This is a lightweight, glycerin-based hand moisturizer designed to provide everyday hydration and smooth the skin’s texture with nourishing ingredients like soybean oil and a touch of shea butter.
The formulation earns a 7.5/10 for performance because it provides reliable everyday hydration. Key humectants like Glycerin successfully draw moisture into the skin, while emollients such as Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Stearic Acid, and Glyceryl Stearate help lock it in. However, the rating is limited because the product’s premium moisturizing ingredients—namely Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter and Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract—are listed near the very bottom of the ingredient deck, below the fragrance and preservatives. This indicates they are present in trace amounts and won’t offer the deep, intensive repair some users might expect.
A safety rating of 7.7/10 indicates a generally safe product for the majority of users, though it contains a few potential sensitizers. The formula is free from harsh parabens, instead opting for Phenoxyethanol, which is a widely accepted preservative but can sometimes trigger mild reactions in highly reactive skin. The most notable concern is the inclusion of Fragrance (Parfum), a common source of skin allergies and contact irritation. Additionally, Sodium Hydroxide is used to balance the pH, which is completely safe in neutralized cosmetic formulations but worth noting for extremely compromised skin.
At 7.6/10 overall, this hand moisturizer is a solid, budget-friendly option for daily skin maintenance. It delivers effective, lightweight hydration through its standard emollient and humectant base, making it suitable for normal to slightly dry skin. However, because of the inclusion of synthetic fragrance and the low concentration of nourishing botanical butters, it falls short of being an intensive treatment or an ideal choice for individuals with sensitive skin or severe eczema.
This hand moisturizer is a classic, budget-friendly formulation that excels at delivering immediate, lightweight hydration. At the heart of its moisturizing capability is glycerin, listed second on the ingredient list. Glycerin is a highly effective humectant that draws moisture into the skin, making it an excellent choice for combating daily dryness. Supporting this are nourishing emollients like glycine soja (soybean) oil, stearic acid, and cetyl alcohol. These ingredients work in harmony to soften the skin, smooth out rough patches, and form a light protective barrier to prevent trans-epidermal water loss. The formula is structured to absorb relatively quickly without leaving a heavy or greasy residue, which is perfect for on-the-go application throughout the day. However, a closer look at the ingredient list reveals some formulation choices that consumers should be aware of. While the product may highlight botanical extracts, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter and theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed extract are positioned at the very bottom of the deck, falling below phenoxyethanol and fragrance (parfum). Because phenoxyethanol is typically restricted to concentrations of 1% or less in cosmetics, it is highly likely that the beneficial shea butter and cocoa extract are present in miniscule, largely symbolic quantities. This means you will not get the intense, deeply restorative benefits of a heavy-duty shea butter cream. Furthermore, the presence of added fragrance relatively high up in the formula poses a risk of irritation. For individuals with cracked, severely dry, or eczema-prone hands, this added scent can trigger stinging, burning, or contact dermatitis. In summary, this product acts as a wonderful, pleasant-smelling daily lotion for those with normal skin who want to keep their hands soft and lightly hydrated. However, if you are looking for a therapeutic, unscented treatment to heal severely damaged or sensitive skin, you should look for a formula with a higher concentration of active lipids and zero added perfume.
🧪 WATER (AQUA, EAU) / 水
Purpose: Solvent
Concerns: None
Notes: Serves as the primary liquid base for the formulation.
🧪 GLYCERIN / 甘油
Purpose: Humectant
Concerns: None
Notes: Draws moisture into the skin to keep it hydrated.
🧪 CAPRYLYL GLYCOL / 辛甘醇
Purpose: Humectant and Preservative Booster
Concerns: None
Notes: Provides moisturization and increases the efficacy of other preservatives.
🧪 GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL / 野大豆（GLYCINE SOJA）油
Purpose: Emollient
Concerns: May be comedogenic for acne-prone skin.
Notes: Rich in essential fatty acids and lecithin, helping to smooth and soften the skin.
🧪 THEOBROMA CACAO SEED EXTRACT / 可可（THEOBROMA CACAO）籽提取物
Purpose: Skin Conditioning
Concerns: None
Notes: Contains antioxidants that help protect the skin from environmental stressors.
🧪 BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER / 牛油果树（BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII）果脂
Purpose: Emollient
Concerns: None
Notes: Highly nourishing and deeply moisturizing natural lipid.
🧪 STEARIC ACID / 硬脂酸
Purpose: Emulsifier and Emollient
Concerns: Can be slightly comedogenic.
Notes: Helps bind water and oil together while softening the skin.
🧪 GLYCOL STEARATE / 乙二醇硬脂酸酯
Purpose: Emulsifier and Opacifier
Concerns: None
Notes: Improves emulsion stability and adds a pearlescent appearance.
🧪 GLYCERYL STEARATE / 甘油硬脂酸酯
Purpose: Emulsifier
Concerns: None
Notes: Forms a protective barrier on the skin and helps stabilize the emulsion.
🧪 CETYL ALCOHOL / 鲸蜡醇
Purpose: Emulsion Stabilizer and Thickener
Concerns: None
Notes: A fatty alcohol that is non-drying and helps body the cream.
🧪 CARBOMER / 卡波姆
Purpose: Thickener
Concerns: None
Notes: Creates a gel-like texture and prevents emulsion separation.
🧪 HYDROXYETHYL CELLULOSE / 羟乙基纤维素
Purpose: Thickener
Concerns: None
Notes: Plant-derived polymer used to enhance product texture.
🧪 STEARAMIDE AMP / 硬脂酰胺 AMP
Purpose: Emulsion Stabilizer
Concerns: None
Notes: Improves texture and overall stability of the mixture.
🧪 SODIUM HYDROXIDE / 氢氧化钠
Purpose: pH Adjuster
Concerns: Highly irritating in pure form, but safe when neutralized in formulation.
Notes: Used in very small amounts to balance the formulation’s acidity.
🧪 DISODIUM EDTA / 乙二胺四乙酸二钠
Purpose: Chelating Agent
Concerns: None
Notes: Binds to metal ions to prevent spoilage and maintain consistency.
🧪 CITRIC ACID / 柠檬酸
Purpose: pH Adjuster
Concerns: Can cause mild stinging in high amounts, but used safely at low levels.
Notes: Helps match the product’s pH to the natural skin barrier.
🧪 PHENOXYETHANOL / 苯氧乙醇
Purpose: Preservative
Concerns: May cause minor irritation in extremely sensitive skin.
Notes: A widely accepted cosmetic preservative to prevent microbial growth.
🧪 FRAGRANCE (PARFUM) / 香精
Purpose: Fragrance
Concerns: Common source of allergic contact dermatitis or skin sensitivity.
Notes: Adds an appealing scent to the product, but can be problematic for sensitive individuals.