Olay Active Hydrating Cream Original Facial Moisturizer
4/19 Unfavorable Ingredients
2/19 Natural Ingredients
Analysis of Ingredients Using Research From
Anti-aging Ingredients
(Best For Moisturizers)
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glycerin
Glycerin. Effects include significant improvement in the hydration of the outer layer of skin, reduction of small wrinkles
Moisturizing Ingredients
(Best For Moisturizers)
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petrolatum
Petrolatum. Helps other moisturizing ingredients by keeping them on the skin longer
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isopropyl palmitate
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stearic acid
Stearic Acid. Surfactant, softening agent.
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peg 100 stearate
Peg 100 Stearate. Cleansing Agent
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edta
Edta. Chelating agent, removes unwanted compounds from the skin. Considered safe because it's difficult to absorb through skin
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titanium dioxide
Titanium Dioxide. Sunscreen ingredient
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cyclopentasiloxane
Cyclopentasiloxane. Lubricant
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water/eau
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carbomer
Carbomer. Controls consistency
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sodium hydroxide
Sodium Hydroxide. Controls pH levels. Skin irritation or pain if used above concentration limits.
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fragrance/parfum
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peg/ppg 18/18 dimethicone
Dimethicone Copolyol. Silicones are skin conditioning agents widely used in cosmetics.
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red 4
Pigment. Pigment for skin care products.
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cetyl alcohol
Cetyl Alcohol. Lubricant. Known potential cause for eczema and allergic reactions.
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stearyl alcohol
Stearyl Alcohol. Lubricant. Known potential cause for eczema and allergic reactions.
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dmdm hydantoin
Dmdm Hydantoin. Preservative which can release formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is classified as carcinogenic and allergenic.
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iodopropynyl butylcarbamate
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate. Preservative. Negative effects include contact dermatitis and contact allergy
Original List of Ingredients:
Water/Eau, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Petrolatum, Cyclopentasiloxane, Stearyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Peg-100 Stearate, Fragrance/Parfum, Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Edta, Dmdm Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Dmdm Hydantoin, Red 4
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Merchant's description of this product:
Olay Original Active Hydrating Cream moisturizer penetrates quickly, providing your skin with an immediate surge of active moisture to soothe dryness without a greasy feel. Over time, it helps your skin replenish its own essential fluids, so it is softer, smoother and more supple. Original Active Hydrating Cream moisturizer works like the essential fluids abundant in young skin to help restore skin to its natural beauty and diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Suitable for all skin types. This light, non-greasy formula is dermatologist tested and non-comedogenic (won't clog pores).
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