What is it?

The ingredient list, or INCI list, can be a real goldmine for those skilled in the art:

understanding what other Formulators use when developing a cosmetic product

is an interesting part of our job. It is educational as well as insightful.

BEIERSDORF – EUCERIN ATOCONTROL FACE CARE CREAM

A cream specifically formulated for dry skin, Eucerin AtoControl claims to deliver 12% of Omega Fatty Acids.

It is not specified whether it is Omega 3, 6 or 9, but a relevant presence of Grape Seed and Evening Primrose Oils, as well as the skin type the cream is designed to address, lead us to presume Linoleic and Linolenic Acid to be more predominant than Oleic Acid.

The frill-free formula is based on an oil-in-water emulsion designed to restore skin barrier functions, seal moisture and soothe irritated skin.

The overall impression is that, behind an apparent simplicity, lays a well-engineered product.

This formula features a balanced blend of vegetable (e.g. Evening Primrose Oil, Licorice Extract), naturally-derive ...