Works for
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 1 moreWorks well
“For optimal anti-aging results, use our 4-step Phormula 3-10® Ritual with Phormula 3-10® Essence Lotion, Serum Concentrate, and Skin Repair”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
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, Glycerin + 20 moreWorks well
“91% felt more nourished skin*”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
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. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, polyglycerin-3.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Anti-blemishSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks 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, Ceratonia siliqua fruit extractWorks well
“Proven powerful actives, including our proprietary Epigene-6™, work to improve the appearance of skin firmness, elasticity, density, tone, and texture while dramatically diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”
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?
Irritancy13 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic5 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale5 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Niacinamide~5.7–6.9%
- 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 NiacinamideDicaprylyl ether~4.1–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherGlycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideGlyceryl stearate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateStearyl heptanoate~1.2–1.5%
Olus oil~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olus oilMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerCanola oil~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oil1,2-hexanediol~0.5–0.8%
Behenyl alcohol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholTheobroma cacao seed butter~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterJojoba esters~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersCetearyl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholStearyl caprylate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Squalane~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneButyrospermum parkii butter extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butter extractSodium polyacrylate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylatePhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerHelianthus annuus seed wax~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxMalus domestica fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Malus domestica fruit extractZingiber officinale extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCeratonia siliqua fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Ceratonia siliqua fruit extractAdansonia digitata seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Passiflora edulis seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
More about Passiflora edulis seed oilPolysorbate 60~0.25–0.45%
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAcacia decurrens flower wax~0.2–0.35%
Polyglycerin-3~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.25%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.25%
- 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 TocopherolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilSorbitan isostearate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateDaphne feddei flower/leaf/stem extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Niacinamide, Dicaprylyl ether, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Stearyl heptanoate, Olus oil, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Canola oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Behenyl alcohol, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Jojoba esters, Cetearyl alcohol, Stearyl caprylate, Squalane, Butyrospermum parkii butter extract, Sodium polyacrylate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Malus domestica fruit extract, Zingiber officinale extract, Propanediol, Ceratonia siliqua fruit extract, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Disodium edta, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Polysorbate 60, Xanthan gum, Acacia decurrens flower wax, Polyglycerin-3, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sorbitan isostearate, Daphne feddei flower/leaf/stem extract
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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.
| Erno LaszloPhormula 3-10 Skin RepairYOUR PRODUCT | Doctor RogersFace Cream | Doctor Rogers RestoreRestore Face Cream | Genus SkincarePhysio~Logic Fortifying Moisturiser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 86% | 85% |
| Price | $325.00 | $87.96−$237.04 | $87.96−$237.04 | $21.04−$303.96 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 15 | 5 of 15 | 6 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Adenosine | Ceramide 1 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Erno Laszlo - Phormula 3-10 Skin Repair" has a good moisturizing formula. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (glycerin and polyglycerin-3) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Helianthus annuus seed wax, jojoba esters, passiflora edulis seed oil, theobroma cacao seed butter and butyrospermum parkii butter in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We particularly like that there is a good concentration of Niacinamide (4.90% - 6.00%) in this moisturizer. Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is a great ingredient to have in a moisturizer. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and help improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 325.00$ 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 17 studies and safety reviews.
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