Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5 + 8 moreWorks well
“Helps support the skin’s protective barrier to lock-in long-lasting moisture”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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: palmitoyl tripeptide-5, panthenol
Anti-agingPalmitoyl tripeptide-5, Sodium salicylate + 1 moreMay help
“Cell ID is a restorative Plant-Based Growth Factor serum that helps reduce the appearance of visible signs of aging, like fine lines and wrinkles and hyperpigmentation, and strengthens compromised skin barriers.”
This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-5. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Evens skin toneHydrolyzed soy protein, GluconolactoneNot delivered
“Cell ID is a restorative Plant-Based Growth Factor serum that helps reduce the appearance of visible signs of aging, like fine lines and wrinkles and hyperpigmentation, and strengthens compromised skin barriers.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 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~3.7–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinCarrageenan~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
More about CarrageenanPropanediol~2.6–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPentylene glycol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPseudoalteromonas ferment extract~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHydrolyzed wheat protein~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinCalanthe discolor extract~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glucose~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseSodium 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 hyaluronatePhenethyl alcohol~0.4–0.95%
Hydrolyzed soy protein~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinDisodium edta~0.3–0.75%
Palmitoyl tripeptide-5~0.2–0.75%
- 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 Palmitoyl tripeptide-5Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium salicylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
The salt of salicylic acid. Helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can also work to preserve cosmetic products
More about Sodium salicylateXanthan gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGluconolactone~0.1–0.45%
- 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 GluconolactoneKhaya senegalensis bark extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Maltodextrin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinCitric acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Acetyl tetrapeptide-22~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acetylarginyltryptophyl diphenylglycine~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calcium gluconate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Carrageenan, Propanediol, Pentylene glycol, Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Calanthe discolor extract, Glucose, Sodium hyaluronate, Phenethyl alcohol, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Disodium edta, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Sodium benzoate, Sodium salicylate, Xanthan gum, Gluconolactone, Khaya senegalensis bark extract, Maltodextrin, Citric acid, Benzyl alcohol, Potassium sorbate, Acetyl tetrapeptide-22, Acetylarginyltryptophyl diphenylglycine, Calcium gluconate
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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.
| CosMedixCell ID Nutritive Defense SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Luzern LaboratoriesLuzern WE3 Triple Action Serum Wrinkle Corrector | BIODANCEPore tightening collagen ampoule | Medik8Liquid Peptides | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 61% | 59% |
| Price | $128.00 | — | $35.04−$92.96 | $68.00−$60.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 4Wheat in skin caremdedge.com
- 5
- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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