CosMedix Alt-A Daily Rejuvenating Moisturizer
Works for
Anti-agingBakuchiol, TocopherolWorks well
“Improves look of fine lines & wrinkles”
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.
MoisturizingPanthenol, Cetearyl alcohol + 9 moreWorks well
“Alt-A Daily Rejuvenating Moisturizer”
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, trehalose.
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: myristyl myristate, phytosteryl macadamiate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Evens skin toneBakuchiol, Albizia julibrissin bark extractWorks well
“Bakuchiol works differently from classic vitamin A by encouraging smoother texture and a more even tone without the common retinol side effects, such as dryness or flaking.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: bakuchiol
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: albizia julibrissin bark extract.
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-oxidationSide benefit · Bakuchiol, Albizia julibrissin bark extract + 1 moreWorks well
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).
Anti-blemishSide benefit · BakuchiolMay help
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains bakuchiol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Ethyl macadamiate~4.7–7.1%
Cetearyl alcohol~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholPentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateEthylhexyl palmitate~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateMyristyl myristate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristatePolysorbate 60~1.5–2.2%
Glycerin~1.3–2%
- 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 GlycerinMaltodextrin~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinPhytosteryl macadamiate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Phytosteryl macadamiateCoco-glucoside~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideAlbizia julibrissin bark extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing
More about Albizia julibrissin bark extractLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateBakuchiol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 BakuchiolEctoin~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinPanthenol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTrehalose~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseTocopherol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure 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 TocopherolSodium acrylate/acryloyldimethyltaurate/dimethylacrylamide crosspolymer~0.15–0.65%
Isohexadecane~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneC10-18 triglycerides~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesSodium polyacrylate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylatePotassium sorbate~0.1–0.45%
Sodium gluconate~0.1–0.45%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateSodium benzoate~0.05–0.3%
Malic acid~0.1–0.3%
Citric acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.2%
Succinic acid~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Ethyl macadamiate, Cetearyl alcohol, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Myristyl myristate, Polysorbate 60, Glycerin, Maltodextrin, Phytosteryl macadamiate, Coco-glucoside, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Bakuchiol, Ectoin, Panthenol, Trehalose, Tocopherol, Sodium acrylate/acryloyldimethyltaurate/dimethylacrylamide crosspolymer, Isohexadecane, C10-18 triglycerides, Sodium polyacrylate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium gluconate, Sorbitan isostearate, Sodium benzoate, Malic acid, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Succinic 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.
| CosMedixAlt-A Daily Rejuvenating MoisturizerYOUR PRODUCT | Andalou NaturalsAge Defying Rejuvenating Plant-Based Retinol Alternative Cream | Eveline CosmeticsBio Hyaluron Expert | NiveaCellular Expert lift night cream with Bakuchiol | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 72% | 72% | 72% |
| Price | $127.00 | $29.99−$97.01 | — | $12.55−$114.45 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Lactic Acid | Creatine |
| Irritancy | Low | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Safety Assessment of Phytosterols as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 5Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
- 6Phytopharmacological properties of Albizia species: A reviewresearchgate.net
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