Shea Moisture African Black Soap Problem Skin Moisturizer

Shea Moisture African Black Soap Problem Skin Moisturizer
5.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
1.2 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Does Shea Moisture African Black Soap Problem Skin Moisturizer work?

Based on the ingredient list analysis by CreamScan AI, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Shea Moisture African Black Soap Problem Skin Moisturizer:

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

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Shea Moisture African Black Soap Problem Skin Moisturizer has a moisturizing rating of 5.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a low Humectancy of 1.2 out of 10 and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil (est. ≈9.0%), Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Seed Oil (est. ≈4.0%) and Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Oil (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil
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Emulsifying Wax
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Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Seed Oil
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Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Oil
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Taraktogenos Kurzii Seed Oil
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Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
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Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil
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Potassium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids
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Palm Glycerides
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Capryloyl Glycine
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Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract
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Glycerin
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Zinc Stearate
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Sodium Behenoyl Lactylate
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Salicylic Acid
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Panthenol
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Azadirachta Indica Seed Oil
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Punica Granatum Seed Oil
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Tamarindus Indica Seed Extract
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Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
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Bisabolol
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Prunus Africana Bark Extract
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Moroccan Lava Clay
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Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil
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Ratings

All humectants
1.2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
21.1
9.0
4.0
3.0
2.5
2.0
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 1.2 10
1.2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 21.1 20
10.0
9.0
4.0
3.0
2.5
2.0
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 1.2 10
1.2
All humectants
1.2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
9
4
3
2.5
2
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 21.1 20
10.0
All occlusives
21.1
9.0
4.0
3.0
2.5
2.0
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
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.9 3 No
All antioxidants
0.9
Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract
0.3
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 3.5 5 No
All soothing
3.5
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
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.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) OilButyrospermum parkii oil is a liquid fraction from the more commonly used shea butter. It consists mainly of oleic acid and is used in skincare as an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient. Read more on shea butter here: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter.
Emulsifying Wax
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Emulsifying Wax
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Seed Oil
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Seed Oil

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Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed OilA fatty oil extracted from mango seeds that is comprised of emollient and occlusive moisturizing stearic and oleic acids. It is best suited for dry skin.
Taraktogenos Kurzii Seed Oil
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Taraktogenos Kurzii Seed Oil
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil
Potassium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Potassium Lauroyl Wheat Amino Acids
Palm Glycerides
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Palm Glycerides
Capryloyl Glycine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Capryloyl GlycineA naturally-derived or synthetically produced multi-functional ingredient. As an anti-microbial it can act as part of a product's preservative system or reduce microbes on the skin that cause certain kinds of acne or dandruff.
Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

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.
Zinc Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zinc Stearate
Sodium Behenoyl Lactylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Behenoyl Lactylate
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.
Panthenol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PanthenolA 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.
Azadirachta Indica Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Azadirachta Indica Seed Oil
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing pomegranate seed oil that is rich in a rare fatty acid called punicic acid, and that contains a high content of the antioxidant vitamin E.
Tamarindus Indica Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tamarindus Indica Seed Extract
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark ExtractA potent, soothing extract from the bark of the white willow. It has potent anti-inflammatory effects due to its salicin content. Tannins from the willow bark extract have astringent effects and can aid in the skin’s healing process.
Bisabolol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bisabolol

An anti-inflammatory compound found naturally in German chamomile essential oil. It has a pleasant, sweet, and floral scent. Bisabolol also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties but can cause an allergic reaction in more sensitive individuals.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA 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.
Prunus Africana Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Africana Bark Extract
Moroccan Lava Clay
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Moroccan Lava Clay
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) OilA fragrant essential oil derived from sage with a cooling, robust, and pine-like herbal scent.