Dermadoctor KP Duty Dermatologist Formulated AHA Moisturizing Therapy For Dry Skin
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, UreaStrong evidence
“KP Duty Dermatologist Formulated AHA Moisturizing Therapy For Dry Skin”
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: glycolic acid.
MoisturizingUrea, Chondrus crispus extract + 12 moreStrong evidence
“KP Duty Dermatologist Formulated AHA Moisturizing Therapy For Dry Skin”
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:
biosaccharide gum-1, 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: chondrus crispus extract, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: urea
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Glycolic acidStrong evidence
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic 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.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Glycolic acid, Magnesium aluminum silicateStrong evidence
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Camellia sinensis extractModerate evidence
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 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~45–55%
Glycolic acid~5.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidC12-15 alkyl benzoate~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateUrea~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaHexyl laurate~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Hexyl laurateSodium hydroxide~2–2.5%
Butylene glycol~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolC12-20 acid peg-8 ester~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about C12-20 acid peg-8 esterSorbitan stearate~1.2–1.5%
Sorbitol~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolGlyceryl stearate~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCetyl ricinoleate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl ricinoleateDimethicone~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeGlycerin~0.5–0.7%
- 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 GlycerinMel~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelCamellia sinensis extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis extractXanthan gum~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Propylparaben~0.25–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChondrus crispus extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractBiosaccharide gum-1~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePropylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolQuartz~0.2–0.4%
Chlorphenesin~0.1–0.2%
Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium dehydroacetate~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Urea, Hexyl laurate, Sodium hydroxide, Butylene glycol, C12-20 acid peg-8 ester, Sorbitan stearate, Sorbitol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Cetyl ricinoleate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Mel, Camellia sinensis extract, Xanthan gum, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Chondrus crispus extract, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sodium hyaluronate, Propylene glycol, Quartz, Chlorphenesin, Citric acid, Sodium dehydroacetate
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Product summary
"Dermadoctor - KP Duty Dermatologist Formulated AHA Moisturizing Therapy For Dry Skin" is effective for: Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Exfoliation and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Exfoliating acids (glycolic acid 5.60% - 6.80%). In this concentration, they will have a noticeable exfoliating effect. They can also have an anti-aging effect and stimulate collagen production in a long-run.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Dermadoctor" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 38.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5
- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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