Works for
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Adenosine + 8 moreWorks well
“Hibiscus Anti-Aging Serum”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper tripeptide-1, hexapeptide-9, nonapeptide-1, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, 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, Tripeptide-1 + 17 moreWorks well
“Features natural oil component and mushroom extract that moisturize the skin and soothe the skin from external 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:
arginine, 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: arginine, hydrolyzed collagen.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper tripeptide-1, hexapeptide-9, niacinamide, nonapeptide-1, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, tripeptide-1
Evens skin toneSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
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-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceWorks 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Sorbitan sesquioleate + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.9–7.2%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~4.1–5%
- 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 GlycerinGlycereth-26~3–3.7%
Dipropylene glycol~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolNiacinamide~1.8–2.2%
- 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 NiacinamideHibiscus sabdariffa flower extract1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract1,2-hexanediol~0.65–1%
Lonicera japonica flower extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractSorbitan sesquioleate~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateGlycosyl trehalose~0.95–1.15%
Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateArginine~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineHydroxyethylcellulose~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseCarbomer~0.45–0.65%
- 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 CarbomerHydrolyzed collagen~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenGardenia florida fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractXanthan gum~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAdenosine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineDisodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTremella fuciformis extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis extractAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceAcorus calamus root extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Perilla ocymoides leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains a number of volatile compounds and could be irritating
More about Perilla ocymoides leaf extractPpg-26-buteth-26~0.25–0.45%
Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolWheat amino acids~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.2–0.4%
Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilOcimum basilicum oil~0.25–0.4%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilSalvia sclarea oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilAcetyl hexapeptide-8~0.2–0.4%
- 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 Acetyl hexapeptide-8Copper tripeptide-1~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4~0.15–0.3%
- 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 pentapeptide-4Tripeptide-1~0.2–0.35%
- 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 Tripeptide-1Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.2–0.4%
- 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-1Natto gum~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexapeptide-9~0.1–0.2%
- 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 Hexapeptide-9Nonapeptide-1~0.1–0.2%
- 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 Nonapeptide-1Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, Dipropylene glycol, Niacinamide, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Glycosyl trehalose, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Arginine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Carbomer, Hydrolyzed collagen, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Xanthan gum, Adenosine, Disodium edta, Sodium hyaluronate, Tremella fuciformis extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Acorus calamus root extract, Perilla ocymoides leaf extract, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Caprylyl glycol, Wheat amino acids, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Ocimum basilicum oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Salvia sclarea oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Copper tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Natto gum, Hexapeptide-9, Nonapeptide-1
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| BellflowerHibiscus Anti-Aging SerumYOUR PRODUCT | RNWDER. CONCENTRATE Ceramide Plus | EqqualberryNAD+ Peptide Boosting Serum | Farm StayBlack Snail & Peptide9 Perfect Ampoule | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 98% | 97% | 97% |
| Price | — | $22.40 | $17.70 | $14.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 14 | 11 of 14 | 10 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ap | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 | Hexapeptide-11 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Bellflower - Hibiscus Anti-Aging Serum" is effective for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (1.80% - 2.20%). 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 (nonapeptide-1 0.10% - 0.20%, hexapeptide-9 0.10% - 0.20%, palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.20% - 0.40%, tripeptide-1 0.20% - 0.35%, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 0.15% - 0.30%, copper tripeptide-1 0.20% - 0.40% and acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.20% - 0.40%). 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. They 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.
- Adenosine 0.30% - 0.55%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Humectants (hexapeptide-9 0.10% - 0.20%, acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.20% - 0.40%, sodium hyaluronate 0.25% - 0.45%, hydrolyzed collagen 0.45% - 0.65%, arginine 0.45% - 0.65% and glycerin 4.10% - 5.00%). 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 25 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Hibiscus sabdariffa L. – A phytochemical and pharmacological reviewsciencedirect.com
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