Works for
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Acetyl octapeptide-3 + 1 moreWorks well
“Clinically tested, Rapidly reduces fine lines & relaxes wrinkles, increasing skin hydration & clarity for a more luminous complexion.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl octapeptide-3.
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.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Panthenol + 14 moreWorks well
“This technologically advanced, peptide-rich formula contains antioxidant-rich botanical stem cells, to help protect against free radicals & preserve skin vitality, while powerful sodium hyaluronate visibly plumps & smooths, delivering essential moisture.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": fructose, 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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl octapeptide-3, niacinamide, panthenol, urea
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, AllantoinWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · Niacinamide, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateWorks well
“Clinically tested, Rapidly reduces fine lines & relaxes wrinkles, increasing skin hydration & clarity for a more luminous complexion.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.3–7.7%
- 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 glycolXanthan gum~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGlycerin~3.3–4%
- 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPolysorbate 20~1.7–2.1%
Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateNiacinamide~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePanthenol~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolMalus domestica fruit cell culture extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAcetyl octapeptide-3~0.5–0.75%
- 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 Acetyl octapeptide-3Diglucosyl gallic acid~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentylene glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolFructose~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseAllantoin~0.4–0.6%
- 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 AllantoinUrea~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateMaltose~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium pca~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaSodium chloride~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium lactate~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateTrehalose~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseCitric acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGlucose~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.1%
Lecithin~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Polysorbate 20, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Malus domestica fruit cell culture extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Acetyl octapeptide-3, Diglucosyl gallic acid, Pentylene glycol, Fructose, Allantoin, Urea, Sodium hyaluronate, Maltose, Sodium pca, Sodium chloride, Sodium lactate, Trehalose, Citric acid, Glucose, Sodium hydroxide, Lecithin
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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.
| endota spaPeptide 8 Hyaluronic SerumYOUR PRODUCT | TBH Skincarerebound serum | UltraceuticalsUltra B2 Hydrating Serum | BABORLIFTING RX Lift Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 81% | 80% | 79% |
| Price | — | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 11 | 6 of 11 | 9 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Topical L-ascorbic acid: percutaneous absorption studiesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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