A hydrating and soothing gel, primarily beneficial for general skin hydration and calming. However, the presence of fragrance and a formaldehyde-releasing preservative may limit its suitability for highly sensitive or reactive skin types.
Scored for skin — based on what its ingredients contribute.
What it may help with
Whether it can calm the skin — linked to less redness, irritation, discomfort, or visible reactivity.
Whether the ingredient helps increase the skin’s water content — humectants that attract water, ingredients that reduce water loss, or ones that make skin feel less dry.
From Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Propylene Glycol, Allantoin
Whether it supports the skin barrier — restoring lipids, reducing water loss, aiding barrier repair, or strengthening the skin’s protective function.
Whether it can improve smoothness and surface texture — roughness, flaking, clogged pores, or unevenness. Exfoliating acids, retinoids, and smoothing moisturizers may score here.
Whether it can help visible signs of aging — fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, or photoaging.
From Glycerin
Things to watch
Risk of allergic contact dermatitis or immune-based reactions. Fragrance allergens, preservatives, botanicals, and some dyes may score here.
From Fragrance, IMIDAZOLIDINYL UREA, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Risk of short-term irritation — stinging, burning, dryness, redness, or discomfort. Common for strong actives, acids, retinoids, fragrances, and harsh surfactants.
From Fragrance, Propylene Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Whether there is evidence or regulatory concern about DNA damage, mutagenicity, or cancer risk.
From IMIDAZOLIDINYL UREA
Whether it may sting or irritate around the eyes. Relevant for sunscreens, fragrances, acids, surfactants, and volatile ingredients.
From Fragrance
Whether it can weaken or damage the skin barrier — harsh surfactants, strong exfoliants, high alcohol content, or overuse-prone actives.
From Fragrance
NEUTRAL · 3
CAUTION · 2
This product is a gel-based formulation primarily featuring a high concentration of aloe vera extract, known for its soothing and hydrating properties. It also includes humectants to attract and retain moisture in the skin.
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