Dermelect Dermelect Microdermabrasion 2-3 Facial Reveal
Works for
Evens skin toneRetinyl palmitate, Ascorbic acidMay help
“The multi-action treatment works to lighten the skin while helping to even out skin tone and minimize the appearance of scars and discoloration.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: retinyl palmitate.
Anti-agingRetinyl palmitate, Algae extract + 2 moreMay help
“A light cream base combines natural protein enzymes plus micro crystals to gently "peel" away exhausted skin cells and help smooth fine lines and wrinkles.”
This product contains retinyl palmitate. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
ExfoliationRetinyl palmitate, PapainNot delivered
“Dermelect Microdermabrasion 2-3 Facial Reveal”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with papain, retinyl palmitate, but These ingredients is not the most effective.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Dimethicone + 5 moreWorks
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:
algae extract, 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: dimethicone, algae extract.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Diazolidinyl urea, Hamamelis virginiana extract + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Stearic acid~8.1–9.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlyceryl stearate~3.9–4.8%
- 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 stearateGlycerin~3.2–3.9%
- 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 GlycerinCeteareth-20~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
More about Ceteareth-20Aloe barbadensis extract~2–2.5%
- 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 extractDimethicone~1.8–2.2%
- 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 DimethiconeDiazolidinyl urea~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Works by releasing formaldehyde. Can be irritating
More about Diazolidinyl ureaAscorbic acid~1.3–1.6%
- 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 acidTocopherol~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolAlgae extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractHamamelis virginiana extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractCitrus grandis seed oil~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Retinyl palmitate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.25–0.5%
Citrus limon seed oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Chamomilla recutita extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita extractPapain~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainCitrus grandis seed extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Methylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Propylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Edta~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Stearic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Glycerin, Ceteareth-20, Aloe barbadensis extract, Unknown, Dimethicone, Diazolidinyl urea, Ascorbic acid, Tocopherol, Algae extract, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Citrus grandis seed oil, Retinyl palmitate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus limon seed oil, Chamomilla recutita extract, Papain, Citrus grandis seed extract, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Edta
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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.
| DermelectDermelect Microdermabrasion 2-3 Facial RevealYOUR PRODUCT | Dr Dennis GrossVitamin C Lactic Acid Firming Serum | Dr. Dennis Gross | Cipher SkincareC-Shield | Drunk ElephantLook At That Acid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 79% | 78% |
| Price | — | $20.00 | $135.00 | $139.18 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Ferulic Acid | Madecassoside | Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2
- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 6
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