Works for
MoisturizingOleoyl dipeptide-15, Oleoyl tetrapeptide-31 + 7 moreWorks well
“Evening Primrose Oil, rich in fatty acid and vitamins, nourishes the skin and helps restore its natural balance.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, oenothera biennis oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: oleoyl dipeptide-15, oleoyl tetrapeptide-31
Anti-agingRetinal, Oleoyl dipeptide-15 + 2 moreWorks well
“Avène A-Oxitive Night Peeling Cream helps to prevent the first signs of ageing and limit damage caused by oxidative stress, providing a cosmetic superficial peel effect.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinal.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: oleoyl dipeptide-15, oleoyl tetrapeptide-31.
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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“A-Oxitive Night Peeling Cream”
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.
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · RetinalWorks well
“Skin is smoother, more refined, the complexion is more even and fine lines are reduced.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinal.
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Retinal, Oenothera biennis oilWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinal. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: RetinalMedium 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%
Triethylhexanoin~8.8–10.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinCyclopentasiloxane~5.1–6.2%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxaneCetearyl alcohol~2.9–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCyclohexasiloxane~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneCeteareth-20~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Polymethyl methacrylate~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections
More about Polymethyl methacrylateCeteareth-33~1.8–2.2%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Bht~0.75–1.1%
Caramel~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.6–0.95%
Mica~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaOenothera biennis oil~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilOleoyl dipeptide-15~0.5–0.75%
- 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 Oleoyl dipeptide-15Oleoyl tetrapeptide-31~0.45–0.65%
- 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 Oleoyl tetrapeptide-31Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCi 17200~0.3–0.55%
Retinal~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
One step removed from the biologically active in skin form of vitamin A. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinal is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. Concentrations of 0.05% and 0.1% are shown to be effective. It can, however, be irritating
More about RetinalSilica~0.35–0.65%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Titanium dioxide~0.2–0.35%
- 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 dioxideTocopherol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolTocopheryl glucoside~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Antioxidant that helps stabilize product formulations and, if used in higher concentration, might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Tocopheryl glucosideIngredient list view
Water, Triethylhexanoin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetearyl alcohol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Ceteareth-20, Polymethyl methacrylate, Ceteareth-33, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Benzoic acid, Bht, Caramel, Disodium edta, Mica, Oenothera biennis oil, Oleoyl dipeptide-15, Oleoyl tetrapeptide-31, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 17200, Retinal, Silica, Sodium hydroxide, Titanium dioxide, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl glucoside
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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.
| AvèneA-Oxitive Night Peeling CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Eau Thermale AveneYstheal Anti-Wrinkle Emulsion | AbsoricaRetinal | Eczema HoneyConcentrated Cocktail Renewal Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 66% | 66% |
| Price | — | $42.00 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Mineral Oil | Colloidal Oatmeal |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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.
- 1
- 2
- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 5
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