Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream Review

Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream
3.9
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.6 Humectancy icon Humectancy
7.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Review

Does Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream has to offer:
 
  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.9 out of 10.

Key Benefits of Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream:
 

Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Normal to Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream is lightly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 3.9 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a low Humectancy of 0.6 out of 10 and a high Occlusivity of 7.2 out of 10, due to the high content of Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈6.0%), Lanolin (est. ≈4.0%) and Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil (est. ≈2.5%).

This type of product, when used as a standalone moisturizer, may provide a significant level of occlusive hydration that is adequate for normal to dry skin.

The occlusive profile of Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream suggests a texture that is rich and creamy but not overly thick, offering the potential to absorb into the skin without leaving a greasy afterfeel in most cases.

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 AI model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream to your skincare routine:
 

Needs to Be Paired with Extra Humectants for Optimal Moisturizing Efficacy

An ideal moisturizer for any skin type should balance the right level of occlusivity (depending on skin type) with a significant amount of humectants, while Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream contains a low level of humectants.

People with normal to dry skin would definitely benefit from adding more humectants to their moisturizing routine beyond what this product offers. If this is your only moisturizer, it may be worth including a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.

Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

If one of your main reasons for choosing Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, it currently has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Calcium Ascorbate, an ingredient often marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Calcium Ascorbate provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.

While this does not categorically exclude the possibility that Calcium Ascorbate may reduce wrinkles, its efficacy is not supported by convincing, vehicle-controlled, double-blind clinical studies - at least none that were accessible to the CreamScan team at the time of publication.

Therefore, this ingredient does 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, can deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

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

Pros & Cons of Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

Pros:

  • Provides the right level of occlusivity to moisturize normal to dry skin
  • Rich and creamy texture without being overly thick

Cons: 

  • Ideally needs to be paired with extra humectants for optimal moisturizing efficacy
  • Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
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
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.15
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Lanolin
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Prunus Mume Fruit
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Beeswax
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Alcohol
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Acetic Acid
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Calcium Ascorbate
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Glycerin
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Limonene
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Violacein
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Viola Tricolor Extract
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
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Hydrolyzed Beeswax
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Sorbitan Oleate
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PEG-7 Olivate
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Rosmarinic Acid
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Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Oil
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
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Malva Officinalis Flower Extract
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Arginine
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Zinc
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Zinc Sulfate
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Fragrance
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Linalool
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Geraniol
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Citral
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Coumarin
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Ratings

All humectants
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
14.5
6.0
4.0
2.5
2.0
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.6 10
0.6
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 14.5 20
7.2
6.0
4.0
2.5
2.0
Moisturizing rating
3.9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
0.3
0.3
All humectants 0.6 10
0.6
All humectants
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
4
2.5
2
All occlusives 14.5 20
7.2
All occlusives
14.5
6.0
4.0
2.5
2.0
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Calcium Ascorbate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 2.4 3 No
All antioxidants
2.4
Calcium Ascorbate
0.3
Violacein
0.3
Viola Tricolor Extract
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
0.3
Rosmarinic Acid
0.3
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
0.3
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
0.3
Zinc
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 1.5 5 No
All soothing
1.5
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.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Lanolin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
LanolinA yellow, waxy substance obtained from sheep wool. It is one of the best emollients and emulsifiers due to its unique composition, able to relieve dry skin and repair the lipid barrier.
Prunus Mume Fruit
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Prunus Mume Fruit
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) OilAn emollient and occlusive oil derived from sweet almonds. It has a favorable fatty acid composition (mainly oleic and linoleic acids), and a high content of vitamin E. Almond oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Beeswax
Est. %2
Function
Origin
BeeswaxA waxy substance made by bees while they are building their honeycombs. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient with wound healing and antimicrobial properties similar to those of honey. Its bleached, purified form is called Cera alba.
Alcohol
Est. %1.5
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.
Acetic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acetic Acid
Calcium Ascorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calcium Ascorbate
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

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.

Violacein
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Violacein
Viola Tricolor Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Viola Tricolor ExtractAn astringent, sebum regulating, and antioxidant extract from wild pansy which contains various antioxidant flavonoids, carotenoids, saponins, as well as special cyclical proteins called cyclotides.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel ExtractA beneficial extract obtained from Oat groats popular in products aimed at eczema-prone skin. It contains skin healing beta-glucan, anti-inflammatory phenolic compounds, antioxidant flavonoids, various lipids, proteins, and moisturizing amino acids.
Hydrolyzed Beeswax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Beeswax
Sorbitan Oleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan OleateA vegetable-based ingredient that stabilizes mixtures of oil and water. Sorbitan oleate serves primarily as an emulsifier that produces water-in-oil emulsions.
PEG-7 Olivate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-7 Olivate
Rosmarinic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinic Acid
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.
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Oil
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractAn extract derived from the flowers of the pot marigold. Its yellow to bright orange flowers contain carotenoids, triterpenoids, and flavonoids. They all have fantastic anti-inflammatory activity and can help to soothe inflamed skin.
Malva Officinalis Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Malva Officinalis Flower Extract
Arginine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ArginineA humectant amino acid used to attract water to the skin’s surface. It is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Arginine can also be used as a pH adjuster.
Zinc
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zinc
Zinc Sulfate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zinc Sulfate
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.
Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Geraniol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Geraniol

A fragrant, volatile, plant-based, liquid chemical that can be naturally found in many essential oils (specifically rose, palmarosa, citronella). It has a rose-like scent. It is a potential irritant and may cause an allergic reaction in some people.

Citral
Est. %0.15
Function
Origin
Citral

A fragrant compound found in many essential oils (especially lemon myrtle and lemongrass essential oil). It has a sweet, lemon-like scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citral, or at least do a patch test before using.

Coumarin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coumarin

A plant-based fragrant compound that occurs in sweet-smelling grass, sweet woodruff, and sweet clover. It has a sweet and vanilla-like scent in high concentrations and a similar scent to freshly mowed grass in low concentrations.