Works for
MoisturizingHexapeptide-48 hcl, Glycerin + 9 moreWorks well
“Lifting and Firming”
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:
betaine, biosaccharide gum-1.
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: chondrus crispus extract, caprylyl glycol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: hexapeptide-48 hcl
Anti-agingHexapeptide-48 hcl, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceMay help
“The elasticity of the skin is enhanced and the depth of lines and wrinkles is visually reduced.”
This product contains hexapeptide-48 hcl. 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?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~40–60%
Methylsilanol mannuronate~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~3.5–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinPolyglyceryl-5 laurate~2.4–3.6%
Betaine~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHydroxypropyl methylcellulose~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulosePullulan~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanTerminalia catappa leaf extract~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~0.55–1.35%
- 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 glycolSambucus nigra flower extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Sambucus nigra flower extractParfum~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumChondrus crispus extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractCarbomer~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.8%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Pvp~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpTannic acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePorphyridium cruentum extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A red algae extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an antioxidant effect
More about Porphyridium cruentum extractCoco-glucoside~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideLinalool~0.1–0.4%
Caprylyl glycol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.45%
Biosaccharide gum-1~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Alcohol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholCitric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateHexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.3%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.05–0.25%
Glaucine~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbic acid~0.05–0.2%
Benzyl alcohol~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzyl benzoate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateHexapeptide-48 hcl~0.05–0.1%
- 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 Hexapeptide-48 hclSodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Biotin~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect
More about BiotinIngredient list view
Water, Methylsilanol mannuronate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-5 laurate, Betaine, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Pullulan, Terminalia catappa leaf extract, Propylene glycol, Sambucus nigra flower extract, Parfum, Chondrus crispus extract, Carbomer, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium sorbate, Pvp, Tannic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Porphyridium cruentum extract, Coco-glucoside, Linalool, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium hydroxide, Biosaccharide gum-1, Alcohol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Geraniol, Glaucine, Sorbic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl benzoate, Hexapeptide-48 hcl, Sodium benzoate, Biotin
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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.
| BABORAmpoules Lifting: Lifting and FirmingYOUR PRODUCT | RodialDragon's Blood Water Serum | Skinbetter ScienceInterFuse Intensive Treatment LINES | Lancer SkincareLift Serum Intense | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 54% | 54% |
| Price | $50.00 | $127.71+$77.71 | $245.00+$195.00 | $304.21+$254.21 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains 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 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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