Molecular Barrier Recovery Cream Balm
ALLIES OF SKIN
Moisturizer
Fact vs. Fiction
100
Very High
Trustworthiness
How well the ingredient list supports the product's marketing claims
Marketing Claims Supported by Ingredients:
4 of 4
Ingredients Matched:
20 of 53
term reparative active ingredients that acts like an all in one First Aid kit for your skin
Moderate Support
Supported by:
Niacinamide
★
(Match: 0.89,
Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Allantoin
(Match: 0.75,
Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Bisabolol
(Match: 0.75,
Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Tocopherol
(Match: 0.75,
Type: Antioxidant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Green Tea
(Match: 0.56,
Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Salicylic Acid
(Match: 0.56,
Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
View Detailed Evidence
Niacinamide
Functions:
anti-aging, brightening, melanin transfer inhibition
Concerns Addressed:
fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, elasticity loss, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, dark spots, sun damage, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, acne, blemishes, breakouts, excess oil, inflammatory acne
Allantoin
Functions:
soothing
Concerns Addressed:
irritation, redness, sensitivity, inflammation
Bisabolol
Functions:
Soothing, Anti-Inflammatory, Penetration Enhancing, Antimicrobial
Concerns Addressed:
Redness, Irritation, Sensitivity, Inflammation, Sunburn, Minor Wounds
Tocopherol
Functions:
Antioxidant, Moisturizing, Skin Protecting, Healing
Concerns Addressed:
Environmental Damage, Dryness, Rough Texture, Minor Wounds, Scars
Green Tea
Functions:
soothing, antioxidant, free radical protection
Concerns Addressed:
irritation, redness, sensitivity, inflammation
Salicylic Acid
Functions:
exfoliation, purifying, antibacterial
Concerns Addressed:
acne, blemishes, breakouts, excess oil, blackheads, whiteheads, clogged pores
View Other Matched Ingredients (14)
The following ingredients were found in the product but don't provide strong enough evidence to support this specific claim:
Glycerin
Match score: 0.33
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Squalane
Match score: 0.38
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Match score: 0.38
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Match score: 0.28
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Panthenol
Match score: 0.38
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Match score: 0.28
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Ceramides
Match score: 0.33
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Hyaluronic Acid
Match score: 0.47
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Match score: 0.42
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Low - Anecdotal evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Cetearyl Alcohol
Match score: 0.28
(Type: Occlusive,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Citric Acid
Match score: 0.28
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Pentylene Glycol
Match score: 0.28
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Malic Acid
Match score: 0.28
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Butylene Glycol
Match score: 0.28
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Compromised skin craves instant comfort, accelerated skin regeneration, and uniformity. This powerful formula is made with a fusion of instantly acting and long
Moderate Support
Supported by:
Niacinamide
(Match: 0.65,
Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Bisabolol
(Match: 0.61,
Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Salicylic Acid
(Match: 0.61,
Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Tocopherol
(Match: 0.57,
Type: Antioxidant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
View Detailed Evidence
Niacinamide
Functions:
anti-aging, brightening, melanin transfer inhibition
Concerns Addressed:
fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, elasticity loss, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, dark spots, sun damage, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, acne, blemishes, breakouts, excess oil, inflammatory acne
Bisabolol
Functions:
Soothing, Anti-Inflammatory, Penetration Enhancing, Antimicrobial
Concerns Addressed:
Redness, Irritation, Sensitivity, Inflammation, Sunburn, Minor Wounds
Salicylic Acid
Functions:
exfoliation, purifying, antibacterial
Concerns Addressed:
acne, blemishes, breakouts, excess oil, blackheads, whiteheads, clogged pores
Tocopherol
Functions:
Antioxidant, Moisturizing, Skin Protecting, Healing
Concerns Addressed:
Environmental Damage, Dryness, Rough Texture, Minor Wounds, Scars
View Other Matched Ingredients (16)
The following ingredients were found in the product but don't provide strong enough evidence to support this specific claim:
Green Tea
Match score: 0.42
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Glycerin
Match score: 0.30
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Squalane
Match score: 0.46
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Match score: 0.30
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Match score: 0.46
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Panthenol
Match score: 0.34
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Match score: 0.46
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Ceramides
Match score: 0.30
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Allantoin
Match score: 0.34
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Hyaluronic Acid
Match score: 0.46
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Match score: 0.38
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Low - Anecdotal evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Cetearyl Alcohol
Match score: 0.34
(Type: Occlusive,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Citric Acid
Match score: 0.23
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Pentylene Glycol
Match score: 0.27
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Malic Acid
Match score: 0.30
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Butylene Glycol
Match score: 0.27
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
The comforting texture sinks into skin, to provide soothing and deep hydration. With continuous use, skin layers are rebuilt, and overall skin barrier is repaired and strengthened.
Minimal Support
Supported by:
Bisabolol
(Match: 0.59,
Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
View Detailed Evidence
Bisabolol
Functions:
Soothing, Anti-Inflammatory, Penetration Enhancing, Antimicrobial
Concerns Addressed:
Redness, Irritation, Sensitivity, Inflammation, Sunburn, Minor Wounds
View Other Matched Ingredients (19)
The following ingredients were found in the product but don't provide strong enough evidence to support this specific claim:
Green Tea
Match score: 0.39
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Glycerin
Match score: 0.46
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Squalane
Match score: 0.21
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Match score: 0.13
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Match score: 0.21
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Panthenol
Match score: 0.41
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Match score: 0.21
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Niacinamide
Match score: 0.34
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Ceramides
Match score: 0.21
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Allantoin
Match score: 0.46
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Hyaluronic Acid
Match score: 0.46
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Match score: 0.21
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Low - Anecdotal evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Tocopherol
Match score: 0.46
(Type: Antioxidant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Cetearyl Alcohol
Match score: 0.28
(Type: Occlusive,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Citric Acid
Match score: 0.13
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Pentylene Glycol
Match score: 0.36
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Salicylic Acid
Match score: 0.26
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Malic Acid
Match score: 0.13
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Butylene Glycol
Match score: 0.36
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
This formula also introduces a novel active ingredient: MossCellTec™ in a 2% concentration, it is the first ever biotechnologically produced moss, which has been studied to enhance and support skin resilience
Moderate Support
Supported by:
Niacinamide
★
(Match: 0.83,
Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Bisabolol
(Match: 0.80,
Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Tocopherol
(Match: 0.64,
Type: Antioxidant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Salicylic Acid
(Match: 0.64,
Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
Allantoin
(Match: 0.61,
Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Green Tea
(Match: 0.53,
Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Hyaluronic Acid
(Match: 0.53,
Type: Humectant,
Evidence: High - Multiple clinical trials)
View Detailed Evidence
Niacinamide
Functions:
anti-aging, brightening, melanin transfer inhibition
Concerns Addressed:
fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, elasticity loss, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, dark spots, sun damage, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, acne, blemishes, breakouts, excess oil, inflammatory acne
Bisabolol
Functions:
Soothing, Anti-Inflammatory, Penetration Enhancing, Antimicrobial
Concerns Addressed:
Redness, Irritation, Sensitivity, Inflammation, Sunburn, Minor Wounds
Tocopherol
Functions:
Antioxidant, Moisturizing, Skin Protecting, Healing
Concerns Addressed:
Environmental Damage, Dryness, Rough Texture, Minor Wounds, Scars
Salicylic Acid
Functions:
exfoliation, purifying, antibacterial
Concerns Addressed:
acne, blemishes, breakouts, excess oil, blackheads, whiteheads, clogged pores
Allantoin
Functions:
soothing
Concerns Addressed:
irritation, redness, sensitivity, inflammation
Green Tea
Functions:
soothing, antioxidant, free radical protection
Concerns Addressed:
irritation, redness, sensitivity, inflammation
Hyaluronic Acid
Functions:
hydration, deep hydration, water binding
Concerns Addressed:
dryness, dehydration, flakiness
View Other Matched Ingredients (13)
The following ingredients were found in the product but don't provide strong enough evidence to support this specific claim:
Glycerin
Match score: 0.37
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Squalane
Match score: 0.37
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Match score: 0.24
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Match score: 0.37
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Panthenol
Match score: 0.40
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Match score: 0.37
(Type: Emollient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Ceramides
Match score: 0.24
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Medium - Limited clinical evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Match score: 0.37
(Type: Botanical Extract,
Evidence: Low - Anecdotal evidence)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Cetearyl Alcohol
Match score: 0.35
(Type: Occlusive,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Citric Acid
Match score: 0.32
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Pentylene Glycol
Match score: 0.29
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Malic Acid
Match score: 0.32
(Type: Active Ingredient,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Butylene Glycol
Match score: 0.29
(Type: Humectant,
Evidence: Theoretical - Based on mechanism only)
Insufficient evidence for supporting this claim
Ingredients
- Water
- Glycerin
- Squalane
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Methylsilanol Hydroxyproline Aspartate
- Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
- C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
- Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
- Isomalt
- Acacia Senegal Gum
- Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
- Canola Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
- Panthenol
- Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
- Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters
- Ethyl Macadamiate
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Niacinamide
- Ceramide NP
- Allantoin
- Bisabolol
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Lecithin
- Hydrolyzed Oat Protein
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
- C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
- Adenosine Triphosphate
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Tocopherol
- Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid
- Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
- Crocus Chrysanthus Bulb Extract
- Phytol
- Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8
- Xanthan Gum
- Silica
- Dextran
- Zea Mays Starch
- Sodium Gluconate
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Citric Acid
- Glyceryl Stearate
- Pentylene Glycol
- Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
- Sodium Hydroxide
- O-Cymen-5-Ol
- Potassium Sorbate
- Salicylic Acid
- Malic Acid
- Butylene Glycol
- Phenoxyethanol
