Moisture Lite Non-Oily Hydrating Lotion
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This lightweight moisturizer contains a handful of beneficial ingredients for all skin types, but also contains fragrant orange and lavender oils, neither of which jibes with the claim that this moisturizer is soothing.
Despite the company’s claims that this moisturizer is somehow uniquely suited for those with sensitive skin, the fact is the fragrance in this moisturizer is not what sensitive skin needs. The ideal moisturizer for sensitive skin would have a more sophisticated, research-based formula; for example, a moisturizer loaded with skin-repairing ingredients such as glycerin and ceramides along with a range of antioxidants and soothing agents, all without fragrance. Yes, this has a light texture, but so do dozens of other moisturizers that will go farther for your skin, especially if it’s sensitive.
- Contains some good anti-aging ingredients, including niacinamide.
- Contains fragrant orange and lavender oils, both of which are known skin irritants, negating this product’s soothing claims.
- Although sold as a product specialized for those with sensitive skin, it is not!
Research indicates that components of lavender, specifically linalool, can be cytotoxic, which means that topical application causes skin-cell death (Source: Cell Proliferation, June 2004, pages 221–229). Lavender leaves contain camphor, which is a known skin irritant. Because the fragrance constituents in lavender oil oxidize when exposed to air, lavender oil is a pro-oxidant, and this enhanced oxidation increases its irritancy on skin (Source: Contact Dermatitis, September 2008, pages 143–150). Lavender oil is the most potent form, and even small amounts of it (0.25% or less) are problematic. Although it’s fine as an aromatherapy agent for inhalation or relaxation, it is a must to avoid in skin-care products (Sources: Psychiatry Research, February 2007, pages 89–96; and www.naturaldatabase.com).