Chantecaille Gold Recovery Intense Concentrate A.M./P.M. Serum
Works for
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Bakuchiol + 2 moreWorks well
“When used day and night, these supercharged serum formulas give the skin targeted effects to visibly improve Improves skin dullness to boost radiance Supports improving hyperpigmentation Addresses fine lines and signs of aging Fights skin fatigue Improves elasticity Supports firmness Leaving the skin with renewed smoothness, clarity, and radiance.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: bakuchiol, 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: glycine soja seed extract, hexylresorcinol.
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-agingNiacinamide, Bakuchiol + 3 moreWorks well
“When used day and night, these supercharged serum formulas give the skin targeted effects to visibly improve Improves skin dullness to boost radiance Supports improving hyperpigmentation Addresses fine lines and signs of aging Fights skin fatigue Improves elasticity Supports firmness Leaving the skin with renewed smoothness, clarity, and radiance.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains bakuchiol, niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl heptapeptide-9.
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.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Acetyl heptapeptide-9 + 11 moreWorks well
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:
diglycerin, 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: helianthus annuus seed oil, glycine soja seed extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl heptapeptide-9, niacinamide
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, BakuchiolWorks 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.
In addition, this product contains bakuchiol. It can help in reducing blemishes, even though it is less effective.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Bakuchiol, Hexylresorcinol + 5 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (bakuchiol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - hexylresorcinol also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy15 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Rosa damascena flower water~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterNiacinamide~6.6–9.9%
- 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 NiacinamidePropanediol~5.2–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3.6–5.4%
- 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 tranexamate mesylate~3.1–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipropylene glycol~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolDiglycerin~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinMicrocrystalline cellulose~1.9–2.8%
Bakuchiol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
More about BakuchiolHydroxyethylcellulose~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseGlycine soja seed extract~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
More about Glycine soja seed extractBisabolol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololHydroxyacetophenone~0.45–1.05%
Cellulose gum~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gum1,2-hexanediol~0.4–0.9%
Caprylyl glycol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolTocopheryl acetate~0.4–0.95%
- 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 acetatePlankton extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Plankton extractGlucomannan~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77891~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideMica~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaChlorella sorokiniana extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Tocopherol~0.2–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolSynthetic fluorphlogopite~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopiteLecithin~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinRosa damascena flower oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilPelargonium graveolens oil~0.2–0.7%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.35–0.75%
- 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 oilHexylresorcinol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about HexylresorcinolTin oxide~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideXanthan gum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholGlyceryl caprylate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateBenzoic acid~0.1–0.45%
Acetyl heptapeptide-9~0.1–0.45%
- 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 Acetyl heptapeptide-9Colloidal gold~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citronellol~0.05–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Rosa damascena flower water, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Glycerin, Cetyl tranexamate mesylate, Dipropylene glycol, Diglycerin, Microcrystalline cellulose, Bakuchiol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glycine soja seed extract, Bisabolol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Cellulose gum, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Tocopheryl acetate, Plankton extract, Glucomannan, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Mica, Chlorella sorokiniana extract, Tocopherol, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Lecithin, Rosa damascena flower oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hexylresorcinol, Tin oxide, Xanthan gum, Benzyl alcohol, Glyceryl caprylate, Benzoic acid, Acetyl heptapeptide-9, Colloidal gold, Citronellol, Geraniol
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| ChantecailleGold Recovery Intense Concentrate A.M./P.M. SerumYOUR PRODUCT | GalenicumDermaHypemium Double Serum | M. AsamRetinol Intense Serum Pads | OrjenaSynergy Firming Ampoule | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 82% | 81% | 81% |
| Price | $335.00 | $31.36−$303.64 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Retinyl Palmitate | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Chantecaille - Gold Recovery Intense Concentrate A. M. /P. M. Serum" is effective for: Evens skin tone, Moisturizing, Anti-blemish and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (6.60% - 9.90%). 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.
- Bakuchiol in this product (the concentration is about 1.50% - 2.30%). Helps fight photodamage (wrinkles, elasticity loss and pigmentation) and can reduce clogged pores and blemishes. Bakuchiol is a compound extracted from a plant Babchi. It acts similar to retinoids, but with less irritation risk.
- Peptides (acetyl heptapeptide-9 0.10% - 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. 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.
- Humectants (glycerin 3.60% - 5.40% and diglycerin 2.00% - 2.90%). 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 "Chantecaille" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Bakuchiol in the Management of Acne-affected Skinresearchgate.net
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