BABOR

BABOR Skinovage Moisturizing Serum

Name: BABOR - Skinovage Moisturizing Serum
Brand: BABOR

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Moisturizing

Panthenol, Urea + 15 more

Works well

What the product description says

“Skinovage Moisturizing Serum”

From product name

This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, biosaccharide gum-1.

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, urea

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~1.6–2.5%

UreaHero· HumectantEffect: HighNaturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations~0.05–0.2%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~3.2–4.7%

BetaineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~2.6–3.9%

Sodium lactateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product~1.2–1.9%

Sodium pcaKey active· HumectantEffect: HighNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer~1–1.5%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.8%

Biosaccharide gum-1Key active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps 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~0.15–0.6%

PantolactoneKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.35%

Saccharide isomerateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.35%

FructoseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.3%

GlycineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function~0.05–0.3%

InositolKey active· HumectantEffect: High~0.05–0.1%

Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~0.2–0.8%

Lithothamnion calcareum extractEffect: LowA mineral-rich extract from red algae. Might be able to help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.55%

Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.1–0.45%

NiacinamideUnder-dosedIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production~0.05–0.25%

Anti-aging

Lactic acid, Niacinamide

Not delivered

What the product description says

“It also improves skin elasticity for a more youthful complexion.”

Source: Allbeauty

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.

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

4 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 2 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 12 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Alcohol denat.Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve productsHigh~2.1–3.1%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.45–1%est.

Rhododendron ferrugineum extract—High~0.15–0.6%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.01–0.05%est.

Polyglyceryl-10 laurateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~3.8–5.7%est.

Sodium lactateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the productMedium~1.2–1.9%est.

Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~0.2–0.8%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.6%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.15–0.55%est.

Lactic acidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)Medium~0.1–0.45%est.

Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.35%est.

Comedogenic

1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

1 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Lithothamnion calcareum extractA mineral-rich extract from red algae. Might be able to help attract water to the upper layer of the skin3/5~0.15–0.55%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Polyglyceryl-10 laurate~3.8–5.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Glycerin~3.2–4.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Betaine~2.6–3.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Alcohol denat.~2.1–3.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

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Panthenol~1.6–2.5%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Sodium lactate~1.2–1.9%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product

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Sodium pca~1–1.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer

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Xanthan gum~0.6–1.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Parfum~0.45–1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Pentylene glycol~0.2–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Amylopectin~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Citric acid~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Rhododendron ferrugineum extract~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Biosaccharide gum-1~0.15–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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-1

Lithothamnion calcareum extract~0.15–0.55%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

A mineral-rich extract from red algae. Might be able to help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

More about Lithothamnion calcareum extract

Lactic acid~0.1–0.45%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Evens skin toneExfoliationMoisturizingAnti-aging

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

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Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Linalool~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Saccharide isomerate~0.1–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Pantolactone~0.1–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Fructose~0.05–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Glycine~0.05–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function

More about Glycine

Niacinamide~0.05–0.25%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Evens skin toneAnti-agingMoisturizingAnti-blemishReduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterialReduces redness

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

More about Niacinamide

Urea~0.05–0.2%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingExfoliation

Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations

More about Urea

Inositol~0.05–0.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

More about Inositol

Limonene~0.01–0.05%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

More about Limonene

Ingredient list view

Water, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Glycerin, Betaine, Alcohol denat., Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium lactate, Sodium pca, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Sodium hyaluronate, Pentylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Amylopectin, Citric acid, Rhododendron ferrugineum extract, Biosaccharide gum-1, Lithothamnion calcareum extract, Lactic acid, Sodium benzoate, Linalool, Saccharide isomerate, Potassium sorbate, Pantolactone, Fructose, Glycine, Niacinamide, Urea, Inositol, Limonene

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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.

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	BABORSkinovage Moisturizing SerumYOUR PRODUCT	L300INTENSIVE MOISTURE FACE SERUM	ISANAHyaluron Booster Feuchtigkeitskonzentrat	KruidvatHyaluron Booster Drops
Match	—	69%	68%	68%
Price	—	—	$7.49	—
Shared key ingredients	—	12 of 13	11 of 13	11 of 13
Key difference	—	Niacinamide	Glycosphingolipids	Glycosphingolipids
Irritancy	High	Low	Medium	Medium
Drying alcohol	Contains drying alcohol	—	Contains drying alcohol	Contains drying alcohol
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Product summary

"BABOR - Skinovage Moisturizing Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing

Ingredient callouts

Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 1.60% - 2.50% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Humectants (inositol 0.05% - 0.10%, urea 0.05% - 0.20%, glycine 0.05% - 0.30%, fructose 0.05% - 0.30%, pantolactone 0.10% - 0.35%, saccharide isomerate 0.10% - 0.35%, biosaccharide gum-1 0.15% - 0.60%, sodium hyaluronate 0.35% - 0.80%, sodium pca 1.00% - 1.50%, sodium lactate 1.20% - 1.90%, panthenol 1.60% - 2.50%, betaine 2.60% - 3.90% and glycerin 3.20% - 4.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.

1
In Vitro Assessment of Skin Irritation Potential of Surfactant-based Formulations by Using a 3-D Skin Reconstructed Tissue Model and Cytokine Responseresearchgate.net
2
Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
3
Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
4
Safety Assessment of Panthenol, Pantothenic Acid, and Derivatives as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
5
Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
6
Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin careresearchgate.net
7
Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
8
Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
9
Safety Assessment of Panthenol, Pantothenic Acid, and Derivatives as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
10
Effect of Topical Application of Glycine and Proline on Recalcitrant Leg Ulcers of Prolidase Deficiencyjamanetwork.com
11
Functional glycine receptor in cultured human keratinocytesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
12
Niacinamide - mechanisms of action and its topical use in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
13
Gehring, W. (2004). Nicotinic acid/niacinamide and the skin. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 3(2), 88–93. doi:10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00115.x ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
14
Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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