DERMAFIRM

DERMAFIRM Ultra Soothing Night Lifting Formula

Name: DERMAFIRM - Ultra Soothing Night Lifting Formula
Brand: DERMAFIRM

Efficacy87/100IrritancyHigh

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2 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Anti-aging

Adenosine, Melatonin + 2 more

Strong evidence

What the product description says

“Brand from South Korea DERMAFIRM. This product consists of Activator 1 (pouch) Activator 2 (jar) Brush 1pc Benefits An anti-aging face cream helps improve skin texture and wrinkles.”

Source: Yesstyle

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

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.

AdenosineKey activeEffect: HighMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.2–0.35%

MelatoninEffect: LowA compound that can regulate sleep cycles in humans and animals. When used in cosmetics, comes from plant sources. It can work as anti-oxidant in skin when applied topically in skincare~0.5–0.75%

NiacinamideUnder-dosedEffect: HighIs 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~0.45–0.7%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.5–0.75%

Moisturizing

Arginine, Squalane + 17 more

Good evidence

What the product description says

“Contains rich Lavender Flower Extract and its oil, Hydrolyzed Collagen.”

Source: Yesstyle

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: arginine, 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: arginine, squalane.

ArginineKey active· Humectant, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin~0.45–0.65%

SqualaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.~28–34%

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~0.55–0.85%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.35%

Corallina officinalis extractKey activeEffect: HighRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants~0.45–0.7%

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~0.5–0.8%

AdenosineKey activeEffect: MediumMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.2–0.35%

Glyceryl stearate seKey activeEffect: MediumUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient~1.1–1.4%

Hydrogenated vegetable oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~2.1–2.5%

Olea europaea fruit oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation~0.5–0.8%

TrihydroxystearinKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture~0.65–1%

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~0.5–0.7%

Moringa oleifera seed oil· EmollientEffect: LowA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid~0.55–0.8%

Oleic acid· EmollientEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness~0.6–0.85%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.55–0.8%

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilUnder-dosedEffect: HighSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.~0.6–0.85%

Stearic acidEffect: Low, below effective doseHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~0.65–0.95%

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · Melatonin, Aloe barbadensis flower extract + 9 more

Moderate evidence

This product contains antioxidants (melatonin) 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.

MelatoninKey activeEffect: MediumA compound that can regulate sleep cycles in humans and animals. When used in cosmetics, comes from plant sources. It can work as anti-oxidant in skin when applied topically in skincare~0.5–0.75%

Aloe barbadensis flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.55–0.8%

Coccinia indica fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin~0.5–0.7%

Corallina officinalis extractEffect: LowRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants~0.45–0.7%

Eclipta prostrata extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating~0.65–0.95%

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals~0.35–0.65%

Melia azadirachta flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin~0.5–0.75%

Ocimum sanctum leaf extractEffect: LowA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals~0.45–0.7%

Solanum melongena fruit extractEffect: LowEggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.45–0.7%

AdenosineEffect: LowMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.2–0.35%

TocopherolUnder-dosedEffect: 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~0.5–0.75%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

6 strong irritants: Sorbitan sesquioleate, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 4 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 26 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Sorbitan sesquioleateUsed to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritatingHigh~3.9–4.8%est.

Eclipta prostrata extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.65–0.95%est.

Lavandula angustifolia oilAn essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.6–0.9%est.

Melia azadirachta leaf extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritatingHigh~0.55–0.85%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.5–0.75%est.

Aloe barbadensis flower extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effectHigh~0.55–0.8%est.

Ocimum sanctum leaf extractA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicalsHigh~0.45–0.7%est.

Curcuma longa root extractA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritantHigh~0.45–0.65%est.

Thymus serpyllum extract—High~0.5–0.75%est.

Lavandula angustifolia flower extractEssential oil that can be irritatingHigh~0.55–0.8%est.

Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~2.7–3.3%est.

Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.95–1.15%est.

Melia azadirachta flower extractA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~0.5–0.75%est.

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicalsMedium~0.5–0.75%est.

Coccinia indica fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~0.5–0.7%est.

Hydrogenated phosphatidylcholineHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.5–0.75%est.

Olea europaea fruit oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammationMedium~0.5–0.8%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.45–0.7%est.

Moringa oleifera seed oilA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acidMedium~0.55–0.8%est.

Solanum melongena fruit extractEggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effectMedium~0.45–0.7%est.

Oleic acidHelps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin drynessMedium~0.6–0.85%est.

Potassium cetyl phosphateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.5–0.75%est.

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.Medium~0.6–0.85%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.55–0.8%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.15–0.3%est.

Sorbic acidA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.25%est.

Comedogenic

4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

4 flagged

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

Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateHelps oil and water mix together3/5~2.7–3.3%est.

Corallina officinalis extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants3/5~0.45–0.7%est.

Hydrogenated vegetable oilAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin2/5~2.1–2.5%est.

Glyceryl stearate seUsed to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient2/5~1.1–1.4%est.

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Ingredients

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Squalane~28–34%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.

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Helianthus annuus

Not recognized

Sunflower seed oil glyceride~5.9–7.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Sorbitan sesquioleate~3.9–4.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Cleansing

Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

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Stearalkonium hectorite~3.8–4.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create an even product consistency

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Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate~2.7–3.3%

Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Polyglyceryl-3 ricinoleate~2.4–2.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Hydrogenated vegetable oil~2.1–2.5%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Water~1.7–2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Cetearyl olivate~1.3–1.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Glyceryl stearate se~1.1–1.4%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient

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Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.95–1.15%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Sorbitan olivate~0.75–1.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Trihydroxystearin~0.65–1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture

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Eclipta prostrata extract~0.65–0.95%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating

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Glycerin~0.65–0.95%

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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Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.6–0.9%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties

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C12-14 pareth-12~0.6–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.55–0.85%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

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Linalool~0.5–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Butylene glycol~0.5–0.75%

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

More about Butylene glycol

Melia azadirachta flower extract~0.5–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin

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Oil soluble

Not recognized

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.5–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Evens skin toneAnti-oxidationReduces rednessAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterial

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

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Extract

Not recognized

Coccinia indica fruit extract~0.5–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin

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Hydrogenated phosphatidylcholine~0.5–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Olea europaea fruit oil~0.5–0.8%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation

More about Olea europaea fruit oil

Adenosine~0.5–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingMoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)

More about Adenosine

1,2-hexanediol~0.45–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

More about 1,2-hexanediol

Moringa oleifera seed oil~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid

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Solanum melongena fruit extract~0.45–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Aloe barbadensis flower extract~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Hydroxystearic acid~0.6–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Oleic acid~0.6–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness

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Potassium cetyl phosphate~0.5–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.6–0.85%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.

More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oil

Sodium guaiazulene sulfonate~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Arginine~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin

More about Arginine

Ocimum sanctum leaf extract~0.45–0.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals

More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extract

Curcuma longa root extract~0.45–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant

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Corallina officinalis extract~0.45–0.7%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants

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Cestrum nocturnum branch/flower/leaf water~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Polyglyceryl-4 caprate~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.

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Tocopherol~0.5–0.75%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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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Thymus serpyllum extract~0.5–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Lavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Essential oil that can be irritating

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Melatonin~0.5–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-aging

A compound that can regulate sleep cycles in humans and animals. When used in cosmetics, comes from plant sources. It can work as anti-oxidant in skin when applied topically in skincare

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Stearic acid~0.65–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Caprylyl glycol~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

More about Caprylyl glycol

Hydrolyzed collagen~0.55–0.85%

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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Butylene glycol~0.5–0.7%

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

More about Butylene glycol

Propanediol~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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1,2-hexanediol~0.45–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Water~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~0.5–0.8%

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

More about Glycerin

Niacinamide~0.45–0.7%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneMoisturizingAnti-blemishReduces irritationAntibacterialReduces rednessAnti-inflammatory

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

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C12-14 pareth-12~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Arginine~0.45–0.65%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin

More about Arginine

Carbomer~0.45–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Styrene/vp copolymer~0.45–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Oil soluble

Not recognized

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryReduces rednessEvens skin toneAnti-oxidationAntibacterial

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract

Extract

Not recognized

Adenosine~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingMoisturizingAnti-oxidation

More about Adenosine

Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Disodium edta~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Hydroxystearic acid~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Sorbic acid~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Squalane, Unknown, Sunflower seed oil glyceride, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Stearalkonium hectorite, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 ricinoleate, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Water, Cetearyl olivate, Glyceryl stearate se, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Sorbitan olivate, Trihydroxystearin, Eclipta prostrata extract, Glycerin, Lavandula angustifolia oil, C12-14 pareth-12, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Linalool, Butylene glycol, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Unknown, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Unknown, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Hydrogenated phosphatidylcholine, Olea europaea fruit oil, Adenosine, 1,2-hexanediol, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis flower extract, Hydroxystearic acid, Oleic acid, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Sodium guaiazulene sulfonate, Arginine, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Cestrum nocturnum branch/flower/leaf water, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Tocopherol, Thymus serpyllum extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Melatonin, Stearic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Hydrolyzed collagen, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, C12-14 pareth-12, Arginine, Carbomer, Styrene/vp copolymer, Unknown, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Unknown, Adenosine, Sodium hyaluronate, Disodium edta, Hydroxystearic acid, Sorbic acid

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	DERMAFIRMUltra Soothing Night Lifting FormulaYOUR PRODUCT	AnuaPDRN Hyaluronic Acid 100 Moisturizing Cream 60ml	ACWELLLicorice pH Balancing Extreme Moisture Cream 55ml	epiiDouble Up Cream
Match	—	85%	84%	84%
Price	$43.70	$21.06−$22.64	$21.03−$22.67	$20.34−$23.36
Shared key ingredients	—	8 of 12	8 of 12	7 of 12
Key difference	—	Madecassoside	Ceramide Np	Panthenol
Irritancy	High	Medium	Medium	Medium
Drying alcohol	—	—	Contains drying alcohol	—
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"DERMAFIRM - Ultra Soothing Night Lifting Formula" is effective for: Anti-aging

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

Ingredient callouts

Adenosine 0.20% - 0.35%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.20% - 0.35%, arginine 0.35% - 0.60%, glycerin 0.50% - 0.75%, hydrolyzed collagen 0.55% - 0.85%, arginine 0.45% - 0.70% and glycerin 0.65% - 0.95%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.