Dr.Select Torico Platinum Rich Clear Lotion
Works for
Evens skin toneGlycolic acid, Lactic acid + 3 moreWorks well
“Clears skin with accumulated melanin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, lactic acid
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: alanine.
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.
Anti-agingGlycolic acid, Lactic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“Giving it firmness and elasticity as if collagen had been regenerated.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: lactic acid, serine, threonine.
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.
MoisturizingLactic acid, Tartaric acid + 15 moreWorks
“Removes old dead skin cells and moisturizes.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": alanine, glycerin.
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).
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Glycolic acid, Lactic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid, lactic acid.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Tartaric acid, TaurineMay help
This product contains antioxidants (tartaric acid) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol, Citrus unshiu peel extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.1–7.7%
- 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 glycolGlycolic acid~3.1–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidLactic acid~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidAlcohol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholSodium hydroxide~1.3–1.9%
1,2-hexanediol~0.4–1%
Platinum~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alanine~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineTartaric acid~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
More about Tartaric acidCitrus unshiu peel extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Taurine~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Could be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurineLysine hcl~0.1–0.4%
Glycine~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineLeucine~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Histidine hcl~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt of an amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about Histidine hclSerine~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineValine~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium aspartate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Threonine~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineAlanine~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineIsoleucine~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
More about IsoleucinePhenylalanine~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arginine~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineProline~0.05–0.15%
Tyrosine~0.05–0.1%
Disodium inosinate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium guanylate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Allantoin~0.05–0.15%
- 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 AllantoinDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizatePanthenyl ethyl ether~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about Panthenyl ethyl etherGlycerin~0.05–0.2%
- 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 GlycerinXanthan gum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumStyrene/vp copolymer~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polysorbate 20~0.01–0.05%
Polysorbate 80~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Alcohol, Sodium hydroxide, 1,2-hexanediol, Platinum, Alanine, Tartaric acid, Citrus unshiu peel extract, Taurine, Lysine hcl, Unknown, Glycine, Leucine, Histidine hcl, Serine, Valine, Sodium aspartate, Threonine, Alanine, Isoleucine, Phenylalanine, Arginine, Proline, Tyrosine, Disodium inosinate, Disodium guanylate, Allantoin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Panthenyl ethyl ether, Glycerin, Xanthan gum, Styrene/vp copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 80
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| Dr.SelectTorico Platinum Rich Clear LotionYOUR PRODUCT | TulaSecret Solution Pro-Glycolic 10% Resurfacing Toner | MUTHAAmniotic Toner | FacileThe Buzz Brightening Exfoliating Facial Treatment with AHA & BHA | |
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| Match | — | 57% | 56% | 56% |
| Price | $73.50 | $16.00−$57.50 | — | $35.00−$38.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 | 3 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Lactococcus Ferment Lysate | Lactobionic Acid | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Dr. Select - Torico Platinum Rich Clear Lotion" is effective for: Anti-aging, Exfoliation and Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Exfoliating acids (lactic acid 2.30% - 3.40% and glycolic acid 3.10% - 4.70%). In this concentration, they will have a noticeable exfoliating effect. They can also have an anti-aging effect and stimulate collagen production in a long-run. Lactic Acid can also help to attract water to the upper layer (works as a humectant).
- Humectants (glycine 0.10% - 0.35%, alanine 0.05% - 0.20%, glycerin 0.05% - 0.20%, alanine 0.85% - 1.30% and lactic acid 2.30% - 3.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 82.60$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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