Works for
ExfoliationRetinolWorks well
“The concentrated formula contains 0.75% Retinol to help 'fill' in wrinkles and diminish the look of hyperpigmentation by resurfacing the skin.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: retinol.
Evens skin toneRetinolWorks well
“The concentrated formula contains 0.75% Retinol to help 'fill' in wrinkles and diminish the look of hyperpigmentation by resurfacing the skin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
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-agingRetinol, Magnesium aluminum silicateWorks well
“The concentrated formula contains 0.75% Retinol to help 'fill' in wrinkles and diminish the look of hyperpigmentation by resurfacing the skin.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol.
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.
MoisturizingSoluble collagen, Glycerin + 2 moreWorks
“Soluble collagen helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and enhance firmness and elasticity, while Hyaluronic Acid and antioxidant Vitamin E moisturize and protect.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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).
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, Tocopheryl acetateWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (retinol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · RetinolWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: RetinolMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Soluble collagen~6.5–9.7%
- 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 Soluble collagenGlycerin~3.7–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinHydrolyzed elastin~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateRetinol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolTocopheryl acetate~1.2–1.7%
- 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 acetateLinum usitatissimum seed extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 20~0.55–1.3%
Octoxynol-9~0.45–1.05%
Propylene glycol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolXanthan gum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateQuaternium-15~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bht~0.05–0.1%
Ci 19140~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Soluble collagen, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed elastin, Sodium hyaluronate, Retinol, Tocopheryl acetate, Linum usitatissimum seed extract, Polysorbate 20, Octoxynol-9, Propylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Quaternium-15, Bht, Ci 19140
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| BiopelleRetriderm Serum PlusYOUR PRODUCT | AesthetiCareRetriderm Vitamin A 0.5% Retinol Skin Serum | ilsoER Firming Serum 30ml | Dr Dennis GrossHyaluronic Marine™ Hydration Booster Serum | Dr. Dennis Gross | |
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| Match | — | 100% | 93% | 92% |
| Price | $89.50 | — | $24.54−$64.96 | $20.00−$69.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | — | Niacinamide | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol)ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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