Works for
MoisturizingAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Glycerin + 5 moreWorks well
“Highly purified Microalgae extract delivers an instant and long-term tightening effect, while active 100% natural Hyaluronic Acid locks moisture in the skin matrix and boosts collagen synthesis.”
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:
algae extract, 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: algae extract, argania spinosa kernel oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester
Anti-agingAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Algae extractMay help
“Defy gravity with the vegan-friendly Firming Serum from ARK Skincare ; a revolutionary, anti-ageing serum that tightens, lifts and tones sagging skin by improving resistance to gravity by promoting skin’s elastic fibre architecture.”
This product contains acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester. There is some human evidence that this ingredient helps reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin elasticity and firmness, though it is smaller or less consistent than the evidence for the best anti-aging ingredients.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 3 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~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.9–8.8%
- 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 glycolGlyceryl stearate~3.4–5.2%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateGlycerin~2.2–3.3%
- 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 GlycerinArgania spinosa kernel oil~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilPullulan~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanSodium stearoyl glutamate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Citronellyl methylcrotonate~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerSorbitan laurate~0.4–0.9%
Disodium edta~0.35–0.8%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateParfum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlgae extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractLimonene~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.1–0.35%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl esterLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCitral~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Glycerin, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Pullulan, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Sodium benzoate, Citronellyl methylcrotonate, Potassium sorbate, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Sorbitan laurate, Disodium edta, Sodium hyaluronate, Parfum, Algae extract, Limonene, Geraniol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol, Citral
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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.
| ARK SkincareFirming SerumYOUR PRODUCT | CODAGESerum No.5 Anti-Aging Serum | No7Restore & Renew Multi Action Serum | RilastilHydrotenseur serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 65% | 65% | 64% |
| Price | — | — | $19.84 | $56.67 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Hexapeptide-37 | 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid | Lactobionic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"ARK Skincare - Firming Serum" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester 0.15% - 0.65%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.40% - 0.90%, glycerin 1.70% - 2.50% and hyaluronic acid 22.00% - 33.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 45.00$ up to 62.10$ in the United States, from 37.59£ up to 45.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 78.80CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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