Works for
Anti-agingAdenosineWorks well
“Blue algae extract and Pro-Xylane™, help to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles creating a revitalized visage.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
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.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Dimethicone + 15 moreWorks
“Applying with an ultra-fresh texture, the gel moisturiser helps to revitalise the skin with potent natural ingredients.”
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, hydrolyzed rice protein.
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, oryza sativa bran oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Linalool, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~5.1–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinDimethicone~4.2–5.2%
- 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 DimethiconeOctyldodecanol~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolSorbitol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolDivinyldimethicone/dimethicone copolymer~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCarbomer~1.1–1.4%
- 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 CarbomerElaeis guineensis oil~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Elaeis guineensis oilTriethanolamine~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineTocopheryl acetate~0.55–0.85%
- 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 acetatePentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateButylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 glycolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A sugar-derived compound that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to stimulate synthesis of skin's own moisturizing factors, but solid research is lacking. It could be irritating
More about Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriolPentylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolZea mays oil~0.3–0.55%
- 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 oilPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilPropylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 glycolHydrolyzed rice protein~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinPassiflora edulis seed oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
More about Passiflora edulis seed oilOryza sativa bran oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilPolyacrylamide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideXanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumC13-14 isoparaffin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinVitreoscilla ferment~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Adenosine~0.2–0.35%
- 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 AdenosineC12-13 pareth-23~0.25–0.5%
C12-13 pareth-3~0.15–0.3%
Laureth-7~0.15–0.25%
Algae~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cryptomeria japonica bud extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Parfum~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Octyldodecanol, Sorbitol, Divinyldimethicone/dimethicone copolymer, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Elaeis guineensis oil, Triethanolamine, Tocopheryl acetate, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Butylene glycol, Chlorphenesin, Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol, Pentylene glycol, Zea mays oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Propylene glycol, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Oryza sativa bran oil, Polyacrylamide, Xanthan gum, C13-14 isoparaffin, Vitreoscilla ferment, Disodium edta, Adenosine, C12-13 pareth-23, C12-13 pareth-3, Laureth-7, Algae, Cryptomeria japonica bud extract, Linalool, Parfum
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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.
| BIOTHERMForce Supreme Anti-aging GelYOUR PRODUCT | Kate SomervilleWrinkle Warrior Hydration Gel | Paula's choiceResist Anti-ageing Hydrator | VichyIdéalia Day Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 57% | 56% |
| Price | $122.00 | — | $44.78−$77.22 | $33.00−$89.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Niacinamide | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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