Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 + 2 moreStrong evidence
“Regenerating Anti-Wrinkle Night Cream for Mature Skin”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1.
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.
MoisturizingPanthenol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + 15 moreStrong evidence
“Hyaluronic acid and glycerin help maintain skin moisture and support a smooth, supple complexion.”
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:
calcium pca, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, myristyl myristate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, panthenol
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Lactic acidStrong evidence
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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-blemishNot advertised by the brand · NiacinamideStrong evidence
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 3 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~45–55%
C12-15 alkyl benzoate~5.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinEthylhexyl stearate~3.2–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.5–3.1%
- 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 triglycerideCetyl alcohol~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholMyristyl myristate~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristateGlyceryl stearate citrate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateNiacinamide~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 NiacinamidePanthenol~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolGlyceryl stearate~0.7–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateGlycine soja oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilPalmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.55–0.8%
- 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 Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.5–0.75%
- 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 Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Phenoxyethanol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHydroxyacetophenone~0.35–0.65%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateXanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumMannitol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolCalcium pca~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Calcium pcaSorbitan laurate~0.25–0.45%
Faex extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Faex extractC18-36 acid glycol ester~0.25–0.45%
C18-36 acid triglyceride~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium phosphate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateLactic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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)
More about Lactic acidDisodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Disodium succinate~0.2–0.35%
Potassium phosphate~0.2–0.35%
Linalool~0.15–0.3%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Citronellol~0.15–0.25%
Acetyl cedrene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalyl acetate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilIngredient list view
Water, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl stearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetyl alcohol, Myristyl myristate, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Glyceryl stearate, Glycine soja oil, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopheryl acetate, Xanthan gum, Mannitol, Calcium pca, Sorbitan laurate, Faex extract, C18-36 acid glycol ester, C18-36 acid triglyceride, Disodium phosphate, Lactic acid, Disodium edta, Disodium succinate, Potassium phosphate, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Acetyl cedrene, Linalyl acetate, Benzyl alcohol, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil
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| BaleaVital Night CreamYOUR PRODUCT | AbibYesStyle Exclusive PDRN Volume Fill-it Booster Crème 2.5 Tube Mini 5pcs Bundle Set | VitabridWrinkle Cream: Anti-Aging Face Brightening | Vitabrid US | ISDINIsdinceutics A.G.E. Reverse Night | |
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| Match | — | 92% | 91% | 90% |
| Price | $3.99 | $37.53+$33.54 | $70.00+$66.01 | $98.53+$94.54 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 11 | 6 of 11 | 6 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Melatonin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Balea - Vital Night Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. 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. Panthenol, glycerin, mel, royal jelly and butylene glycol 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). Glycine soja oil, oleyl erucate, theobroma cacao seed butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride and dimethicone in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We love that this moisturizer contains a good concentration of niacinamide 4.20% - 5.10%. Niacinamide is a perfect active in a moistruizer because it helps calm down inflamation in skin and support the skin barrier. More than that, it is helpful for most common skin concerns: it helps regulat oil production, help reduce acne and clogged pores, improve skin tone and prevent pigmentation marks. It also helps fight photodamage.
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 from 4.29$ up to 15.42$ in the United States, for 23.32CA$ in Canada and for 16.00£ 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 6Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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