Works for
Anti-agingAcetyl glucosamine, Lactococcus ferment lysate + 2 moreWorks well
“- Visibly diminishes fine lines and wrinkles in 2 weeks”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains acetyl glucosamine.
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.
MoisturizingAcetyl glucosamine, Urea + 13 moreWorks well
“- Bio-Fermented Acetyl Glucosamine: Hydrates and provides antioxidant protection.”
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:
glucosamine hcl, 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: helianthus annuus seed oil, caprylyl glycol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl glucosamine, urea
Evens skin toneAcetyl glucosamine, Glucosamine hcl + 3 moreWorks well
“- Botanical Blend with Phyto Glycogen and Prickly Pear: Visibly brightens and smooths.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: acetyl glucosamine
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: glucosamine hcl, lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract.
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.
ExfoliationAcetyl glucosamine, Urea + 2 moreNot delivered
“- Pumpkin Enzyme: Exfoliates to reveal brighter-looking, smoother skin daily.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with acetyl glucosamine, urea, lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract, but These ingredients is not the most effective.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Camellia japonica flower extract, Lactococcus ferment lysate + 6 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia japonica flower 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?
Irritancy26 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extractPropanediol~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolLactococcus ferment lysate~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Lactococcus ferment lysateEthoxydiglycol~2.2–2.7%
Hydrolyzed soy protein~1.8–2.3%
- 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 proteinAcetyl glucosamine~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamineHydroxyacetophenone~1.4–1.7%
Lactic acid~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidHydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Can help attract water the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.5–0.75%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilSalvia sclarea oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractViola odorata leaf extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acacia senegal gum extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Curcuma longa root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Curcuma longa root extractMucor miehei extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula spica flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilLitsea cubeba fruit oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil with a lemon-like smell that is extracted from a fruit grown in Asia. Used as a fragrance
More about Litsea cubeba fruit oilCamellia japonica flower extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Camellia japonica flower extractGlycerin~0.3–0.55%
- 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 GlycerinMentha piperita oil~0.2–0.4%
Butylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 glycolLactobacillus ferment~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentGlycogen~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlycogenUrea~0.25–0.45%
- 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 UreaCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhospholipids~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsGlucosamine hcl~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.
More about Glucosamine hclXanthan gum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.45%
Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Citric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acacia senegal gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumSodium chloride~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium citrate~0.2–0.35%
- 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 citrateDisodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.15%
Citral~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract, Propanediol, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Ethoxydiglycol, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Acetyl glucosamine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Lactic acid, Hydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Salvia sclarea oil, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Viola odorata leaf extract, Acacia senegal gum extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Mucor miehei extract, Lavandula spica flower/leaf/stem extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Camellia japonica flower extract, Glycerin, Mentha piperita oil, Butylene glycol, Lactobacillus ferment, Glycogen, Urea, Caprylyl glycol, Phospholipids, Glucosamine hcl, Xanthan gum, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Acacia senegal gum, Sodium chloride, Sodium citrate, Disodium edta, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Limonene, Linalool, Citral
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 32 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Extracts from Glycine max (soybean) induce elastin synthesis and inhibit elastase activityonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 2
- 3Safety Assessment of Soy Peptides as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 4
- 5Glucosamine: an ingredient with skin and other benefitsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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