bareMinerals Ageless Genius Firming & Wrinkle Smoothing Neck Cream
Works for
MoisturizingArginine/lysine polypeptide, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 18 moreWorks well
“Powered by the skin-loving mineral Gold with age-defying peptides, this rich cream visibly reduces the appearance of wrinkles and horizontal neck lines while deeply hydrating the skin.”
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:
acetyl hydroxyproline, 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: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: arginine/lysine polypeptide
Anti-agingArginine/lysine polypeptide, Butyrospermum parkii butterMay help
“Powered by the skin-loving mineral Gold with age-defying peptides, this rich cream visibly reduces the appearance of wrinkles and horizontal neck lines while deeply hydrating the skin.”
This product contains arginine/lysine polypeptide. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Gardenia florida flower extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.5–5.4%
- 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 triglycerideButyrospermum parkii butter~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHelianthus annuus seed oil~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilC10-18 triglycerides~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesZea mays oil~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Zea mays oilGlycerin~1.4–1.7%
- 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 GlycerinCetyl alcohol~1.2–1.4%
- 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 alcoholGlyceryl stearate~0.9–1.1%
- 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 stearateSesamum indicum seed oil~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilMacadamia integrifolia seed oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Macadamia integrifolia seed oilJojoba esters~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersOlea europaea fruit oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilGardenia florida flower extract~0.3–0.6%
Jasminum officinale flower extract~0.35–0.6%
Chlorella vulgaris extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractLeontopodium alpinum callus culture extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant stem cell extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin
More about Leontopodium alpinum callus culture extractHelianthus annuus seed wax~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxAcacia decurrens flower wax~0.3–0.55%
Hydrolyzed algin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed alginMaris sal~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salCarbomer~0.25–0.5%
- 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 CarbomerArginine/lysine polypeptide~0.25–0.45%
- 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 Arginine/lysine polypeptidePeg-75 stearate~0.25–0.5%
Ceteth-20~0.4–0.65%
Steareth-20~0.35–0.65%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.5%
- 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 acetateSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Xanthan gum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPolyglycerin-3~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium carbonate~0.25–0.5%
Tbhq~0.2–0.4%
Gold~0.25–0.45%
Silica~0.4–0.6%
Acetyl hydroxyproline~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that can support ceramides production in skin and reduce water-loss
More about Acetyl hydroxyprolineParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitral~0.2–0.35%
Limonene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Chlorphenesin~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIron oxides~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Helianthus annuus seed oil, C10-18 triglycerides, Zea mays oil, Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Jojoba esters, Olea europaea fruit oil, Gardenia florida flower extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Leontopodium alpinum callus culture extract, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Acacia decurrens flower wax, Hydrolyzed algin, Maris sal, Carbomer, Arginine/lysine polypeptide, Peg-75 stearate, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium hydroxide, Potassium sorbate, Disodium edta, Xanthan gum, Polyglycerin-3, Citric acid, Sodium carbonate, Tbhq, Gold, Silica, Acetyl hydroxyproline, Parfum, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Sodium benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Iron oxides
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| bareMineralsAgeless Genius Firming & Wrinkle Smoothing Neck CreamYOUR PRODUCT | AlgenistELEVATE Firming and Lifting Contouring Eye Cream | Perricone MDNeuropeptide Firming Facial Concentrate | DermalogicaAge Reversal Eye Complex | |
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| Match | — | 50% | 47% | 46% |
| Price | — | $33.24 | $199.00 | $75.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester | N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate | Retinol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "bareMinerals - Ageless Genius Firming & Wrinkle Smoothing Neck Cream" works well for improving skin hydration As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Acetyl hydroxyproline, glycerin, polyglycerin-3, hydrolyzed algin and leontopodium alpinum callus culture extract 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). Acetyl hydroxyproline, helianthus annuus seed wax, jojoba esters, sesamum indicum seed oil and butyrospermum parkii butter 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 like that this moisturizer contains peptides (arginine/lysine polypeptide 0.25% - 0.45%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "bareMinerals" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 34.40£ 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 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Content of fatty acids in corn (Zea mays L.) oil from Ecuadorresearchgate.net
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