Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Betaine + 3 moreWorks
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).
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
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.
This ingredient tartaric acid might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
ExfoliationTartaric acid, Salix nigra bark extract + 1 moreNot delivered
This product might help exfoliate the skin with tartaric acid, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Anti-blemishAllantoinNot delivered
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Tartaric acid, Pyrus malus fruit extractMay help
This product contains antioxidants (tartaric acid) 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: Citrus limon fruit extract, Citrus japonica fruit extract + 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~4–6.1%
- 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-10 laurate~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateSalix nigra bark extract~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractBetaine~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineTartaric acid~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
More about Tartaric acidPyrus malus fruit extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCitric acid~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCitrus limon fruit extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractSodium hydroxide~0.45–1%
Triticum vulgare bran extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vitis vinifera skin extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus japonica fruit extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Allantoin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinXanthan gum~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.4%
Sodium gluconate~0.05–0.25%
Citrus paradisi fruit extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneSodium benzoate~0.05–0.1%
Linalool~0.01–0.05%
Potassium sorbate~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Salix nigra bark extract, Betaine, Tartaric acid, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Phenoxyethanol, Citric acid, Citrus limon fruit extract, Sodium hydroxide, Triticum vulgare bran extract, Vitis vinifera skin extract, Citrus japonica fruit extract, Allantoin, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium gluconate, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Limonene, Sodium benzoate, Linalool, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| BABORPerfection Ampoule Serum ConcentratesYOUR PRODUCT | BootsIngredients Hyaluronic Acid Serum | kiligProbiotics & Niacinamide face serum | Elizabeth GrantProfessional Institute Ceramide Drops Duo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | $50.00 | — | — | $26.00−$24.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Hyaluronate | Niacinamide | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"BABOR - Perfection Ampoule Serum Concentrates" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (betaine 2.00% - 2.90% and glycerin 4.00% - 6.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 42.90$ in the United States and for 53.62£ 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
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