Algenist Genius Liquid Collagen Lip by Algenist
Works for
Anti-agingAdenosine, Limnanthes alba seed oil + 1 moreWorks well
“this vegan formula helps smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on and around the lips for a youthful, more enhanced appearance. Ingredients”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
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.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Collagen, Glycerin + 14 moreWorks
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:
diglycerin, glycerin.
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: chlorella protothecoides oil, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Menthoxypropanediol, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl propylmethylmethoxybenzofuran + 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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Collagen~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products
More about CollagenWater~12–17%
Glycerin~4.8–7.1%
- 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 GlycerinIsononyl isononanoate~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateLimnanthes alba seed oil~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilDextrin palmitate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Dextrin palmitatePentylene glycol~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolDiglycerin~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinPropanediol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolMenthoxypropanediol~1–1.6%
Collagen amino acids~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, soften it and support the skin barrier function
More about Collagen amino acidsParachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharides~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Compounds extracted from green algae that could help neutralize free radicals, but evidence of effectiveness in skincare products (topical applicaiton) is missing. Helps moisturize the skin by attracting water to its upper layer
More about Parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharidesChlorella protothecoides oil~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is unlikely to have additional benefits for the skin
More about Chlorella protothecoides oilAcmella oleracea extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brassica alba sprout extract~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHydroxymethoxyphenyl propylmethylmethoxybenzofuran~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
It is a derivative of isoeugenol, an aromatic compound in clove essential oil. It is sold to cosmetic companies under the name Sym3D. The ingredient's manufacturer claims that it is able to plump lips and have an anti-aging effect. The evidence of effectiveness, however, is weak. The lab tests with skin models (not with real people) show that it, in theory, it can increase the number and size of fat cells underneath the skin and can work as an anti-oxidant. To impact the fat cells, the ingredient, however, needs to penetrate deep through the skin - and it is unlikely that it can do this. A clinical test with 44 female volunteers conducted by the manufacturer showed that twice daily application of this ingredient in 0.25% concentration on lips increased their volume by 6% in 28 days. It is unclear where the effect is coming from. It is possible that this visible effect appears because of the skin irritation
More about Hydroxymethoxyphenyl propylmethylmethoxybenzofuranAdenosine~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineTocopherol~0.45–1%
- 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 TocopherolLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateMethyl gluceth-20~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Carbomer~0.35–0.8%
- 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 CarbomerPalmitic acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.75%
Disodium edta~0.3–0.75%
Amodimethicone~0.3–0.7%
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneHomosalate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
More about HomosalateOctocrylene~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneSorbic acid~0.3–0.6%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.6%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolStevia rebaudiana extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that adds a sweat taste to products (for example, for lip products). Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Stevia rebaudiana extractAroma~0.1–0.4%
Benzyl benzoate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateBeta-carotene~0.1–0.35%
Ci 40800~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Collagen, Water, Glycerin, Isononyl isononanoate, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Dextrin palmitate, Pentylene glycol, Diglycerin, Propanediol, Menthoxypropanediol, Collagen amino acids, Parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharides, Chlorella protothecoides oil, Acmella oleracea extract, Brassica alba sprout extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl propylmethylmethoxybenzofuran, Adenosine, Tocopherol, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Methyl gluceth-20, Carbomer, Palmitic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Amodimethicone, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Sorbic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Stevia rebaudiana extract, Aroma, Benzyl benzoate, Beta-carotene, Ci 40800
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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.
| AlgenistGenius Liquid Collagen Lip by AlgenistYOUR PRODUCT | GUERLAINOrchidée Impériale The Eye and Lip Contour Cream | L'OccitaneImmortelle Divine Eye & Lip Contour | innisfreeGreen Tea PDRN Bounce Booster Eye & Lip Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 50% | 48% |
| Price | — | $223.53 | $87.00 | $24.55 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 12 | 3 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Caffeine | Borago Officinalis Seed Oil | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Algenist - Genius Liquid Collagen Lip by Algenist" is effective for: Anti-aging
It could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Adenosine 0.45% - 1.05%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Humectants (parachlorella beijerinckii exopolysaccharides 0.85% - 1.25%, diglycerin 1.40% - 2.10% and glycerin 4.80% - 7.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
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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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