Clinique iD Dramatically Different Hydrating Jelly + Active Cartridge Concentrate - Active: Irregular Complexion
Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
- Exfoliation
- Anti-aging
- Evens skin tone
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 8
Key actives
Product Summary
"Clinique - iD Dramatically Different Hydrating Jelly + Active Cartridge Concentrate - Active: Irregular Complexion" is effective for: Moisturizing, Exfoliation, Anti-aging and Evens skin tone
Ingredient callouts
- This product contains acids (lactic acid 0.35% - 0.80%, glycolic acid 0.35% - 0.85% and glycolic acid 0.35% - 0.75%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants). Lactic acid is particularly good in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin and improving the skin barrier.
- Ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.40% - 0.90%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.40% - 0.90%, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.40% - 0.95% and acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.35% - 0.80%). 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 (acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.35% - 0.80%, glycerin 0.40% - 0.90%, faex 0.30% - 0.75%, lactobacillus ferment 0.30% - 0.75%, saccharomyces lysate extract 0.30% - 0.75%, algae extract 0.40% - 0.95%, glycerin 0.35% - 0.85%, lactobacillus ferment 0.30% - 0.75%, glycerin 0.35% - 0.85%, trehalose 0.30% - 0.75%, hydroxyethyl urea 0.45% - 1.00%, sodium hyaluronate 0.45% - 1.05%, sucrose 0.50% - 1.15%, algae extract 1.70% - 2.60% and glycerin 2.30% - 3.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 43.39£ in the United Kingdom.
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Works for
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
, Lines & Wrinkles its enriched formula with Lactoserum protein smooth the wrinkles, replumps the skin for a visible reduction of wrinkles. *surface hydration. Created by dermatologists. Allergy-tested. 100% fragrance-free. Parabens-free. Phtalates-free.
Source: Cocoon Center
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, adenosine phosphate, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1.
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.
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
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to stimulate collagen production in skin
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
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
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
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
Is claimed to have anti-aging properties, but research about its effect in topical application is missing
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
, Uneven Skin Texture its enriched formula with Hydroxylated Alpha Acides (AHA) texturizes and illuminates the skin to visibly improve the skin texture.
Source: Cocoon Center
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, hydroxyethyl urea
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: albizia julibrissin bark extract.
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.
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
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
A plant extract that is claimed to be helpful in moisturizing and lightening the skin, but evidence is missing
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
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)
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
, Uneven Skin Texture its enriched formula with Hydroxylated Alpha Acides (AHA) texturizes and illuminates the skin to visibly improve the skin texture.
Source: Cocoon Center
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, hydroxyethyl urea.
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
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
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
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)
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
i D Dramatically Different Hydrating Jelly + Active Cartridge Concentrate , Active Irregular Complexion
Source: From product name
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, faex.
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, dimethiconol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, phytosphingosine
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
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
Yeast extract. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can have some anti-inflammatory effect
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin. It is claimed to be a "DNA repair enzyme"
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Almond extract (oil) - helps soften the upper layer of the skin
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
Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
A red algae extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an antioxidant effect
Might be helpful in decreasing sebum production making the skin less oily. Is claimed to be able to support ceramide production in skin that leads to better hydration, but evidence is lacking. Is able to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have a weak skin-lightening effect, but solid research is missing
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help stabilize the product formulation
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
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
A protein derived from milk. In skincare products, might help to soften the upper layer of the skin
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
A plant extract that is claimed to be helpful in moisturizing and lightening the skin, but evidence is missing
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
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
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
Might help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing
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
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Anti-aging | |
| Exfoliation | |
| Moisturizing | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 100/100.
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Tin, Unknown, Water, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Algae extract, Gelidiella acerosa extract, Hordeum vulgare extract, Padina pavonica thallus extract, Helianthus annuus seedcake, Sucrose, Caffeine, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydroxyethyl urea, Hydrolyzed rice extract, Sorbitol, Sodium polyaspartate, Ppg-6-decyltetradeceth-30, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propylene glycol dicaprate, Caprylyl glycol, Trehalose, Polysorbate 80, Carbomer, Sodium hydroxide, Hexylene glycol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Butylene glycol, Glycolic acid, Pentylene glycol, Caffeine, Sodium rna, Salicylic acid, Glycerin, Adenosine phosphate, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, Acetyl carnitine hcl, Phospholipids, Lactobacillus ferment, Caprylyl glycol, Taurine, Hexylene glycol, Sodium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Stearic acid, Disodium edta, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 14700, Ci 19140, Water, Butylene glycol, Ascorbyl glucoside, Caffeine, Angelica acutiloba root extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Molasses extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Salicylic acid, Phospholipids, Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, Stearic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Sodium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Taurine, Sodium citrate, Disodium edta, Sodium sulfite, Sodium metabisulfite, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Hypnea musciformis extract, Caffeine, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Algae extract, Saccharomyces lysate extract, Lactobacillus ferment, Gelidiella acerosa extract, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Phytosphingosine, Taurine, Yeast extract, Faex, Yeast extract, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Caprylyl glycol, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Unknown, Ci 61570, Ci 19140, Water, Butylene glycol, Sodium hydroxide, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Pentylene glycol, Caffeine, Laminaria saccharina extract, Caprylyl glycol, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Taurine, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Unknown, Ci 60730, Ci 42090, Water, Butylene glycol, Whey protein, Pentylene glycol, Glycerin, Sodium citrate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed extract, Caffeine, Porphyridium cruentum extract, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Micrococcus lysate, Pullulan, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Taurine, Hexylene glycol, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Lecithin, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 42090, Ci 17200
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