Works for
Anti-agingVitis vinifera seed extract, Hyaluronic acid + 2 moreMay help
“Tackle the visible signs of skin aging with our Regenerating Skin Renewal Beauty & Wellbeing Elixir, inspired by ESPA’s holistic philosophy, this high-performance dietary supplement is expertly formulated to support the body, mind and skin.”
This product contains vitis vinifera seed extract. 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.
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid ~0.1–0.45%Under-dosed
“ESPA presents a powerful natural antidote to these antagonists, wrinkles, and hyper-pigmentation.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Vitis vinifera seed extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract + 4 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (vitis vinifera seed extract) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - ginkgo biloba leaf extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Inulin, Elaeis guineensis oil + 3 moreWorks
“Regenerating Elixir”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": hyaluronic acid, aloe barbadensis extract.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: AromaMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Inulin~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinWater~12–17%
Citric acid~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSambucus nigra flower extract~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Sambucus nigra flower extractAloe barbadensis extract~2.4–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis extractAroma~1.6–2.4%
Vitis vinifera seed extract~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Vitis vinifera seed extractZinc citrate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ascorbic acid~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidElaeis guineensis oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Elaeis guineensis oilCucumis melo fruit extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Cucumis melo fruit extractPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Ascorbic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidHyaluronic acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidGinkgo biloba leaf extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractCopper gluconate~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateDaucus carota sativa root juice~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Inulin, Water, Citric acid, Sambucus nigra flower extract, Unknown, Aloe barbadensis extract, Aroma, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Zinc citrate, Ascorbic acid, Elaeis guineensis oil, Cucumis melo fruit extract, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Unknown, Unknown, Ascorbic acid, Hyaluronic acid, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Unknown, Copper gluconate, Daucus carota sativa root juice
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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.
| ESPARegenerating ElixirYOUR PRODUCT | DIMEHyper Glow Serum | ISDINFlavo-C | BioveneVITAMIN C 27% SERUM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 75% | 75% |
| Price | — | $30.00 | $21.36 | $20.58 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Ferulic Acid | Lactic Acid | Ferulic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Price
The product retails for 108.50CA$ in Canada and for 62.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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