Clinique

Clinique Derm Pro Solutions: For Troubled Skin

Name: Clinique - Derm Pro Solutions: For Troubled Skin
Brand: Clinique

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

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Moisturizing

Acetyl glucosamine, Dimethicone + 21 more

Works well

What the product description says

“Created with acne-prone skin types in mind, this three-piece kit features everything you need to cleanse, treat, and hydrate troubled skin.”

Source: Beauty Bay

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: algae extract, 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: dimethicone, algae extract.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl glucosamine

Acetyl glucosamineHero· HumectantEffect: HighAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin~0.5–0.75%

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~1.1–1.3%

IsododecaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture~0.75–1.15%

Saccharomyces lysate extractKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can have some anti-inflammatory effect~0.6–0.9%

Capryloyl glycineKey activeEffect: MediumHelps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.6–0.9%

TrehaloseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin~0.55–0.8%

Laminaria saccharina extractKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations~0.55–0.8%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.55–0.85%

Algae extractKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: HighPlant 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~0.55–0.85%

Lactobacillus fermentKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative~0.5–0.75%

Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethiconeKey activeEffect: HighA silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture~0.5–0.75%

Sea whip extractKey activeEffect: HighMight help neutrlize free radicals, calm down inflammation, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.45–0.7%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.45–0.7%

SucroseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion~0.45–0.65%

10-hydroxydecanoic acidKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and slow down the water loss from its surface~0.4–0.6%

PhospholipidsKey activeEffect: MediumEmollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product~0.25–0.45%

Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.7–1.05%

Polysilicone-11Effect: LowA silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel~0.65–0.95%

Propylene glycol dicaprate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.6–0.85%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.55–0.85%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.55–0.8%

Cucumis sativus fruit extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect~0.55–0.85%

Stearic acidEffect: Low, below effective doseHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~0.45–0.7%

Anti-blemish

Salicylic acid

Works well

What the product description says

“Featuring the Anti-Blemish Solution Clinical Clearing Gel to treat blemishes, the Anti-Blemish Cleansing Foam to gently cleanse the skin and prevent future breakouts, as well as the Dramatically Different Oil-Free Gel to hydrate the skin without clogging the pores.Set contains Anti-Blemish Solutions Cleansing Foam 50ml Anti-Blemish Solutions Clinical Clearing Gel 30ml Dramatically Different Oil-Free Gel 30ml Read more”

Source: Beauty Bay

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.

Salicylic acidHeroEffect: HighUsed 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)~0.5–0.8%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · Acetyl glucosamine, Laminaria saccharina extract + 1 more

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This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains acetyl glucosamine.

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.

Acetyl glucosamineKey activeEffect: HighAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin~0.5–0.75%

Laminaria saccharina extractEffect: LowA seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations~0.55–0.8%

Algae extractEffect: LowPlant 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~0.55–0.85%

Exfoliation

Not advertised by the brand · Salicylic acid, Acetyl glucosamine

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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: salicylic acid.

Salicylic acidKey activeEffect: HighUsed 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)~0.5–0.8%

Acetyl glucosamineKey activeEffect: MediumAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin~0.5–0.75%

Evens skin tone

Not advertised by the brand · Acetyl glucosamine, Salicylic acid

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This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: acetyl glucosamine, 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.

Salicylic acidEffect: LowUsed 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)~0.5–0.8%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

21 flagged ingredients

Medium risk

We flagged 21 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Alcohol denat.Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve productsHigh~26–32%est.

Hamamelis virginiana extractA plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritatingHigh~4.1–5%est.

Salicylic acidUsed 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)High~1.25–2.5%est.

Benzalkonium chlorideHelps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent (detergent). Also used as a preservative. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.1%est.

Ci 19140A yellow dyeHigh~0.55–0.8%est.

Ci 15985A colorantHigh~0.55–0.8%est.

Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agentHigh~0.95–1.2%est.

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~6–7.3%est.

Polygonum cuspidatum root extractA plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the productMedium~0.7–1.05%est.

Cucumis sativus fruit extractMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effectMedium~0.55–0.85%est.

Hordeum vulgare extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to glutenMedium~0.6–0.85%est.

CaffeineMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyesMedium~0.6–0.9%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.6–0.9%est.

Oleth-10Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.55–0.85%est.

Laureth-23Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.7–1.1%est.

Laureth-4Helps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.55–0.85%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.55–0.85%est.

Hexylene glycolHelps create a more spreadable product textureMedium~0.5–0.8%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.55–0.8%est.

Ci 14700A colorantMedium~0.55–0.8%est.

Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine—Medium~0.55–0.8%est.

Comedogenic

6 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

6 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Laminaria saccharina extractA seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations3/5~2.1–2.5%est.

Laminaria saccharina extractA seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations3/5~0.65–0.95%est.

Laminaria saccharina extractA seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations3/5~0.55–0.8%est.

Algae extractPlant 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 yet3/5~0.55–0.85%est.

Laureth-23Helps oil and water mix together2/5~0.7–1.1%est.

Laureth-4Helps water and oil mix together2/5~0.55–0.85%est.

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Alcohol denat.~26–32%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

More about Alcohol denat.

Water~13–15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

More about Water

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~6–7.3%

Irritant · medium

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 crosspolymer

Hamamelis virginiana extract~4.1–5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

More about Hamamelis virginiana extract

Salicylic acid~1.25–2.5%

Hero · Anti-blemishIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-blemishExfoliationAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterialEvens skin tone

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 acid

Laminaria saccharina extract~2.1–2.5%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations

More about Laminaria saccharina extract

Sea whip extract~1.6–2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

Might help neutrlize free radicals, calm down inflammation, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

More about Sea whip extract

Butylene glycol~1.4–1.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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 glycol

Benzalkonium chloride~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent (detergent). Also used as a preservative. Can be irritating

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Water~1.2–1.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Dimethicone~1.1–1.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

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 Dimethicone

Isododecane~0.75–1.15%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture

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Butylene glycol~0.7–1.05%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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 glycol

Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~0.7–1.05%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

More about Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane

Glycerin~0.7–1.05%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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 Glycerin

Laminaria saccharina extract~0.65–0.95%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations

More about Laminaria saccharina extract

Polygonum cuspidatum root extract~0.7–1.05%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product

More about Polygonum cuspidatum root extract

Saccharomyces lysate extract~0.6–0.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can have some anti-inflammatory effect

More about Saccharomyces lysate extract

Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.55–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

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 extract

Hordeum vulgare extract~0.6–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten

More about Hordeum vulgare extract

Helianthus annuus seedcake~0.7–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to thicken the product consistency

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Caffeine~0.6–0.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

De-puffingAnti-oxidation

Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes

More about Caffeine

Trehalose~0.55–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin

More about Trehalose

Sodium hyaluronate~0.55–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

More about Sodium hyaluronate

Tocopheryl acetate~0.6–0.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

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 acetate

Polysilicone-11~0.65–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MattifyingMoisturizing

A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel

More about Polysilicone-11

Silica~0.65–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

More about Silica

Propylene glycol dicaprate~0.6–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Propylene glycol dicaprate

Oleth-10~0.55–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

More about Oleth-10

Lactobacillus ferment~0.5–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritation

A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative

More about Lactobacillus ferment

Laureth-23~0.7–1.1%

Comedogenic 2/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

More about Laureth-23

Laureth-4~0.55–0.85%

Comedogenic 2/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

More about Laureth-4

Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions

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Carbomer~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Caprylyl glycol~0.55–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

More about Caprylyl glycol

Hexylene glycol~0.5–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

More about Hexylene glycol

Tromethamine~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

More about Tromethamine

Disodium edta~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

More about Disodium edta

Phenoxyethanol~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

More about Phenoxyethanol

Ci 19140~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A yellow dye

More about Ci 19140

Ci 14700~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A colorant

More about Ci 14700

Ci 15985~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A colorant

More about Ci 15985

Water~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~0.55–0.85%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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 Glycerin

Butylene glycol~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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 glycol

Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~0.95–1.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent

More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate

Salicylic acid~0.5–0.8%

Hero · Anti-blemishIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryExfoliationAnti-blemishAntibacterialEvens skin tone

More about Salicylic acid

Sucrose~0.45–0.65%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion

More about Sucrose

Disodium phosphate~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation

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Arginine cocoate~0.55–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Arginine cocoate

Laminaria saccharina extract~0.55–0.8%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations

More about Laminaria saccharina extract

Caffeine~0.55–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

De-puffingAnti-oxidation

Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes

More about Caffeine

Algae extract~0.55–0.85%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

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 extract

Cola acuminata seed extract~0.5–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but research is missing

More about Cola acuminata seed extract

Sea whip extract~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

Might help neutrlize free radicals, calm down inflammation, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

More about Sea whip extract

Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone~0.5–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingCleansing

A silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture

More about Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone

Sodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

More about Sodium hyaluronate

Ppg-6-decyltetradeceth-30~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

More about Ppg-6-decyltetradeceth-30

Lactobacillus ferment~0.5–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationReduces irritation

More about Lactobacillus ferment

Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

More about Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine

Acetyl glucosamine~0.5–0.75%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneMoisturizingExfoliation

An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin

More about Acetyl glucosamine

Capryloyl glycine~0.6–0.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

More about Capryloyl glycine

10-hydroxydecanoic acid~0.4–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and slow down the water loss from its surface

More about 10-hydroxydecanoic acid

Polyquaternium-7~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish

More about Polyquaternium-7

Phospholipids~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product

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Stearic acid~0.45–0.7%

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Irritation risk: Low

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CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%

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Irritation risk: Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Chloroxylenol~0.2–0.35%

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Irritation risk: Low

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Alcohol denat., Water, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Salicylic acid, Laminaria saccharina extract, Sea whip extract, Butylene glycol, Benzalkonium chloride, Water, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Butylene glycol, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Glycerin, Laminaria saccharina extract, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Saccharomyces lysate extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Hordeum vulgare extract, Helianthus annuus seedcake, Caffeine, Trehalose, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopheryl acetate, Polysilicone-11, Silica, Propylene glycol dicaprate, Oleth-10, Lactobacillus ferment, Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Carbomer, Caprylyl glycol, Hexylene glycol, Tromethamine, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 19140, Ci 14700, Ci 15985, Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Salicylic acid, Sucrose, Disodium phosphate, Arginine cocoate, Laminaria saccharina extract, Caffeine, Algae extract, Cola acuminata seed extract, Sea whip extract, Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, Sodium hyaluronate, Ppg-6-decyltetradeceth-30, Lactobacillus ferment, Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, Acetyl glucosamine, Capryloyl glycine, 10-hydroxydecanoic acid, Polyquaternium-7, Phospholipids, Stearic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Chloroxylenol

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	CliniqueDerm Pro Solutions: For Troubled SkinYOUR PRODUCT	Lab Series Skincare for MenMax LS Power V Lifting Serum	M.A.C CosmeticsHyper Real Serumizer	BiodermaSebium Serum anti-blemish serum for acne prone skin
Match	—	79%	71%	71%
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Shared key ingredients	—	9 of 17	11 of 17	3 of 17
Key difference	—	Niacinamide	Niacinamide	Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Irritancy	Medium	Medium	High	Medium
Drying alcohol	Contains drying alcohol	—	—	—
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Product summary

"Clinique - Derm Pro Solutions: For Troubled Skin" is effective for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Anti-blemish, Exfoliation and Evens skin tone

Ingredient callouts

Salicylic acid (0.50% - 0.80%). This is an oil-soluble exfoliating acid. Because of this property, it can work inside pores and help reduce the congestion. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is used to treat acne. Because it is a quite strong exfoliator, be careful with using this product too often: it could result in over-exfoliation.
Humectants (trehalose 0.55% - 0.80%, sucrose 0.45% - 0.65%, sodium hyaluronate 0.45% - 0.70%, sodium hyaluronate 0.55% - 0.80%, laminaria saccharina extract 0.55% - 0.80%, laminaria saccharina extract 0.65% - 0.95%, laminaria saccharina extract 2.10% - 2.50%, lactobacillus ferment 0.50% - 0.75%, lactobacillus ferment 0.50% - 0.75%, glycerin 0.55% - 0.85%, acetyl glucosamine 0.50% - 0.75%, saccharomyces lysate extract 0.60% - 0.90%, glycerin 0.70% - 1.05% and algae extract 0.55% - 0.85%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.