Cosmetex Roland

Cosmetex Roland Beauty Liquid Concentrate Ultra Moisturizing Lotion Vitamin C

Name: Cosmetex Roland - Beauty Liquid Concentrate Ultra Moisturizing Lotion Vitamin C
Brand: Cosmetex Roland

Efficacy75/100IrritancyMedium

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Moisturizing

Glycerin, 3-glyceryl ascorbate + 9 more

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What the product description says

“Super moisturizing lotion, containing Vitamin C derivative and collagen.”

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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: 3-glyceryl ascorbate, glycerin.

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: hydrolyzed collagen.

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~4–6%

3-glyceryl ascorbateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA moisturizing vitamin C derivative. It is considered to be one of the most stable ones. It is effective in neutralizing free radicals and can help to even out the skin tone if used in high enough concentration~2–3%

CyanocobalaminKey activeEffect: HighCan support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin~0.35–0.8%

Hydrolyzed collagenKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: HighA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.55%

Zea mays oilKey activeEffect: HighA good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function~0.1–0.35%

Soluble collagenKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.4%

TrehaloseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.3%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~3.1–4.6%

TocopherolEffect: LowPure 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~1.5–2.3%

BiotinEffect: LowMight have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect~1.3–2%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideUnder-dosedA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~0.1–0.45%

Evens skin tone

Side benefit · Retinol, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid + 2 more

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This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.

In addition, this product contains 3-glyceryl ascorbate. This ingredient (ingredients) might help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the effect, if any, is likely to be small.

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: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid.

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.

RetinolHeroEffect: HighTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating~0.5–1.15%

3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidKey activeEffect: MediumA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products~2.5–3.8%

3-glyceryl ascorbateKey activeEffect: HighA moisturizing vitamin C derivative. It is considered to be one of the most stable ones. It is effective in neutralizing free radicals and can help to even out the skin tone if used in high enough concentration~2–3%

Sodium ascorbateUnder-dosed~0.9–1.35%

Anti-blemish

Side benefit the brand mentions · Retinol

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What the product description says

“Also 7 kinds of multi-vitamin are blended, and the lotion conditions loose pores and dullness, and leads to smooth skin.”

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This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

Exfoliation

Side benefit · Retinol

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This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: retinol.

RetinolKey activeEffect: HighTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating~0.5–1.15%

Anti-aging

Side benefit · Retinol, 3-glyceryl ascorbate + 3 more

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This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol.

These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: 3-glyceryl ascorbate.

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.

3-glyceryl ascorbateKey activeEffect: MediumA moisturizing vitamin C derivative. It is considered to be one of the most stable ones. It is effective in neutralizing free radicals and can help to even out the skin tone if used in high enough concentration~2–3%

3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidEffect: LowA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products~2.5–3.8%

TocopherolEffect: LowPure 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~1.5–2.3%

Sodium ascorbateUnder-dosed~0.9–1.35%

Anti-oxidation

Side benefit · 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, 3-glyceryl ascorbate + 4 more

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This product contains antioxidants (3-glyceryl ascorbate, retinol, tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

The following ingredients - 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

TocopherolKey activeEffect: HighPure 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~1.5–2.3%

Pyridoxine hclEffect: LowMight help neutralize free radicals in skin~1.1–1.7%

Sodium ascorbateUnder-dosed~0.9–1.35%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

2 strong irritants: Retinol, Citrus limon fruit extract

Medium risk

We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in productsHigh~2.5–3.8%est.

3-glyceryl ascorbateA moisturizing vitamin C derivative. It is considered to be one of the most stable ones. It is effective in neutralizing free radicals and can help to even out the skin tone if used in high enough concentrationHigh~2–3%est.

RetinolTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritatingHigh~0.5–1.15%est.

Citrus limon fruit extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivityHigh~0.15–0.55%est.

Pyridoxine hclMight help neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~1.1–1.7%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.1–0.45%est.

Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.05–0.25%est.

Sodium citrateHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve productsMedium~0.01–0.05%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.01–0.05%est.

Comedogenic

1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

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These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Zea mays oilA good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function3/5~0.1–0.35%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4–6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Butylene glycol~3.1–4.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Ascorbyl palmitate 3na

Not recognized

3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~2.5–3.8%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Evens skin toneAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products

More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid

3-glyceryl ascorbate~2–3%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-aging

A moisturizing vitamin C derivative. It is considered to be one of the most stable ones. It is effective in neutralizing free radicals and can help to even out the skin tone if used in high enough concentration

More about 3-glyceryl ascorbate

Tocopherol~1.5–2.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

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

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Biotin~1.3–2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect

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Pyridoxine hcl~1.1–1.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Might help neutralize free radicals in skin

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Sodium ascorbate~0.9–1.35%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-oxidation

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Retinol~0.5–1.15%

Hero · Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemishIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-blemishAnti-agingAnti-oxidationExfoliationMattifyingEvens skin tone

Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating

More about Retinol

Cyanocobalamin~0.35–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin

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Cholecalciferol~0.15–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Citrus limon fruit extract~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity

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Hydrolyzed collagen~0.15–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Succinoyl atelocollagen~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Soluble collagen~0.1–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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Zea mays oil~0.1–0.35%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

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CleansingMoisturizing

A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function

More about Zea mays oil

Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.1–0.45%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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Trehalose~0.05–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin

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Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Methylparaben~0.05–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.05–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures

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Sodium citrate~0.01–0.05%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products

More about Sodium citrate

Citric acid~0.01–0.05%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Unknown, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, 3-glyceryl ascorbate, Tocopherol, Biotin, Pyridoxine hcl, Sodium ascorbate, Retinol, Cyanocobalamin, Cholecalciferol, Citrus limon fruit extract, Hydrolyzed collagen, Succinoyl atelocollagen, Soluble collagen, Zea mays oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Trehalose, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium citrate, Citric acid

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Product summary

"Cosmetex Roland - Beauty Liquid Concentrate Ultra Moisturizing Lotion Vitamin C" is effective for: Anti-blemish, Exfoliation, Evens skin tone and Anti-aging

This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this product it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (1.70% - 2.60%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
This product contains an effective form of Retinoids (vitamin A): retinol 0.40% - 1.00%. Retinoids are potent multitasking actives. They work to improve and prevent early signs of aging, reduce hyperpigmentation (age spots and post-acne marks), and prevent inflamed blemishes and clogged pores. The downside of Retinoids is that they can be irritating. If you are not already using a Retinoid in your routine, it is best to start slowly and apply the Retinoid product only a few times per week. If your skin tolerates it well, you can gradually increase the frequency to daily.
Humectants (trehalose 0.10% - 0.45%, soluble collagen 0.15% - 0.55%, hydrolyzed collagen 0.15% - 0.60% and glycerin 4.10% - 6.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.