Works for
Anti-agingGluconolactone ~0.05–0.2%Under-dosed
“Sunless Tan Anti-Ageing Face Serum”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Heptyl undecylenate + 7 moreWorks
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: argania spinosa kernel oil, vitis vinifera seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDihydroxyacetone~3.5–5.2%
Glycerin~2.6–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderHeptyl undecylenate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finish
More about Heptyl undecylenateArgania spinosa kernel oil~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilCentella asiatica meristem cell culture~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed algin~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed alginCaprylic/capric glycerides polyglyceryl-10 esters~0.8–1.2%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateChlorella vulgaris extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractHibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractAscorbyl palmitate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being 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 palmitateVitis vinifera seed oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCetearyl glucoside~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideAlcohol denat.~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Maris aqua~0.1–0.45%
Polyglyceryl-4 caprate~0.1–0.45%
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGluconolactone~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactonePotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Dihydroxyacetone, Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Heptyl undecylenate, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Unknown, Centella asiatica meristem cell culture, Hydrolyzed algin, Caprylic/capric glycerides polyglyceryl-10 esters, Sodium hyaluronate, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Ascorbyl palmitate, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Cetearyl glucoside, Alcohol denat., Maris aqua, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Gluconolactone, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| CoolaSunless Tan Anti-Ageing Face SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Fourth Ray BeautyAvocado + Aloe Double Shot Serum | VolitionSnow Mushroom Water Serum | Make P:remGlutamin Antioxidant Radiance Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 43% | 42% |
| Price | — | $14.00 | $69.00 | $28.25 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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