Dr. Barbara Sturm EXOSO-METIC FACE SERUM
Works for
Anti-agingOligopeptide-1, TocopherolMay help
“Intensive skin-renewing Supports the skin’s own natural rejuvenation mechanisms Youthful firmness and radiance Smoother skin and skin structure Helps to improve signs of skin texture and pigmentation”
This product contains oligopeptide-1. 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.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Helps to improve signs of skin texture and pigmentation”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
MoisturizingOligopeptide-1, Dicaprylyl carbonate + 2 moreNot delivered
“Intensive skin-renewing Supports the skin’s own natural rejuvenation mechanisms Youthful firmness and radiance Smoother skin and skin structure Helps to improve signs of skin texture and pigmentation”
Does not contain good ingredients to help with moisturization.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetateWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Oligopeptide-1~6.7–10.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Oligopeptide-1Dicaprylyl carbonate~4.2–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonatePolysorbate 20~2.9–4.3%
Tocopheryl acetate~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateTocopherol~1.3–1.9%
- 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 TocopherolCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.9–1.3%
- 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 oil1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.5%
Caprylyl glycol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolXanthan gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCitric acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Oligopeptide-1, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Polysorbate 20, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Citric acid
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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.
| Dr. Barbara SturmEXOSO-METIC FACE SERUMYOUR PRODUCT | AQ Skin SolutionsGF Active Serum | HUMANANOPlacen Concentrated Serum Legend | BioveneSnail Renewal Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 60% | 60% |
| Price | — | $207.20 | $28.70 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Oligopeptide-4 | Vitamin C |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: The INKEY List CA 15% Vitamin C + EGF SerumSkinfix Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum
Product summary
"Dr. Barbara Sturm - EXOSO-METIC FACE SERUM" could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (oligopeptide-1 6.70% - 10.10%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Dr. Barbara Sturm" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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- 5Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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