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“Anti-Ageing Retexturing and Resurfacing Duo Moisturiser”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
alanine, arginine.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: arginine, butyrospermum parkii butter.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 1, ceramide 3, ceramide 6 ii, phytosphingosine, urea
“The Anti-Ageing Retexturing and Resurfacing Duo Moisturiser has been formulated with Cosmetic DroneTM, the most advanced delivery system for active ingredients. Harbouring signature ingredients, the day and night Moisturiser is designed with an anti-ageing Cosmetics DroneTM infused wiith Shea butter and Cottonseed oil.”
This product contains aspartic acid, folic acid, lysine, phloretin, serine, threonine. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
“Anti-Ageing Retexturing and Resurfacing Duo Moisturiser”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with urea, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
This product contains antioxidants (phloretin, thioctic acid, ubiquinone) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - cysteine, pyridoxine also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: alanine, cysteine, phenylethyl resorcinol, phloretin.


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A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylheptyl caprylateAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholEnhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeUsed to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopiteA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateMight help reduce hyperpigmentation in skin and help neutralize free radicals
More about Phenylethyl resorcinolWorks as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidLong sugars that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycansUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolWorks as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideHelps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation
More about Sorbitan palmitateHelps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineA fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalA potent antioxidant that is able to penetrate the skin barrier. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin, fight photodamage and reduce hyperpigmentation. It is, however, unstable and loses effectiveness when exposed to light. Effective products with phloretin must come in air-tight opaque packaging and use a sophisticated delivery technology
More about PhloretinOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateMight help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Pyridoxine hclUsed to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinHelps support skin barrier function improving skin hydration and reducing sensitivity
More about Calcium pantothenateHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeA colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideA fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcelluloseA salt of an amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about Histidine hclHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolIs used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections
More about Polymethyl methacrylateAn emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolA type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 1A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 6 iiA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 3Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidYeast extract that contains magnesium. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/magnesium fermentHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHelps oil and water mix together
More about Glyceryl linoleateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl linolenateCoenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateAn amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
More about Aspartic acidAn amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
More about IsoleucineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about LysineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidNaturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaYeast extract that contains iron. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/iron fermentYeast extract that contains copper. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help in skin wound healing
More about Saccharomyces/copper fermentHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineCould be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurineYeast extract that contains silicon. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/silicon fermentYeast extract that contains zinc. Can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Evidence of effectiveness for other benefits is missing
More about Saccharomyces/zinc fermentMight help neutralize free radicals in skin and might be helpful against hyperpigmentation
More about CysteineAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and may help reduce inflammation in skin
More about Pantothenic acidMight have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect
More about BiotinCan help stimulate collagen production in skin. While available studies are promising, more research is needed to confirm the efficacy in skin
More about Folic acidCan support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminMight help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. It might be irritating
More about PyridoxineWater, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propylheptyl caprylate, Glyceryl stearate, Cetyl alcohol, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Diglycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Peg-75 stearate, Cera alba, Trehalose, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone, Sodium polyacrylate, Parfum, Steareth-20, Ceteth-20, Ethylhexylglycerin, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Tocopheryl acetate, Phenylethyl resorcinol, Titanium dioxide, Potassium sorbate, Disodium edta, Allantoin, Polyglyceryl-10 dilaurate, Glycerin, Lactic acid, Hazelnut seed oil polyglyceryl-6 esters, Watermelon seed oil polyglyceryl-6 esters, Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans, Butylene glycol, Titanium dioxide, Naringin, Sorbitan palmitate, Morinda citrifolia seed extract, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Dicetyl phosphate, Niacinamide, Arginine, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Phloretin, Citronellol, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium starch octenylsuccinate, Hexyl cinnamal, Pyridoxine hcl, Maltodextrin, Calcium pantothenate, Disodium adenosine triphosphate, Mannitol, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Rna, Tin oxide, Hydroxycitronellal, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Dna, Polysorbate 20, Histidine hcl, Sorbitol, Lecithin, Xanthan gum, Propylene glycol, Polymethyl methacrylate, Phenylalanine, Geraniol, Linalool, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 6 ii, Ceramide 3, Carbomer, Trilaurin, Tyrosine, Citric acid, Thioctic acid, Diacetyl boldine, Saccharomyces/magnesium ferment, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl linoleate, Glyceryl linolenate, Ubiquinone, Bht, Retinyl palmitate, Silica, Aspartic acid, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Alanine, Serine, Leucine, Histidine, Glycine, Lysine, Threonine, Glutamic acid, Yeast amino acids, Urea, Saccharomyces/iron ferment, Saccharomyces/copper ferment, Thiamine/yeast polypeptide, Betaine, Inositol, Taurine, Saccharomyces/silicon ferment, Saccharomyces/zinc ferment, Cysteine, Tryptophan, Methionine, Glyceryl caprylate, Pantothenic acid, Sodium metabisulfite, Riboflavin, Biotin, Folic acid, Cyanocobalamin, Pyridoxine
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| Able SkincareAnti-Ageing Retexturing and Resurfacing Duo MoisturiserYOUR PRODUCT | Avant Skincare2-1 Glutamic Skin Lightening and Dark Spot Reducer | MEDI-PEELGold Age Tox H8 Cream | CeraVeBaby Moisturizing Lotion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 75% | 72% |
| Price | — | $116.30 | $20.25 | $9.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 33 of 50 | 21 of 50 | 7 of 50 |
| Key difference | — | Oleyl Erucate | Oligopeptide-1 | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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