Works for
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Nelumbo nucifera extractWorks well
“Age Control Even Tone Essence”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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-agingNiacinamide, Tripeptide-3 + 2 moreWorks well
“Used daily, it helps to optimize moisture levels while enhancing luminosity and reinforcing against signs of premature aging.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: tripeptide-3.
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.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Tripeptide-3 + 13 moreWorks well
“Used daily, it helps to optimize moisture levels while enhancing luminosity and reinforcing against signs of premature aging.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": biosaccharide gum-1, galactoarabinan.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, tripeptide-3
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Rosa centifolia flower water, Parfum + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Propanediol~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolZea mays starch~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchGlycol~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Niacinamide~2.7–3.3%
- 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 NiacinamideGlycerin~2.2–2.7%
- 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 GlycerinBis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silaneSaccharide isomerate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateTrehalose~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehalosePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.95–1.15%
- 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 juiceCryptomeria japonica bud extract~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Biosaccharide gum-1~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Butylene glycol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used 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 glycolSodium hyaluronate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTripeptide-3~0.65–1%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Nelumbo nucifera extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might be somewhat helpful in protecting elastin in skin and evening skin tone, but good research is lacking. Contains fragrant components and can be irritating.
More about Nelumbo nucifera extractPentylene glycol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Tetrasodium edta~0.5–0.75%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHydrolyzed yeast protein~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolTrideceth-9~0.4–0.6%
Xanthan gum~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAllantoin~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractMaris aqua~0.3–0.6%
Sea water~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterRosa centifolia flower water~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.3%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Galactoarabinan~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GalactoarabinanPhoenix dactylifera fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumButylphenyl methylpropional~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalHexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Zea mays starch, Unknown, Glycol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Saccharide isomerate, Trehalose, Phenoxyethanol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cryptomeria japonica bud extract, Biosaccharide gum-1, Butylene glycol, Sodium hyaluronate, Tripeptide-3, Potassium sorbate, Nelumbo nucifera extract, Pentylene glycol, Sodium benzoate, Sodium metabisulfite, Tetrasodium edta, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Hydrolyzed yeast protein, Propylene glycol, Trideceth-9, Xanthan gum, Allantoin, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Maris aqua, Unknown, Sea water, Rosa centifolia flower water, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Galactoarabinan, Phoenix dactylifera fruit extract, Parfum, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Hexyl cinnamal
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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.
| AhavaAge Control Even Tone EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | SWANICOCOPeptine Biome For Men All In One Essence | numbuzinNo.9 NAD Bio Lifting-sil Essence | GoodalMoisture Barrier Rich Mist | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 83% | 77% | 76% |
| Price | — | $22.17 | $19.06 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Ahava - Age Control Even Tone Essence" is effective for: Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone, Anti-aging and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.70% - 3.30%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Peptides (tripeptide-3 0.65% - 1.00%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (trehalose 1.30% - 1.60%, sodium hyaluronate 0.70% - 1.05%, saccharide isomerate 1.50% - 1.80%, glycerin 2.20% - 2.70%, biosaccharide gum-1 0.75% - 1.10% and galactoarabinan 0.15% - 0.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 59.00$ in the United States and for 49.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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