Peptides (oligopeptide-1 3.60% - 5.40%). 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.

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Evens skin tone
Moisturizing

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

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

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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.

oligopeptide-1 3.6% - 5.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

tocopherol 26% - 38%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

Anti-oxidation

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).

tocopherol 26% - 38%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

tocopheryl acetate 1.3% - 2%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

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.

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

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

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Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

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

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Does not contain good ingredients to help with moisturization.

oligopeptide-1 3.6% - 5.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

tocopherol 26% - 38%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

caprylyl glycol 0.35% - 0.85%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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tocopherol 26% - 38%

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Works for: Anti-oxidation, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging, Moisturizing

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

tocopherol 1% - 1.6%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-oxidation, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging, Moisturizing

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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Potential irritants

citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil 5.6% - 8.4%

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A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity

citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil 0.55% - 1.3%

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A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity

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We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product

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tocopherol 26% - 38%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-oxidation, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-aging, Moisturizing

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

citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil 5.6% - 8.4%

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A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity

water 5% - 7.5%

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Plain old water

Ingredient list view

Tocopherol, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, 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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Key ingredients	oligopeptide-1 tocopherol +1 more	Common: oligopeptide-1 Other: oligopeptide-4 acetyl hexapeptide-8 +2 more	Common: oligopeptide-1 Other: oligopeptide-4 acetyl hexapeptide-8 +2 more	Common: oligopeptide-1 Other: ascorbic acid acetyl hexapeptide-8 +3 more	Common: oligopeptide-1 Other: lactic acid tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate +1 more	Common: oligopeptide-1 Other: ascorbyl glucoside	Common: oligopeptide-1 Other: butyrospermum parkii butter caprylic/capric triglyceride +5 more	Common: oligopeptide-1 tocopherol Other: tripeptide-1 hexapeptide-11 +17 more	Common: oligopeptide-1 Other: phytosphingosine ceramide eop +10 more	Common: oligopeptide-1 Other: panthenol hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate +3 more	Common: oligopeptide-1 Other: salicylic acid niacinamide +16 more	Common: oligopeptide-1 tocopherol Other: niacinamide copper tripeptide-1 +18 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM
Potential Irritants	citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil Has skin benefit? citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil Has skin benefit? +4 more	tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? glycine soja oil Has skin benefit?	tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? glycine soja oil Has skin benefit?	ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? +2 more	citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? +4 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? phytic acid Has skin benefit? +5 more	parfum Has skin benefit? orchid extract Has skin benefit? +12 more	1,2-hexanediol Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? +11 more	rosa damascena flower oil Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +7 more	caprylhydroxamic acid Has skin benefit? pentylene glycol Has skin benefit? +1 more	glycolic acid Has skin benefit? hydrolyzed royal jelly protein Has skin benefit? +18 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? hydroxyacetophenone Has skin benefit? +10 more
All ingredients	tocopherol Has skin benefit? citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil Has skin benefit? +12 more	water Has skin benefit? unknown Has skin benefit? +14 more	water Has skin benefit? unknown Has skin benefit? +14 more	water Has skin benefit? snail secretion filtrate Has skin benefit? +9 more	oligopeptide-1 Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +10 more	water Has skin benefit? ascorbyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +11 more	water Has skin benefit? propanediol Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylyl caprylate/caprate Has skin benefit? +53 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +39 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +10 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +42 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +52 more

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Dr. Barbara Sturm EXOSO-METIC FACE SERUM

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Anti-oxidation

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Moisturizing

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