Dermadoctor Urban Veil Anti-Stress Adaptogen Powder
Works for
Anti-agingZinc pca, Ascorbic acid + 1 moreNot delivered
“Together they synergistically help replenish nutrients and defend compromised skin against pollutants, environmental stressors and help correct and prevent visible signs of stress-induced aging.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - zinc pca - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Manganese pca, Zinc pca + 4 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": manganese pca, 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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Tapioca starch~26–39%
Silica~6.6–9.9%
Maltodextrin~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinWater~2.8–4.2%
Ascorbic acid~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidHydroxyapatite~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mica~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaSambucus nigra fruit juice~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77891~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideManganese pca~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Often used as a part of an ingredient complex Physiogenyl together with Sodium PCA, Magnesium PCA and Zinc PCA. The manufacturer claims that it does more than attracting water, but there is no evidence or studies supporting this claim
More about Manganese pcaZinc pca~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePanthenol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolNiacinamide~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideGlutamine~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cordyceps sinensis extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.05–0.25%
- 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 powderBeta vulgaris root extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some antioxidant properties, but mostly used in cosmetics for its color
More about Beta vulgaris root extractEchinacea purpurea extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Echinacea purpurea extractRhodiola rosea root extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eleutherococcus senticosus root extract~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calcium carbonate~0.1–0.4%
Ingredient list view
Tapioca starch, Silica, Maltodextrin, Water, Ascorbic acid, Hydroxyapatite, Mica, Sambucus nigra fruit juice, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Manganese pca, Zinc pca, Sodium hyaluronate, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Glutamine, Cordyceps sinensis extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Beta vulgaris root extract, Echinacea purpurea extract, Rhodiola rosea root extract, Eleutherococcus senticosus root extract, Calcium carbonate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| DermadoctorUrban Veil Anti-Stress Adaptogen PowderYOUR PRODUCT | FormulystActive Serum – Vitamin B, C, E, Ferulic + Niacinamide | NourishMaxVITAMIN C + B + E + FERULIC & RETINOL SERUM | Timeless Skin Care20% Vitamin C + E Ferulic Acid Serum Pouch Pack (28 Single Use Pouches) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 79% | 78% |
| Price | $25.93 | — | $59.00+$33.07 | $21.03−$4.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Ferulic Acid | Ferulic Acid | Ferulic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Aesthetics Rx Vitamin C Serum 23%Dr Brenner Vitamin C Serum 20% Pure L-Ascorbic Acid, Ferulic Acid, Vitamin E and Hyaluronic Acid
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review hindawi.com
- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4
- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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