Valjean Labs Hydrate Serum

Valjean Labs Hydrate Serum
8.1
/ 10
Moisturizing
6.2 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Valjean Labs Hydrate Serum:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Valjean Labs Hydrate Serum:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 8.1 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Intensely moisturizing: Valjean Labs Hydrate Serum has a moisturizing rating of 8.1 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a high humectancy of 6.2 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Propanediol (est. ≈2.6%) and Glycereth-26 (est. ≈2.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, solely because of the significant content of Dimethicone (est. ≈80.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
80
Dimethicone
3
Xanthan Gum
2.9
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
2.8
Hydroxyethylcellulose
2.7
Water
2.6
Propanediol
2
Glycereth-26
1.5
PEG-12 Dimethicone
1
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Aminomethyl Propanol
0.3
Biosaccharide Gum-2
0.3
Panthenol
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Benzophenone-4
0.3
Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Dehydroacetic Acid
0.3
Benzyl Alcohol
0.3
HC Violet No. 1
0.3
Blue 1 (CI 42090)
Est. %
Dimethicone
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Xanthan Gum
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Hydroxyethylcellulose
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Water
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Propanediol
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Glycereth-26
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PEG-12 Dimethicone
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Aminomethyl Propanol
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Biosaccharide Gum-2
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Citric Acid
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Benzophenone-4
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Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
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Phenoxyethanol
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Dehydroacetic Acid
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Blue 1 (CI 42090)
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Ratings

All humectants
6.2
2.6
2
1
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
80.0
80.0
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
8.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 6.2 10
6.2
2.6
2
1
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 80.0 20
10.0
80.0
Moisturizing rating
8.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2.6
2
1
0.3
0.3
All humectants 6.2 10
6.2
All humectants
6.2
2.6
2
1
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
80
All occlusives 80.0 20
10.0
All occlusives
80.0
80.0
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
1
All antioxidants 1 3 No
All antioxidants
1
Sodium Hyaluronate
1
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Dimethicone
Est. %80
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe 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.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA 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.
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Est. %2.9
Function
Origin
Sorbitan SesquioleateA natural liquid ingredient that is yellow to amber in color and completely transparent. It supports oil and water mixtures and disperses minerals into oils.
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Est. %2.8
Function
Origin
HydroxyethylcelluloseA naturally-derived thickener that can form clear gel textures without the slimy feeling, unlike some other natural gel-formers.
Water
Est. %2.7
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.
Propanediol
Est. %2.6
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Glycereth-26
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glycereth-26

A glycerin-based ingredient with humectant moisturizing properties. It is an excellent emulsifier and thickener.

PEG-12 Dimethicone
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
PEG-12 DimethiconeA synthetic silicone that improves lubricity and absorption.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Aminomethyl Propanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aminomethyl PropanolA synthetic ingredient that helps to adjust the pH of a product to make it less acidic.
Biosaccharide Gum-2
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Biosaccharide Gum-2Description is coming soon
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.
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.
Benzophenone-4
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzophenone-4Also known as sulisobenzone, it is a chemical sunscreen that protects against UVB and most UVA radiation. It is weaker than typical sunscreens and is usually accompanied by other UV absorbers to be most effective.
Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower ExtractA fragrant extract derived from the flowers of the Italian honeysuckle. It has a pleasant, sweet, floral scent. Not much is known about its compounds and their functions.
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.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Dehydroacetic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dehydroacetic AcidA globally approved preservative ingredient. It is a powerful fungicide and a moderate bactericide, which makes it a broad-spectrum preservative. Because it is mildly effective against bacteria, it is often paired with stronger bactericides.
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.
HC Violet No. 1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HC Violet No. 1Description is coming soon
Blue 1 (CI 42090)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Blue 1 (CI 42090)A synthetic dye commonly known as Brilliant Blue FCF that produces rich blue colors for various cosmetic uses. FD&C Blue #1 can also be found in foods, medications, and dietary supplements, as it is considered non-toxic and safe for use.