L'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Power Water Power Serum 50ml/1.7oz
Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores
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Summary
This serum contains a mix of safe and synthetic ingredients, including glycerin and shea butter, which are beneficial for skin hydration. However, the presence of dimethicone and ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, which are synthetic compounds, slightly lowers the score due to their processed nature. The product is moderately processed, which impacts its overall rating despite the absence of major harmful chemicals.
Key ingredients 10
Butyrospermum Parkii SeedcakeVery Good
Butyrospermum Parkii Seedcake, derived from shea, is nourishing and helps moisturize and soothe the skin.
GlycerinGood
Glycerin is a well-known moisturizer that helps keep skin hydrated and smooth.
See more about Glycerin →AquaNeutral
Aqua is simply water, serving as a base for the product without adding any specific benefits or concerns.
See more about Aqua →Lauric AcidNeutral
Lauric Acid is a fatty acid used for cleansing, with no significant positive or negative impact on skin.
Myristic AcidNeutral
Myristic Acid is a fatty acid that helps in cleansing and formulation stability, generally neutral in effect.
Dipropylene GlycolNeutral
Dipropylene Glycol acts as a solvent and humectant, aiding in product consistency without significant impact.
See more about Dipropylene Glycol →Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateNeutral
This ingredient is a thickening agent that stabilizes the product, with no notable positive or negative effects.
Butylene GlycolNeutral
Butylene Glycol is a humectant that helps retain moisture, generally considered safe and neutral.
See more about Butylene Glycol →Coco-BetaineBad
Coco-Betaine is a surfactant that can sometimes cause irritation or dryness for sensitive skin.
See more about Coco-Betaine →DimethiconeBad
Occlusive silicone film-former — flagged under clean-beauty doctrine.
See more about Dimethicone →Processing
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