Works for
MoisturizingAcetyl tetrapeptide-15, Acetyl hexapeptide-37 + 9 moreWorks well
“1 Intense Moisturizing Serum”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": erythritol, glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-37, acetyl tetrapeptide-15
Anti-agingSide benefit · Acetyl tetrapeptide-15, Acetyl hexapeptide-37May help
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-37, acetyl tetrapeptide-15. There is some human evidence that these ingredients help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin elasticity and firmness, though it is smaller or less consistent than the evidence for the best anti-aging ingredients.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow 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~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.5–5.3%
- 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 glycolPseudoalteromonas ferment extract~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Erythritol~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ErythritolSodium hyaluronate~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAcetyl tetrapeptide-15~1.4–2.1%
- 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 Acetyl tetrapeptide-15Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidAcetyl hexapeptide-37~0.95–1.45%
- 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 Acetyl hexapeptide-37Homarine hcl~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help to improve skin hydration levels
More about Homarine hclPlankton extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Plankton extractDiaminopropionoyl tripeptide-33~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylyl glycol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCaprylhydroxamic acid~0.3–0.7%
Mannitol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium citrate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateMethylpropanediol~0.1–0.4%
Salicylic acid~0.05–0.3%
- 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 acidSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract, Erythritol, Sodium hyaluronate, Acetyl tetrapeptide-15, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Acetyl hexapeptide-37, Homarine hcl, Plankton extract, Diaminopropionoyl tripeptide-33, Caprylyl glycol, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Mannitol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium citrate, Methylpropanediol, Salicylic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| CODAGESerum No.1 Intense Moisturizing SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Miss SpaCoarse Correct Blemish Banishing Serum | colibri skincarePolypeptide Booster | Derm InstituteCellular Rejuvenating Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 43% | 37% |
| Price | — | — | $24.39 | $126.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Glycoproteins | N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-17 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"CODAGE - Serum No. 1 Intense Moisturizing Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (acetyl tetrapeptide-15 1.40% - 2.10% and acetyl hexapeptide-37 0.95% - 1.45%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 1.60% - 2.50%, mannitol 0.15% - 0.70%, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 1.20% - 1.80%, glycerin 3.80% - 5.80% and erythritol 2.00% - 3.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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