Avant Skincare R.N.A Radical Anti-Ageing & Lifting Duo Moisturiser
Works for
2 of 4 advertised claims delivered
Anti-aging4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“R. N. A Radical Anti-Ageing & Lifting Duo Moisturiser”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains heptapeptide-15 palmitate.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Moisturizing21 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“R. N. A Radical Anti-Ageing & Lifting Duo Moisturiser”
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:
arginine, 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: arginine, butyrospermum parkii butter.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14, heptapeptide-15 palmitate
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNo support
“Formulated using R. N. A, an anti-ageing superhero that not only targets lines but dark spots and sagging too, you’ll be treated to a firmer finish with a more even tone.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNo support
“Added Glycolic Acid also targets firmness while working on dullness as well for a brighter finish.”
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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Vegetable oil~8.4–10.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vegetable oilIsodecyl neopentanoate~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
More about Isodecyl neopentanoateSodium acrylates copolymer~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerParfum~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumButyrospermum parkii butter~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHelianthus annuus seed oil~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilTocopherol~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolArginine~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An 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 ArgininePhospholipids~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsMannitol~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolPyridoxine hcl~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Pyridoxine hclRna~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Histidine hcl~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt of an amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about Histidine hclPhenylalanine~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tyrosine~0.5–0.75%
Hydrogenated cottonseed oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Glycerin~0.5–0.75%
- 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 GlycerinCyclopentasiloxane~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethiconol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolDimethicone~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 DimethiconeHydrogenated polyisobutene~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobutenePolyglyceryl-10 stearate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearatePolyglyceryl-6 dioleate~0.35–0.6%
Dimethicone crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerDisodium adenosine triphosphate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl caprylate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateLactic acid/glycolic acid copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyvinyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
Phenylpropanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
More about PhenylpropanolHeptapeptide-15 palmitate~0.15–0.25%
- 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 Heptapeptide-15 palmitateCopper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14 is a synthetic peptide developed by ingredient supplier Infinitec, which claims that it can increase collagen production in skin when combined with Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate. The complex was tested in vitro (in a lab) and in a clinical test with 30 volunteers, but the latter wasn't placebo-controlled. The manufacturer reported wrinkle reduction after 28 days of use, but the details of the study aren't publicly available.
More about Copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14Xanthan gum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Vegetable oil, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Parfum, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Tocopherol, Arginine, Phospholipids, Mannitol, Pyridoxine hcl, Rna, Histidine hcl, Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, Hydrogenated cottonseed oil, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Polyglyceryl-6 dioleate, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Disodium adenosine triphosphate, Glyceryl caprylate, Lactic acid/glycolic acid copolymer, Polyvinyl alcohol, Phenylpropanol, Heptapeptide-15 palmitate, Copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14, Xanthan gum, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
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| Avant SkincareR.N.A Radical Anti-Ageing & Lifting Duo MoisturiserYOUR PRODUCT | ACURERadically Rejuvenating Whipped Night Cream | TulaFirming & Hydrating Face Moisturizer | Drunk ElephantProtini Polypeptide Cream | |
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| Match | — | 52% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | $108.08 | $20.00−$88.08 | $64.00−$44.08 | $22.00−$86.08 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 13 | 5 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide | Sh-Polypeptide-9 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Avant Skincare - R. N. A Radical Anti-Ageing & Lifting Duo Moisturiser" 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. Copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14, heptapeptide-15 palmitate, arginine, glycerin and mannitol 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). Emollients in this formulation (arginine, butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone, dimethiconol and helianthus annuus seed oil) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- This moistruizer also contains peptides (heptapeptide-15 palmitate 0.15% - 0.25% and copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14 0.10% - 0.20%). Peptides is a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of amino-acids. Our skin produces peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, 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 peptides in skincare are helpful. They 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.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. 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 109.00$ in the United States and from 81.75£ up to 109.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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