Works for
Evens skin toneGluconolactone ~0.45–0.7%, below the ~1% it needsUnder-dosed
“The ingenious component also helps to minimise the look of an uneven skin-tone, while Vinanza Oxifend works to lessen the appearance of redness and irritation.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Vitis vinifera seed extract, Rubus idaeus seed oil + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (vitis vinifera seed extract) 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 - rubus idaeus seed oil also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingSide benefit the brand mentions · Vitis vinifera seed extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 1 moreMay help
“The sumptuous cocktail is finished with Kiwi Fruit Enzymes, helping to encourage the look of a refreshed, wide-awake complexion, complete with a youthful glow.”
This product contains vitis vinifera seed extract. This ingredient 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Cinnamal + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~7.3–8.9%
- 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 juiceCyathea medullaris leaf extract~4.9–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sclerotium gum~3.4–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumVitis vinifera fruit extract~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractVitis vinifera seed extract~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis vinifera seed extractActinidia chinensis seed extract~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rubus idaeus seed oil~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus idaeus seed oilGanoderma lucidum extract~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Ganoderma lucidum extractWater~0.95–1.15%
Aloe barbadensis extract~0.65–0.95%
- 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 extractCyathea medullaris leaf extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gluconolactone~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Vitis vinifera~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis viniferaXanthan gum~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumVitis vinifera~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis viniferaActinidia chinensis leaf extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Actinidia chinensis leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rubus idaeus extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Rubus idaeus extractGanoderma lucidum extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Ganoderma lucidum extractParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBenzyl alcohol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCinnamal~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citral~0.15–0.25%
Citronellol~0.1–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cyathea medullaris leaf extract, Sclerotium gum, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Actinidia chinensis seed extract, Unknown, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Ganoderma lucidum extract, Water, Aloe barbadensis extract, Cyathea medullaris leaf extract, Gluconolactone, Sodium benzoate, Unknown, Vitis vinifera, Xanthan gum, Vitis vinifera, Actinidia chinensis leaf extract, Actinidia chinensis leaf extract, Rubus idaeus extract, Ganoderma lucidum extract, Parfum, Benzyl alcohol, Cinnamal, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol
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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.
| AntipodesApostle Sensitive Skin Renew SerumYOUR PRODUCT | SkinPointEightAge-Adapt Night Concentrate | DermadoctorCalm Cool + Corrected Bakuchiol Retinol Alternative Serum | MZ SkinHyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 57% | 56% |
| Price | — | $372.59 | $39.00 | $112.54 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 4 | 1 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Bakuchiol | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Antipodes - Apostle Sensitive Skin Renew Serum" is effective for: Anti-aging, Exfoliation and Evens skin tone
Ingredient callouts
- Exfoliating acids (). In this concentration, they will have a noticeable exfoliating effect. They can also have an anti-aging effect and stimulate collagen production in a long-run. PHAs (gluconolactone 3.70% - 5.60%) in this product also work for improving skin hydration. They might be even able to stimulate the production of skin's natural humectants and support the healthy skin microbiome.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Antipodes" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 49.00A$ in Australia, for 45.00$ in the United States and from 37.00£ up to 45.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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