Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Evens skin tone3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“An advanced formula that helps prevent and treat age spots, promoting a clearer, more even skin tone.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: hydroxyphenoxy propionic acid
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.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · 8 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
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:
dextran, 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: oryza sativa bran oil, lecithin.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: nonapeptide-1, panthenol
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains nonapeptide-1. 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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 5 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Bellis perennis flower extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.8–7.2%
- 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 GlycerinLecithin~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinOryza sativa bran oil~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilTocopheryl acetate~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateButylene glycol~1.6–2.5%
- 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 glycolPanthenol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolBellis perennis flower extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Bellis perennis flower extractAscorbic acid~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidHydroxyphenoxy propionic acid~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone
More about Hydroxyphenoxy propionic acidRumex occidentalis extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolXanthan gum~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamatePotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain antioxidants
More about Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractLactic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidSclerotium gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumLavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilPogostemon cablin oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractBackhousia citriodora leaf extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used mostly as a fragrance. Can have some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties
More about Backhousia citriodora leaf extractBeer extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus glauca fruit extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Davidsonia jerseyana fruit extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dextran~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
More about DextranNonapeptide-1~0.05–0.25%
- 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 Nonapeptide-1Mentha viridis leaf oil~0.05–0.15%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.2%
Tetrasodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Lecithin, Oryza sativa bran oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Butylene glycol, Panthenol, Bellis perennis flower extract, Ascorbic acid, Hydroxyphenoxy propionic acid, Rumex occidentalis extract, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan gum, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Potassium sorbate, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Lactic acid, Sclerotium gum, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pogostemon cablin oil, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Backhousia citriodora leaf extract, Unknown, Beer extract, Citrus glauca fruit extract, Davidsonia jerseyana fruit extract, Dextran, Nonapeptide-1, Mentha viridis leaf oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrasodium edta, Sodium metabisulfite
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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.
| Aspect DoctorPigment Punch+YOUR PRODUCT | Goldfaden MDBrightening Elixir Advanced Brightening + Anti-Oxidant Treatment | Youth To The PeopleAdaptogen Deep Moisture Cream Packet | SkinCeuticalsAnti-Aging System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 75% | 74% | 68% |
| Price | $204.92 | $48.00−$156.92 | $52.00−$152.92 | $104.00−$100.92 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Ferulic Acid | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Aspect Doctor - Pigment Punch+" works well for improving skin hydration This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Panthenol, dextran, glycerin and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Oryza sativa bran oil and lecithin in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this moisturizer it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (1.00% - 1.50%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (nonapeptide-1 0.05% - 0.25%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 1.30% - 2.00% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 155.00A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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