Charlotte Tilbury Super Radiance Resurfacing Facial
Works for
5 of 5 advertised claims delivered
Anti-blemish4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Beta hydroxy acids –BHAs, penetrate deeply into pores, reducing the debris that can lead to blackheads and breakouts, leaving skin looking clear and radiant.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
Evens skin tone2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“miracle facial, discover a genius acid exfoliator that has been expertly formulated with 15% AHA, BHA, PHA + EXFOLACTIVE® to help minimise the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin texture and hyperpigmentation.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, salicylic acid
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.
Exfoliation3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Super Radiance Resurfacing Facial”
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: glycolic acid, salicylic acid.
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“A RADIANCE-BOOSTING MIRACLE FACIAL IN A TUBE TO RESURFACE, HYDRATE AND REVEAL FRESH, YOUTHFUL-LOOKING SKIN.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
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.
Moisturizing14 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“A RADIANCE-BOOSTING MIRACLE FACIAL IN A TUBE TO RESURFACE, HYDRATE AND REVEAL FRESH, YOUTHFUL-LOOKING SKIN.”
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, polyglutamic acid.
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, persea gratissima oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~4.5–5.5%
- 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 GlycerinGlycolic acid~4.1–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidSodium hydroxide~3–3.7%
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerCetearyl alcohol~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholGlyceryl stearate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePersea gratissima oil~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilSalicylic acid~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidCamellia oleifera seed oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.55–0.8%
- 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 juiceAgave tequilana leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolButylene glycol~0.4–0.6%
- 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 glycolCaprylyl glycol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolMyrothamnus flabellifolia leaf extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 60~0.35–0.65%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateSodium gluconate~0.25–0.45%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%
- 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 crosspolymerHydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Can help attract water the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extractAllantoin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.45%
Polyglutamic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin.
More about Polyglutamic acidTocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 TocopherolParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumMaltodextrin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.4%
Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.25–0.45%
- 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 oilCitric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Gardenia florida fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractLimonene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneGeraniol~0.05–0.15%
Citronellol~0.05–0.1%
Linalool~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Glycolic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Persea gratissima oil, Salicylic acid, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Agave tequilana leaf extract, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Myrothamnus flabellifolia leaf extract, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan isostearate, Sodium gluconate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extract, Allantoin, Sodium hyaluronate, 1,2-hexanediol, Polyglutamic acid, Tocopherol, Parfum, Maltodextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol, Linalool
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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.
| Charlotte TilburySuper Radiance Resurfacing FacialYOUR PRODUCT | Drunk ElephantT.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial Midi | CeraVeBlemish Control Gel Moisturiser with 2% Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide for Blemish-Prone Skin | MuradExfoliators Vita-C Triple Exfoliating Facial | |
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| Match | — | 88% | 86% | 85% |
| Price | $68.75 | $32.50−$36.25 | $14.54−$54.21 | $64.45−$4.30 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Vitamin C |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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