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.

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According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Dr. Barbara Sturm" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.

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Anti-aging

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-16.7% - 10.1%

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

Tocopherol1.3% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Insufficient!

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 (tocopheryl acetate). In theory, they could help neutralize free radicals in skin and lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun), but there is no evidence that these ingredients can have a noticeable effect in skin.

Tocopheryl acetate1.9% - 2.8%

Irritation risk: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.

Tocopherol1.3% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Insufficient!

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

Evens skin tone

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Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

Moisturizing

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Does not contain good ingredients to help with moisturization.

Oligopeptide-16.7% - 10.1%

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

Caprylyl glycol0.35% - 0.85%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:LOW

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

Dicaprylyl carbonate4.2% - 6.2%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Effectiveness:LOW

Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin

Tocopherol1.3% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:Concentration:Insufficient!

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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Tocopherol1.3% - 1.9%

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

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

Oligopeptide-16.7% - 10.1%

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Works for:Moisturizing, Anti-aging

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

Potential irritants

Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil0.9% - 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

Tocopheryl acetate1.9% - 2.8%

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1,2-hexanediol0.1% - 0.5%

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A preservative

Caprylyl glycol0.35% - 0.85%

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Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

Citric acid0.05% - 0.3%

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Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

Comedogenic ingredients

We couldn't find any comedogenic ingredients in this product

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Water40% - 60%

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Plain old water

Oligopeptide-16.7% - 10.1%

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

Dicaprylyl carbonate4.2% - 6.2%

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Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin

Polysorbate 202.9% - 4.3%

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Helps oil and water mix together

Tocopheryl acetate1.9% - 2.8%

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Tocopherol1.3% - 1.9%

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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 oil0.9% - 1.3%

Irritation risk:

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

1,2-hexanediol0.1% - 0.5%

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A preservative

Caprylyl glycol0.35% - 0.85%

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Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

Xanthan gum0.15% - 0.6%

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Used to create a thicker product consistency

Phenoxyethanol0.1% - 0.5%

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A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

Citric acid0.05% - 0.3%

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Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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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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Anti-aging

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Anti-oxidation

Evens skin tone

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