ADVANCED CLINICALS Retinol + Niacinamide Crepey Skin Cream
Works for
4 of 4 advertised claims delivered
Anti-aging5 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“It is known to diminish the look of deep wrinkles, fine lines and sun damage while boosting collagen production to help with firming.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Evens skin tone2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Our powerful Vitamin A (retinol) formula can help minimize the appearance of redness and scars, as well as smooth and soften rough or uneven skin texture and tone.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-blemish4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“BLEMISHES BE GONE , Struggling with blemish-prone skin?”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Moisturizing11 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Retinol + Niacinamide Crepey Skin Cream”
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:
glycerin, caprylyl glycol.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product contains antioxidants (retinol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: retinol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Retinol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One 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 GlycerinCetyl alcohol~3–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 triglycerideC13-15 alkane~2–3%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A 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 butterC18-21 alkane~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Retinol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceGlyceryl stearate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCetearyl phosphate~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Synthetic beeswax~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Synthetic beeswaxNiacinamide~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is 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 NiacinamideOryza sativa bran extract~0.3–0.75%
Helianthus annuus extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractXanthan gum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTocopherol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCarbomer~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetatePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.3%
Hexylene glycol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolBht~0.05–0.15%
Sodium hydroxide~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, C13-15 alkane, Butyrospermum parkii butter, C18-21 alkane, Retinol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl phosphate, Synthetic beeswax, Niacinamide, Oryza sativa bran extract, Helianthus annuus extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Xanthan gum, Tocopherol, Carbomer, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene glycol, Bht, Sodium hydroxide
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| ADVANCED CLINICALSRetinol + Niacinamide Crepey Skin CreamYOUR PRODUCT | BiopelleEmepelle Night Cream | SENTÉIntensive Bio Complete Cream | ArtNaturals LUXEScar Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 92% | 88% | 85% |
| Price | $15.95 | $195.00+$179.05 | $125.00+$109.05 | $16.99+$1.04 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | Linoleic Acid | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol)ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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