bareMinerals Skinlongevity™ Long Life Herb Serum
Works for
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Ascorbyl glucoside + 3 moreWorks well
“Our new and improved plant-powered anti-ageing serum also dramatically improves key visible signs of ageing, reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles while improving texture, tone and radiance.”
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: ascorbyl glucoside, 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.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 + 12 moreWorks well
“Our powerhouse serum is clinically shown to strengthen skin’s barrier by 45%* to better resist damaging environmental aggressors, free radicals and stress.”
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:
glycerin, sodium lactate.
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: dimethicone, squalane.
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
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Ascorbyl glucosideWorks well
“Our new and improved plant-powered anti-ageing serum also dramatically improves key visible signs of ageing, reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles while improving texture, tone and radiance.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: ascorbyl glucoside.
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-blemishSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ascorbyl glucoside, TocopherolMay help
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbyl glucoside) 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 unshiu peel extract, Alcohol + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Propanediol~4.8–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolNiacinamide~4.1–5%
- 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 NiacinamideAscorbyl glucoside~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideGlycerin~2.4–3%
- 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 GlycerinIsodecyl neopentanoate~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
More about Isodecyl neopentanoateSqualane~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneTrehalose~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehalosePeucedanum japonicum leaf/stem extract~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eschscholzia californica leaf cell extract~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharomyces ferment lysate filtrate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces ferment lysate filtrateCitrus unshiu peel extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.6–0.9%
- 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-7Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.55–0.85%
- 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-1Zingiber aromaticus extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 glycolDimethicone~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconePotassium hydroxide~0.45–0.7%
Isostearic acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Isostearic acidCarbomer~0.35–0.65%
- 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 CarbomerAlcohol~0.35–0.6%
- 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 AlcoholEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.6%
Lauryl betaine~0.45–0.65%
Behenyl alcohol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholStearamidopropyl dimethylamine~0.3–0.6%
Xanthan gum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium citrate~0.3–0.55%
- 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 citrateBeheneth-20~0.3–0.6%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerTocopherol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolBatyl alcohol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol. Used to stabilize other ingredients and is an emollient
More about Batyl alcoholDisodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Sodium metaphosphate~0.25–0.5%
Citric acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPolysorbate 20~0.25–0.5%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~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~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.1–0.2%
Sodium lactate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateSodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIron oxides~0.1–0.15%
- 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, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Ascorbyl glucoside, Glycerin, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Squalane, Trehalose, Peucedanum japonicum leaf/stem extract, Eschscholzia californica leaf cell extract, Saccharomyces ferment lysate filtrate, Citrus unshiu peel extract, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Zingiber aromaticus extract, Butylene glycol, Dimethicone, Potassium hydroxide, Isostearic acid, Carbomer, Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lauryl betaine, Behenyl alcohol, Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, Xanthan gum, Sodium citrate, Beheneth-20, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Batyl alcohol, Disodium edta, Sodium metaphosphate, Citric acid, Polysorbate 20, Sodium metabisulfite, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Sodium lactate, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Iron oxides
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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.
| bareMineralsSkinlongevity™ Long Life Herb SerumYOUR PRODUCT | REMEDY SCIENCEREMEDY for healthy aging | Physicians Formula24-Karat Gold Collagen Serum | NuFaceFirming + Radiant Super Peptide Booster Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 93% | 93% | 93% |
| Price | — | $35.00 | — | $65.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Retinol | Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract | Magnesium Aspartate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"bareMinerals - Skinlongevity™ Long Life Herb Serum" is effective for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (4.10% - 5.00%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.55% - 0.85% and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.60% - 0.90%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (sodium lactate 0.15% - 0.30%, trehalose 1.40% - 1.80% and glycerin 2.40% - 3.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "bareMinerals" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 28.12£ 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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