SkinMedica Scar Recovery Gel with Centelline

SkinMedica Scar Recovery Gel with Centelline
3.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
5.3 Humectancy icon Humectancy
2.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
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Review

Results you may expect from using SkinMedica Scar Recovery Gel with Centelline:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using SkinMedica Scar Recovery Gel with Centelline:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.6 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: SkinMedica Scar Recovery Gel with Centelline has a moisturizing rating of 3.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 2.0 out of 10 and a moderate humectancy of 5.3 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of PEG-40 (est. ≈3.0%) and Propylene Glycol (est. ≈2.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, SkinMedica Scar Recovery Gel with Centelline has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract and Centella Asiatica Extract, two ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
7.5
5
3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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Ratings

All humectants
5.3
3
2
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
4.0
2.5
1.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 5.3 10
5.3
3
2
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 4.0 20
2.0
2.5
1.5
Moisturizing rating
3.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
3
2
0.3
All humectants 5.3 10
5.3
All humectants
5.3
3
2
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
2.5
1.5
All occlusives 4.0 20
2.0
All occlusives
4.0
2.5
1.5
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 1.3 -
n/a
- 1 -
Total
0
Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
1.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
1
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1.3
1
All antioxidants 2.3 3 No
All antioxidants
2.3
Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract
1.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
1
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1
All soothing 1 5 No
All soothing
1
1
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
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.
Poloxamer 407
Est. %7.5
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Bulbine Frutescens Leaf Juice
Est. %5
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
PEG-40
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
A processed, butter-like castor oil. It is solely comprised of occlusive moisturizing and emollient saturated fatty acids and is best suited for dry skin. It can also act as a thickener and emulsifier.
Propylene Glycol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
A 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.
Dimethicone
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
The most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
An antioxidant and fragrant extract from the leaves of the olive tree. It contains a promising anti-aging compound called Oleuropein, and a prospective anti-pigment compound called Cornoside.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
An extract from the leaves of the Gotu kola. It is used in skincare for its antioxidant, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties. It increases the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin.
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.
Lactic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
The most popular AHA in skincare and less irritating than glycolic acid. It can be naturally found in sour milk. It is a humectant moisturizing, pH stabilizing, and gently exfoliating ingredient, able to soften dry, cracked, and peeling skin.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
The 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.