
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Oleth-16
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Steareth-16
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Lanolin Alcohol
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Carbomer
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PEG-75
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Stearic Acid
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Phenoxyethanol
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Diazolidinyl Urea
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Fragrance
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Ratings

All humectants
6.3
6
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
13.6
9.0
4.0
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 6.3 10
6.3
6
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 13.6 20
6.8
9.0
4.0
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
6.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
0.3
All humectants 6.3 10
6.3
All humectants
6.3
6
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
9
4
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 13.6 20
6.8
All occlusives
13.6
9.0
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
None
All antioxidants 0 3 No
All antioxidants
0
None
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
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.
Mineral Oil
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Mineral OilAlso 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.
Propylene Glycol
Est. %6
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.
Acetylated Lanolin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Acetylated LanolinDescription is coming soon
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Cetyl AlcoholA waxy solid fatty alcohol derived from palm oil. It is most commonly used as a co-emulsifier and affects the final aesthetic of the product, leaving a soft and silky feeling on the skin. Cetyl alcohol is also used as a viscosity controlling agent.
Myristyl Lactate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Myristyl LactateDescription is coming soon
Myristyl Alcohol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Myristyl AlcoholA naturally derived fatty alcohol that thickens and stabilizes emulsions.
Laneth-16
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Laneth-16Description is coming soon
Ceteth-16
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Ceteth-16Description is coming soon
Oleth-16
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Oleth-16Description is coming soon
Steareth-16
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Steareth-16Description is coming soon
Lanolin Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lanolin AlcoholAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing mixture of fatty alcohols obtained from lanolin, a substance from sheep wool. It is also used as a formula helper.
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.
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.
PEG-75
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-75Description is coming soon
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.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Diazolidinyl Urea
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Diazolidinyl UreaA 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.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.