
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
“Fine lines and wrinkles .”
This product contains lysine, 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.
“MOISTURE BOUND Refreshing Hydra-Gel Oil-Free”
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, anhydroxylitol.
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, dimethicone.


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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 glycolA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneOne 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 GlycerinA 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 DimethiconeHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractA plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseAn 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 GlycinePlant extract that might help calm down inflammation in skin and neutralize free radicals, but effectiveness of topical application is not confirmed. Can be an allergen
More about Hydrolyzed ginseng saponinsAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidAn 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 LysineAn 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 ArginineAn 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 ThreonineA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolUsed to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateUsed to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneA silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolUsed to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerA silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture
More about Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethiconeWorks 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 attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineHelps 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-1Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinIs used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideUsed to dissolve other ingredients. Might be irritating
More about Ethyl hexanediolTypically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateMight be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartateTypically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhyllostachys bambusoides juice, Butylene glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Xylitylglucoside, Alcohol, Tricholoma matsutake extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Zingiber officinale root extract, Trehalose, Serine, Glycine, Hydrolyzed ginseng saponins, Kaempferol, Glutamic acid, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Threonine, Cetearyl alcohol, Peg-40 stearate, Anhydroxylitol, Silica, Sodium polyacrylate, Sucrose stearate, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Hydrogenated polydecene, Polysilicone-11, Xylitol, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, Titanium dioxide, Ppg-5-laureth-5, Betaine, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sodium pca, Hydrated silica, Propylene glycol, Sorbitol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Aluminum hydroxide, Peg-5 rapeseed sterol, Ethyl hexanediol, Proline, Zinc gluconate, Bht, Magnesium aspartate, Copper gluconate, Calcium gluconate, Disodium edta, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Ci 42090, Parfum
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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.
| AMOREPACIFICMOISTURE BOUND Refreshing Hydra-Gel Oil-FreeYOUR PRODUCT | FaceGymLiftwear Lift and Brighten Vitamin C and Bioferment Gel-Cream | SOON+Hemp Seed Moisture Cream | AMPLE:NHyaluron Shot Gel cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 57% | 56% |
| Price | $100.00 | $19.83−$80.17 | $11.99−$88.01 | $52.75−$47.25 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 11 of 22 | 11 of 22 | 6 of 22 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Madecassic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
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