KANEBO
Skin Harmonizer
Sometime last year, I was invited to a KANEBO event for the launch of some new releases from the brand.
29 of 29 ingredients identified
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Contains fragrance
Fragrance is a common trigger for sensitivity and irritation in reactive skin.
Category breakdown
Other · 7Humectant · 5Solvent / vehicle · 4Emollient · 4Soothing · 2Preservative · 2Antioxidant · 1Active · 1UV filter · 1Surfactant · 1Fragrance · 1
Relationships
Works well together
Diglycol Guanidine Succinate + GlycerinN-Amidino-L-Proline + GlycerinHydroxyundecanoic Acid + GlycerinEthyl Glucoside + GlycerinPEG-11 Methyl Ether Dimethicone + DimethiconePEG-11 Methyl Ether Dimethicone + Glycerin
Full ingredient breakdown
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A gold-standard humectant that draws water into the skin.
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German chamomile flower extract rich in bisabolol and apigenin, used to calm and soothe sensitive or irritated skin.
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An extract of eucalyptus leaves used for its soothing, antioxidant, and mild antimicrobial properties; contains flavonoids and polyphenols from the leaf rather than the volatile essential oil.
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A plant-derived sugar alcohol that hydrates skin and supports its moisture barrier.
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A guanidine-modified proline amino acid derivative. Functions as a humectant in skincare formulations. Found in Kanebo premium skincare.
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A glycoside ester of glucose and ethanol. Functions as a gentle humectant. Used in Kanebo's Skin Harmonizer for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
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Aqueous extract from watercress (Nasturtium officinale) leaves and stems. Rich in glucosinolates, vitamins, and minerals. Used in Shiseido and Elixir formulas for its antioxidant and mild skin-conditioning properties.
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Hydrolyzed proteins from white lupine (Lupinus albus). Contains short peptides that stimulate elastin and fibronectin production in the dermis, improving skin firmness. Used as a plant-based alternative to animal collagen in firming formulations.
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A broad-spectrum mineral UV filter that is also soothing.
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A methyl glucoside ethoxylate (20 ethylene oxide units) used as a gentle humectant that provides lasting hydration with a non-tacky finish.