Physiogel Hypoallergenic Calming Relief A.I. Face Cream

Physiogel Hypoallergenic Calming Relief A.I. Face Cream
9.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
8.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
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Review

Results you may expect from using Physiogel Hypoallergenic Calming Relief A.I. Face Cream:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Physiogel Hypoallergenic Calming Relief A.I. Face Cream:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 9.0 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Intensely moisturizing: Physiogel Hypoallergenic Calming Relief A.I. Face Cream has a moisturizing rating of 9.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈6.0%) and Pentylene Glycol (est. ≈4.0%), and a very high occlusivity of 8.0 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (est. ≈9.0%) and Vegetable Oil (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Physiogel Hypoallergenic Calming Relief A.I. Face Cream is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (est. ≈9.0%).

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
70
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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Ratings

All humectants
11.9
6
4
1.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
16.0
9.0
3.0
2.5
1.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
9.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 11.9 10
10.0
6
4
1.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 16.0 20
8.0
9.0
3.0
2.5
1.5
Moisturizing rating
9.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
4
1.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 11.9 10
10
All humectants
11.9
6
4
1.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
9
3
2.5
1.5
All occlusives 16.0 20
8.0
All occlusives
16.0
9.0
3.0
2.5
1.5
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
9
All antioxidants 9 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
9
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
9
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
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.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %9
Function
Origin

A famous olive oil widely used in skincare as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer. It contains mainly unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant flavonoids, and oleuropeins. Olive oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.

Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin

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

Pentylene Glycol
Est. %4
Function
Origin

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.

Vegetable Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
An occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil obtained from various plant sources. It consists mainly of triglycerides and saturated or unsaturated fatty acids.
Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
A fatty oil expressed from the pulp of the oil palm fruits. It is mostly composed of occlusive and emollient saturated fatty acids. The unrefined oil has a large amount of antioxidant carotenoids.
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Est. %2
Function
Origin
A version of plain lecithin that has been saturated with hydrogen atoms. This ingredient can be derived from plants, like soy or sunflower, from egg yolks, or made synthetically. Its major function is to emulsify water and oils.
Squalane
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
An occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Betaine
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
An ingredient derived from the sucrose in sugar beets. It has a negative chemical charge and a positive chemical charge on the same molecule. This allows betaine to be hygroscopic or humectant and thus provide moisturization by drawing water to the skin.
Palmitamide MEA
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Sarcosine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A sweet-tasting amino acid that moisturizes the skin by attracting water to its surface. It also offers protection to the skin by stabilizing proteins against UV damage and denaturation.
Acetamide MEA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A naturally-derived thickener that can form clear gel textures without the slimy feeling, unlike some other natural gel-formers.
Carbomer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A 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.
Sodium Carbomer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Like Carbomer, only pre-reacted so that no neutralization is required. Carbomer based gels are clear and have a non-sticky smooth feel. Many high end cosmetics will use carbomers as part of their formula to build body without making a product feel heavy.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A 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.