Avant Skincare Damascan Rose Petals Revitalising Facial Serum
Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Betaine + 6 moreWorks well
“Enriched with moisturising superhero Hyaluronic Acid, the serum deeply hydrates your skin and locks in water for a supple look that lasts all day.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Infused with precious botanicals including petals and Orchid Extract, the serum works to soften signs of ageing, making wrinkles appear less noticeable.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Added Rose helps with buffing away at the surface of your face, gently lifting away dead skin and leaving behind a refreshed surface that feels softer.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Rosa hybrid flower extract, Benzyl salicylate + 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%
Betaine~5.4–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePropanediol~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPanthenol~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolRosa hybrid flower extract~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium hyaluronate~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateGlycerin~1.5–2.2%
- 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 GlycerinSodium phytate~1.2–1.8%
Agar~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Polysaccharide derived from seaweed. Used to create a thicker product consistency and might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AgarGellan gum~0.85–1.25%
Calcium alginate~0.45–1.1%
1,2-hexanediol~0.4–0.9%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPeg/ppg-20/6 dimethicone~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone. Helps create a nice product texture and can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg/ppg-20/6 dimethiconePpg-26-buteth-26~0.3–0.7%
Acrylates copolymer~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerButylene glycol~0.2–0.8%
- 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 glycolPropylene glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.65%
Citric acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzyl salicylate~0.1–0.4%
Limonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.35%
Parfum~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTitanium dioxide~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works 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 dioxideCi 73360~0.05–0.15%
Ci 17200~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Betaine, Propanediol, Panthenol, Rosa hybrid flower extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycerin, Sodium phytate, Agar, Gellan gum, Calcium alginate, 1,2-hexanediol, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Peg/ppg-20/6 dimethicone, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Acrylates copolymer, Butylene glycol, Propylene glycol, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl salicylate, Limonene, Linalool, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium dioxide, Ci 73360, Ci 17200
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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.
| Avant SkincareDamascan Rose Petals Revitalising Facial SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Winky LuxOrchid Gelée Serum | DarphinIntral Rescue Super Concentrate | BABORDoctor Babor Lifting Cellular: Dual Face Lift Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 77% | 70% | 69% |
| Price | $136.99 | — | $48.49−$88.50 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | — | Phytosphingosine | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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.
- 1Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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