Shiseido Hydrating Lotion Review

Shiseido Hydrating Lotion
5.1
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Ingredients

Shiseido Hydrating Lotion Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Water, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Dipropylene Glycol, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, Erythritol, PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, Methylparaben, Sodium Citrate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Polyquaternium-51, Citric Acid, Sodium Metaphosphate, Dimorpholinopyridazinone, Fragrance, Thiotaurine, Phenoxyethanol, Alcohol, Limonene, Tocopherol, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Bark Extract
Review

Does Shiseido Hydrating Lotion Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Shiseido Hydrating Lotion has to offer:
 
✅ Strong humectant moisturizing. This lightweight, humectant-rich product, ideal for oily skin, has a moisturizing rating of 5.1 out of 10.

  

Key Benefits of Shiseido Hydrating Lotion

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Shiseido Hydrating Lotion:
 

🔵 Lightweight Humectant Moisturizer Ideal for Oily Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Shiseido Hydrating Lotion is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.1 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.2 out of 10 and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈9.0%) and Erythritol (est. ≈2.5%).

This humectant-rich product, when used alone as a moisturizer, is ideal for oily skin, offering significant hydration in a lightweight, fast-absorbing formula with a minimal amount of occlusive ingredients.

It’s also a great choice for people with normal skin who prefer lightweight moisturizers.

💧 A Humectant Boost for Any Skincare Routine

But it’s not limited to oily skin - such a humectant boost will also positively contribute to the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine when used as a step before applying the main moisturizer. This type of formulation is typically used in serums, where a light, fast-absorbing texture is key.

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

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Pros & Cons of Shiseido Hydrating Lotion

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Shiseido Hydrating Lotion to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

✅ When used alone: Provides humectant-rich moisturizing ideal for oily skin
✅ As part of a routine: A humectant moisturizing boost, beneficial for any skin type
✅ Lightweight texture
 

⭕ Cons: 

✅ We couldn't find any
   

Summary: Shiseido Hydrating Lotion

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Shiseido Hydrating Lotion
, when used alone, delivers lightweight, humectant-rich moisturizing, making it ideal for oily skin. As part of a moisturizing routine, it provides a humectant boost, beneficial for all skin types.
 
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Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1
1
1
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:
Glycerin
Function:
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Alcohol Denat.
Function:
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Dipropylene Glycol
Function:
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PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Function:
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Erythritol
Function:
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PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
Function:
Origin:
Methylparaben
Function:
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Sodium Citrate
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Function:
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Polyquaternium-51
Function:
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Citric Acid
Function:
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Sodium Metaphosphate
Function:
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Dimorpholinopyridazinone
Function:
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Fragrance
Function:
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Thiotaurine
Function:
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Phenoxyethanol
Function:
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Alcohol
Function:
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Limonene
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Tocopherol
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Betula Platyphylla Japonica Bark Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
12.8
9
2.5
1
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 12.8 10
10.0
9
2.5
1
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.3 20
0.2
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
2.5
1
0.3
All humectants 12.8 10
10
All humectants
12.8
9
2.5
1
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
All occlusives 0.3 20
0.2
All occlusives
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
All antioxidants 0.6 3 No
All antioxidants
0.6
Thiotaurine
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1
All soothing 1 5 No
All soothing
1
1
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.
Glycerin
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Alcohol Denat.
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Alcohol Denat.

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

Dipropylene Glycol
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Dipropylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid that has several uses. One of its main functions is as a solvent. Dipropylene glycol is also used to reduce the thickness of skincare products.
PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Erythritol
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
ErythritolA naturally occurring sweetener that hydrates skin by drawing in water.
PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
Est. %2
Function
Origin
PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
Methylparaben
Est. %1
Function
Origin
MethylparabenA preservative that keeps a product unspoiled. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding parabens, although the concentrations found in cosmetic formulations are generally considered to be safe.
Sodium Citrate
Est. %1
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.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateA licorice root derivative with powerful anti-inflammatory and soothing activities. It is often used as a flavoring agent in lip products.
Polyquaternium-51
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyquaternium-51A biocompatible phospholipid copolymer that is designed to mimic the lipid-based cell membrane found in human skin. Its main function is as a humectant moisturizer.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Sodium Metaphosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium MetaphosphateA sodium salt that captures heavy metal ions and raises the pH.
Dimorpholinopyridazinone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimorpholinopyridazinone
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.
Thiotaurine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Thiotaurine
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.
Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AlcoholAn 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.
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Limonene

One of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.

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.

Betula Platyphylla Japonica Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Betula Platyphylla Japonica Bark Extract