Works for
MoisturizingPalmitoyl oligopeptide, Methyl gluceth-20 + 9 moreWorks well
“Discover the visible anti-aging benefits of Clinicians Complex Peptide Serum ; a potent formula that contains powerful peptides and natural extracts to defend against aging skin.The water-binding properties of Hyaluronic Acid help to replenish vital moisture, while Red Marine Algae, Aloe Vera and antioxidant Green Tea soothe the complexion while defending against the damage caused by environmental stressors.”
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:
ahnfeltia concinna extract, algae extract.
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: algae extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl oligopeptide
Anti-agingPalmitoyl oligopeptide, Algae extract + 1 moreMay help
“Discover the visible anti-aging benefits of Clinicians Complex Peptide Serum ; a potent formula that contains powerful peptides and natural extracts to defend against aging skin.The water-binding properties of Hyaluronic Acid help to replenish vital moisture, while Red Marine Algae, Aloe Vera and antioxidant Green Tea soothe the complexion while defending against the damage caused by environmental stressors.”
This product contains palmitoyl oligopeptide. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Camellia sinensis extract + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (camellia oleifera leaf extract) 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 - camellia sinensis extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Arnica montana flower extract, Diazolidinyl ureaMedium 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%
Methyl gluceth-20~6.3–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Palmitoyl oligopeptide~5.3–6.4%
- 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 oligopeptideElaeis guineensis extract~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetrapeptide-3~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~2.1–2.6%
- 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 GlycerinAhnfeltia concinna extract~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Also used to create a thicker product texture
More about Ahnfeltia concinna extractPropylene glycol~1.5–1.8%
- 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 glycolHydroxyethylcellulose~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseSodium pca~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaCamellia oleifera leaf extract~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractCamellia sinensis extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis extractSodium hyaluronate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePolysorbate 20~0.6–0.9%
Aloe 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 juiceAlgae extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractMalva sylvestris extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hedera helix extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect
More about Hedera helix extractCucumis sativus fruit extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractSambucus nigra flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Sambucus nigra flower extractArnica montana flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractParietaria officinalis extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetrasodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 glycolCarbomer~0.15–0.3%
- 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 CarbomerDiazolidinyl urea~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Works by releasing formaldehyde. Can be irritating
More about Diazolidinyl ureaMethylparaben~0.15–0.25%
Propylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Methyl gluceth-20, Palmitoyl oligopeptide, Elaeis guineensis extract, Tetrapeptide-3, Glycerin, Ahnfeltia concinna extract, Propylene glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium pca, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Camellia sinensis extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Polysorbate 20, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Algae extract, Malva sylvestris extract, Hedera helix extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Sambucus nigra flower extract, Arnica montana flower extract, Parietaria officinalis extract, Tetrasodium edta, Butylene glycol, Carbomer, Diazolidinyl urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben
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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.
| Clinicians ComplexPeptide SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Makeup Artists' ChoiceTransforming Anti Aging Serum V2 | The Garden Of WisdomAnti-Aging MultiPeptide Serum | BASE SKNCARESuper Youth Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 56% | 56% |
| Price | $74.09 | — | — | $60.23−$13.86 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Bakuchiol | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Clinicians Complex - Peptide Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-inflammatory and Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (palmitoyl oligopeptide 5.30% - 6.40%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Humectants (algae extract 0.60% - 0.85%, sodium hyaluronate 0.60% - 0.90%, sodium pca 1.00% - 1.20%, ahnfeltia concinna extract 1.70% - 2.10% and glycerin 2.10% - 2.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 69.16$ up to 75.00$ in the United States and for 91.00CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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