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“Reduces rough, dry skin and fine lines with Bakuchiol, a highly effective natural alternative to retinol without the negative side effects.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains bakuchiol.
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.
“The hyaluronic acid used is ECOCERT-approved Sodium Hyaluronate.”
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:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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: cocos nucifera oil, helianthus annuus seed oil.
This product contains antioxidants (bakuchiol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: bakuchiol
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.
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains bakuchiol.
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Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilAn emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilOne 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 GlycerinHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus seed ceraSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilA great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilA great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilA good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilA type of colloidal oatmeal. Can contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Is effective in supporting skin barrier
More about Avena sativa kernel flourAn emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilA good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilHelps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateA grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractHelps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation
More about Sorbitan palmitateUsed to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinA plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
More about BakuchiolPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolUsed to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumPlant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCreates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be irritating
More about Cynara scolymus leaf extractHelps thicken the product formulation and create a gel-like texture
More about Sodium carboxymethyl beta-glucanCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholCarrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractUsed to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneWater, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Glycerin, Sorbitan olivate, Cetearyl olivate, Helianthus annuus seed cera, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Rosa canina fruit oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Avena sativa kernel flour, Cetyl palmitate, Cocos nucifera oil, Quercus suber bark extract, Oak root extract, Glycine soja oil, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Oryza sativa germ extract, Oryza sativa extract, Sorbitan palmitate, Sodium levulinate, Maltodextrin, Bakuchiol, Tocopherol, Sclerotium gum, Sodium anisate, Lavandula hybrida oil, Cupressus sempervirens oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glyceryl caprylate, Pullulan, Parfum, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium phytate, Caesalpinia spinosa gum, Phenethyl alcohol, Cynara scolymus leaf extract, Sodium carrageenan, Sodium carboxymethyl beta-glucan, Lepidium sativum sprout extract, Alcohol, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Maris sal, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Ascorbyl palmitate, Citric acid, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol
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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.
| ColektReload Face BalmYOUR PRODUCT | FollainMoisturizer: Replenish + Protect | AcadermaBetter With Age - Rejuvenating Rich Cream | The outsetRestorative Niacinamide Night Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 83% | 83% | 82% |
| Price | — | $32.00 | $80.00 | $44.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 15 | 6 of 15 | 7 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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