Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, PanthenolWorks well
“Helps prevent dehydration. . Zinc.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": panthenol.
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: niacinamide, panthenol
Evens skin toneNiacinamideWorks well
“This serum uses vitamin B3 (niacinamide) to target the look of congestion, blemishes, and uneven skin tone, while vitamin B5 (panthenol) supports skin barrier function.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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.
Anti-blemishNiacinamideMay help
“This serum uses vitamin B3 (niacinamide) to target the look of congestion, blemishes, and uneven skin tone, while vitamin B5 (panthenol) supports skin barrier function.”
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains niacinamide.
Anti-agingSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~5.6–8.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolNiacinamide~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePanthenol~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolZinc sulfate~1.7–2.6%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseCaramel~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Zinc sulfate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caramel, Benzyl alcohol, Benzoic acid, Dehydroacetic acid
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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.
| ConsonantVitamin B3 + Zinc SerumYOUR PRODUCT | AusceuticalsVitamin B Serum | UltraceuticalsUltra B2 Hydrating Serum | REVOLUTION SKINCAREHyaluronic Acid Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 98% | 98% | 97% |
| Price | — | $30.92 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Glucosamine | Sodium Hyaluronate | Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
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- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4
- 5Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 6
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