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Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum
acetyl glucosamine
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
palmitoyl hexapeptide-12
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
hydroxypinacolone retinoate
0.05% -
0.05%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.
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Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
Renew , Skin looks rejuvenated , CL1870 Peptide Complex TM Resurface , Skin looks smoother , potent retinoid Replump , Skin looks plumped and hydrated , hyaluronic acid Skin looks rejuvenated, smoother, and more supple, with a more youthful appearance restored.
hydroxypinacolone retinoate
0.05% -
0.05%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.
acetyl glucosamine
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
glycyrrhetinic acid
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
Active compound of licorice root. Works to calm down inflammation, as an anti-oxidant, and might be helpful in lightening the skin and reducing hyperpigmentation
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Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Clinique, Serums & Treatments The Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum is a highly concentrated moisturiser that offers revolutionary care for the skin.
palmitoyl hexapeptide-12
0.3% -
0.55%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
palmitoyl tripeptide-1
0.4% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
peg-10 dimethicone
0.35% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
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Anti-blemish
hydroxypinacolone retinoate
0.05% -
0.05%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.
Anti-oxidation
glycyrrhetinic acid
0.25% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Active compound of licorice root. Works to calm down inflammation, as an anti-oxidant, and might be helpful in lightening the skin and reducing hyperpigmentation
ascorbyl glucoside
1.8% -
2.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
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
caffeine
0.4% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Anti-aging | |
| Moisturizing | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
100/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Potential irritants
gelidiella acerosa extract
0.6% -
0.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
hydroxypinacolone retinoate
0.05% -
0.05%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging,
Anti-blemish,
Exfoliation
A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.
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Comodogenic ingredients
hypnea musciformis extract
0.7% -
1.05%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
triticum vulgare germ extract
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
Plant extract that might have moisturizing properties. Avoid if you suffer from wheat or gluten intolerance
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
yeast extract
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Evens skin tone
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
yeast extract
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-inflammatory,
Evens skin tone
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
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Potential irritants
gelidiella acerosa extract
0.6% -
0.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
hydroxypinacolone retinoate
0.05% -
0.05%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging,
Anti-blemish,
Exfoliation
A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.
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Comodogenic ingredients
hypnea musciformis extract
0.7% -
1.05%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
triticum vulgare germ extract
0.5% -
0.75%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
Plant extract that might have moisturizing properties. Avoid if you suffer from wheat or gluten intolerance
All ingredients
dimethicone
5.9% -
7.3%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Mattifying
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
isododecane
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
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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Ingredient list view
Water, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Polysilicone-11, Ascorbyl glucoside, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopheryl acetate, Squalane, Hypnea musciformis extract, Gelidiella acerosa extract, Sigesbeckia orientalis extract, Helianthus annuus seed extract, Hordeum vulgare extract, Triticum vulgare germ extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Caffeine, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Peg-10 dimethicone, Glycyrrhetinic acid, Whey protein, Isohexadecane, Propylene glycol dicaprate, Caprylyl glycol, Hydroxypinacolone retinoate, Acetyl glucosamine, Cholesterol, Peg-8, Yeast extract, Faex, Yeast extract, Peg-6, Dimethyl isosorbide, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Polysorbate 20, Sodium phosphate, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Polysorbate 80, Carbomer, Hexylene glycol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, Potassium hydroxide, Tin oxide, Disodium phosphate, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Sodium citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891
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