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Centella Phyto & 5 Peptide Concentrate Cream

~$18.99· Standard Size

What it's good for

Key actives from our research database. Click any to read the full evidence dossier.

  • SqualaneAnecdotal evidenceFull dossier ↗

    A lightweight oil that mimics what your skin already makes. Softens and seals in hydration without feeling greasy.

    Good for: Barrier repair, Hydrating

  • AdenosineModerate evidenceFull dossier ↗

    A Korean-approved anti-wrinkle ingredient that encourages collagen production for a smoother, firmer look.

    Good for: Anti-aging

  • GlycerinModerate evidenceFull dossier ↗

    A workhorse hydrator that pulls water into your skin. In nearly every good moisturizer for a reason.

    Good for: Hydrating

  • CaffeineModerate evidenceFull dossier ↗

    Tightens and brightens the under-eye area, reducing the look of puffiness by constricting tiny blood vessels. Best deployed in eye creams.

    Good for: Anti-aging, Antioxidant

  • CeramidesStrong evidenceFull dossier ↗

    Refills the natural barrier between your skin cells. Locks moisture in, keeps irritants out, calms dry or damaged skin.

    Good for: Barrier repair

Evidence behind the ingredients

Real citations from our research database, one per tracked active in this product. Click any ingredient name to read its full evidence dossier.

SqualaneAnecdotal evidence5 citations

A lightweight oil that mimics what your skin already makes. Softens and seals in hydration without feeling greasy.

Wolosik K et al., Squalane as a Promising Agent Protecting UV-Induced Inhibition of Collagen Biosynthesis and Wound Healing in Human Dermal Fibroblast, Molecules 2025;30(9):1964 — low-dose squalane (0.005-0.015%) restored collagen biosynthesis and wound healing in UVA-exposed human dermal fibroblasts

2025Mechanism onlyPMID:40363772View source ↗

Morgan AB et al., Explicating the multifunctional roles of tocotrienol and squalene in promoting skin health, Skin Health and Disease 2024;4(5):e448 — squalene/squalane promotes skin health via antioxidant, hydrating, emollient, anti-inflammatory mechanisms

2024Mechanism onlyPMID:39355739View source ↗

Fiume M et al., Safety Assessment of Squalane and Squalene as Used in Cosmetics, International Journal of Toxicology 2023;42(3_suppl):107S-109S — CIR expert-panel assessment concluding squalane is safe as a cosmetic ingredient

2023Safety assessmentPMID:37752766View source ↗
AdenosineModerate evidence6 citations

A Korean-approved anti-wrinkle ingredient that encourages collagen production for a smoother, firmer look.

Yang HJ et al., Two-phase delivery using a horse oil and adenosine-loaded dissolving microneedle patch for skin barrier restoration, moisturization, and wrinkle improvement, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2019;18(3):936-943 — Korean clinical study (n=20): adenosine microneedle patches improved elasticity, hydration, dermal density, wrinkles

2019Positive (efficacy)PMID:30160014View source ↗

Kang G et al., Adenosine-loaded dissolving microneedle patches to improve skin wrinkles, dermal density, elasticity and hydration, International Journal of Cosmetic Science 2018;40(2):199-206 — Korean-authored; adenosine microneedle patches matched or exceeded adenosine cream for multiple endpoints

2018Positive (efficacy)PMID:29574973View source ↗

Kim MY et al., Effect of adenosine on melanogenesis in B16 cells and zebrafish, Annals of Dermatology 2014;26(2):209-13 — adenosine suppresses pigmentation via negative regulation of tyrosinase in cellular and zebrafish models

2014Mechanism onlyPMID:24882976View source ↗
GlycerinModerate evidence6 citations

A workhorse hydrator that pulls water into your skin. In nearly every good moisturizer for a reason.

Danby SG et al., Different types of emollient cream exhibit diverse physiological effects on the skin barrier in adults with atopic dermatitis, Clinical and Experimental Dermatology 2022;47(6):1154-1164 — glycerol+urea emollient delivered superior barrier-strengthening and irritant protection

2022Positive (efficacy)PMID:35167133View source ↗

Youssef R et al., Glycerol 85% efficacy on atopic skin and its microbiome: a randomized controlled trial, Journal of Dermatological Treatment 2021;32(7):730-736 — topical glycerol 85% RCT on atopic skin

2021Positive (efficacy)PMID:31869257View source ↗

Evans NJ et al., Human axillary skin condition is improved following incorporation of glycerol into the stratum corneum from an antiperspirant formulation, Archives of Dermatological Research 2017;309(9):739-748 — 4% glycerol penetrated axillary SC, reduced irritation, improved hydration

2017Positive (efficacy)PMID:28889318View source ↗
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CaffeineModerate evidence5 citations

Tightens and brightens the under-eye area, reducing the look of puffiness by constricting tiny blood vessels. Best deployed in eye creams.

Elias M et al., Caffeine in Skincare: Its Role in Skin Cancer, Sun Protection, and Cosmetics, Indian Journal of Dermatology 2023;68(5):546-550 — evidence for topical caffeine's photoprotective, antioxidant, and anti-cellulite roles

2023Meta-analysis (positive)PMID:38099120View source ↗

Gherardini J et al. (Germany), Transepidermal UV radiation of scalp skin ex vivo induces hair follicle damage that is alleviated by the topical treatment with caffeine, International Journal of Cosmetic Science 2019;41(2):164-182 — topical caffeine reduced UV-induced hair follicle cytotoxicity and premature catagen entry in ex vivo human scalp

2019Positive (efficacy)PMID:30746733View source ↗

Luo L, Lane ME (UK), Topical and transdermal delivery of caffeine, International Journal of Pharmaceutics 2015;490(1-2):155-64 — review of caffeine physicochemistry and formulation strategies for skin permeation supporting cosmetic and transdermal use

2015Mechanism onlyPMID:26004004View source ↗
CeramidesStrong evidence7 citations

Refills the natural barrier between your skin cells. Locks moisture in, keeps irritants out, calms dry or damaged skin.

Andrew PV et al., Topical supplementation with physiological lipids rebalances the stratum corneum ceramide profile and strengthens skin barrier function in adults predisposed to atopic dermatitis, British Journal of Dermatology 2025;193(4):729-740 — physiological-lipid emulsion raised SC ceramide NP/AP and improved barrier function vs control

2025Positive (efficacy)PMID:40408261View source ↗

Nugroho WT, Sawitri, Astindari, Utomo B, Listiawan MY, Ervianti E, Astari L. The Efficacy of Moisturisers Containing Ceramide Compared with Other Moisturisers in the Management of Atopic Dermatitis: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis. Indian J Dermatol. 2023;68(1):53-58. — Meta-analysis of 5 studies found ceramide-containing moisturisers produced significantly greater improvement in SCORAD compared with non-ceramide moisturisers in atopic dermatitis.

2023Meta-analysis (positive)PMID:37151263View source ↗

Shindo S et al., Effects of a moisturizer containing pseudo-ceramide and a eucalyptus extract on sweating function in adult atopic dermatitis: a double-blind, randomized, controlled left-right comparison clinical trial, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2022;21(10):4503-4509 — pseudo-ceramide + eucalyptus moisturizer restored sweating function and barrier in AD adults

2022Positive (efficacy)PMID:35298858View source ↗

Sources: 10 clinical journals and regulatory databases across the US, EU, Korea, Japan, and China. Every entry points to a specific document. See methodology for the full list and what each outcome label means.

Full ingredient list

Everything on the package label, not just the tracked actives above.

Fragrance freeDrying alcohol freeSulfates freeParabens freeSilicones free
+Show all 45 ingredients

Listed in the order printed on the package. By regulation, ingredients at 1% or higher are listed in descending order by concentration, so the first entry is the largest part of the formula.

  1. Water
  2. Glycerin
  3. Butylene Glycol
  4. Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride
  5. Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
  6. Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
  7. 1,2-Hexanediol
  8. Cetyl Alcohol
  9. Cetyl Palmitate
  10. Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/​VP Copolymer
  11. Sorbitan Palmitate
  12. Sorbitan Olivate
  13. Glyceryl Stearate
  14. Stearyl Alcohol
  15. Xanthan Gum
  16. Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
  17. Myristyl Alcohol
  18. Squalane
  19. Caffeine
  20. Hydrolyzed Soy Protein (900Ppm)
  21. Hydrogenated Lecithin
  22. Pentylene Glycol
  23. Ethylhexylglycerin
  24. Adenosine
  25. Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
  26. Phytosterols
  27. Lauryl Alcohol
  28. Centella Asiatica Extract(150Ppm)
  29. Hydrolyzed Pea Protein (100Ppm)
  30. Madecassoside (90Ppm)
  31. Asiaticoside (60Ppm)
  32. Caprylyl Glycol
  33. Xylitylglucoside
  34. Anhydroxylitol
  35. Copper Tripeptide-1(20.02Ppm)
  36. Xylitol
  37. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8(10.02Ppm)
  38. Asiatic Acid(6Ppm)
  39. Madecassic Acid(6Ppm)
  40. Glucose
  41. Ceramide NP
  42. Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
  43. Oligopeptide-32(0.02Ppm)
  44. Oligopeptide-29(0.02Ppm)
  45. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4(0.02Ppm)

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