Works for
Anti-agingBakuchiolWorks well
“Made with Bakuchiol to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains bakuchiol.
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.
Evens skin toneBakuchiolWorks well
“Enhances skin tone with Vitamin Tree Water.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: bakuchiol
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.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Glucose + 2 moreWorks
“Infused with fine air bubbles to deliver deep moisture without stickiness.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, glucose.
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).
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Bakuchiol, Coptis japonica root extractWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (bakuchiol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Bakuchiol, AllantoinMay help
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains bakuchiol.
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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Collagen water~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~7.5–11.2%
Propanediol~5.2–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolC12-14 alketh-12~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~3.2–4.8%
Butylene glycol~2.5–3.8%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~2.1–3.2%
- 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 GlycerinZea mays kernel extract~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Fructan~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glucose~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseHydroxyacetophenone~0.85–1.3%
Coptis japonica root extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Coptis japonica root extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–1%
Disodium edta~0.35–0.85%
Hippophae rhamnoides water~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant-infused water. The concentration of compounds with potential skin benefits is unlikely to be effective
More about Hippophae rhamnoides waterAllantoin~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinBakuchiol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
More about BakuchiolIngredient list view
Collagen water, 1,2-hexanediol, Propanediol, C12-14 alketh-12, Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Zea mays kernel extract, Fructan, Glucose, Hydroxyacetophenone, Coptis japonica root extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Hippophae rhamnoides water, Allantoin, Bakuchiol
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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.
| Dr. AltheaABC Glow Whipped Serum 100mlYOUR PRODUCT | RoutinelyReset bakuchiol serum | By BEAUTY BAYBreakout Clearing Serum | PhilosophyNature in A Jar Skin Reset Serum with Bakuchiol | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 84% | 83% |
| Price | — | $54.73 | $6.66 | $32.79 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Diglycerin | Salicylic Acid | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Viegano Bakuchiol + Tocopherol Vegan Revitalizing SerumOARS + ALPS Overnight Renewal Serum
Product summary
"Dr. Althea - Buy Dr Althea ABC Glow Whipped Serum in Australia - K-Beauty in Online Store" is effective for: Anti-aging and Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing and Anti-blemish, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Bakuchiol in this product (the concentration is about 0.15% - 0.70%). Helps fight photodamage (wrinkles, elasticity loss and pigmentation) and can reduce clogged pores and blemishes. Bakuchiol is a compound extracted from a plant Babchi. It acts similar to retinoids, but with less irritation risk.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.10% - 3.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 29.95A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Bakuchiol in the Management of Acne-affected Skinresearchgate.net
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