
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
“A triple complex of vitamin C, niacinamide and amber microalgae hones in on pigmentation and age spots to leave the skin tone unified and brightened.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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.
“Powered by a tri-complex of skincare heroes, the gel moisturiser is infused with vitamin C, niacinamide and amber microalgae to help illuminate and refine the appearance of lacklustre skin.”
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: 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.
“A power-smoothie of premium-grade hyaluronic acid and eight amino acids nourish the skin with long-lasting hydration that helps to create plumper, smoother-looking 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:
alanine, anhydroxylitol.
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: arginine, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains niacinamide.


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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 GlycerinAn emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Cetearyl ethylhexanoateActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolA 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 oilIs 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 NiacinamideHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineIncreases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateUsed to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlycogenHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseOne 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 acidA plant extract that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Lupinus albus seed extractNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about PcaCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Plankton extractPure 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 TocopherolAn 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 SerineAn 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 AlanineHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinA product of bacterial fermentation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Bacillus fermentAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidAn 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 ThreonineAn 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 ArginineHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolWater, Glycerin, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Propanediol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Niacinamide, Betaine, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Xylitylglucoside, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Maltodextrin, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Glycogen, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Sodium pca, Glucose, Hyaluronic acid, Lupinus albus seed extract, Pca, Sucrose, Plankton extract, Tocopherol, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, 1,2-hexanediol, Lecithin, Bacillus ferment, Glutamic acid, Lysine hcl, Threonine, Biosaccharide gum-4, Arginine, Proline, Succinic acid, Sodium lactate, Citric acid, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone
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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.
| FaceGymLiftwear Lift and Brighten Vitamin C and Bioferment Gel-CreamYOUR PRODUCT | CetaphilRestoring Water Gel | AMPLE:NHyaluron Shot Gel cream | BiodermaHydrabio Gel-Creme - Light Moisturising Care | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 80% | 74% | 73% |
| Price | $19.83 | $19.79 | $52.75+$32.92 | $14.09−$5.74 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 23 | 6 of 23 | 2 of 23 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Ceramide 1 | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Based on the ingredient list, "FaceGym - Liftwear Lift and Brighten Vitamin C and Bioferment Gel-Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Alanine, anhydroxylitol, arginine, betaine and glutamic acid in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Arginine, helianthus annuus seed oil and cetearyl ethylhexanoate in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails from 20.70$ up to 69.00$ in the United States, from 15.00£ up to 50.00£ in the United Kingdom and from 26.30CA$ up to 87.50CA$ in Canada.
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