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Frankly Niacinamide 15% Zinc Beads Serum

Name: Frankly - Niacinamide 15% Zinc Beads Serum
Brand: Frankly

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

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Moisturizing

Niacinamide, Zinc pca + 9 more

Works well

What the product description says

“INGREDIENTS Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Tromethamine, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Hydrolyzed Malt Extract, Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Arginine, Silica, Alumina HOW TO USE Use day and night.”

Source: Lila Beauty

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: arginine, glycerin.

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, caprylic/capric triglyceride.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide

NiacinamideHeroEffect: HighIs 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 production15%

Zinc pcaKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing~2.6–3.1%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~1.7–2.1%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.75–1.15%

AdenosineKey activeEffect: MediumMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.5–0.8%

Hyaluronic acidKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne 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~0.15–0.3%

Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin~0.15–0.3%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.25%

ArginineKey active· Humectant, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn 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~0.1–0.15%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~4–4.9%

Hydrolyzed viola tricolor extractUnder-dosedMight have some moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. Can be added to products to create a nice smell.~0.25–0.45%

Evens skin tone

Niacinamide

Works well

What the product description says

“Promotes a bright and even skin tone with Niacinamide that elevates skin clarity, achieving a luminous, even-toned appearance.”

Source: Lila Beauty

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.

NiacinamideKey activeEffect: HighIs 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 production15%

Anti-blemish

Niacinamide, Zinc pca

Works well

What the product description says

“DESCRIPTION Frankly Niacinamide 15% Zinc Beads Serum regulates sebum production, targets problematic areas, and clogged pores.”

Source: Lila Beauty

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.

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: zinc pca

Zinc pcaKey activeEffect: MediumA compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing~2.6–3.1%

Anti-aging

Niacinamide, Adenosine + 2 more

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What the product description says

“Restores skin resilience and reduce appearance of wrinkles.”

Source: Lila Beauty

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, 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.

AdenosineKey activeEffect: HighMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.5–0.8%

Zinc pcaEffect: LowA compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing~2.6–3.1%

Hyaluronic acidEffect: LowOne 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~0.15–0.3%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

2 strong irritants: Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract, Hydrolyzed viola tricolor extract

Medium risk

We flagged 7 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extractUsed as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant propertiesHigh~0.4–0.6%est.

Hydrolyzed viola tricolor extractMight have some moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. Can be added to products to create a nice smell.High~0.25–0.45%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.95–1.15%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~1.7–2.1%est.

HydroxyacetophenoneUsed to increase effectiveness of preservativesMedium~1.5–1.8%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.55–0.85%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.45–0.7%est.

Comedogenic

Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients

None flagged

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Niacinamide15%

Hero · Moisturizing, Anti-blemish

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-blemishReduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryReduces rednessAntibacterial

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

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Dipropylene glycol~7.5–9.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying

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Butylene glycol~4–4.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Glycereth-26~3.1–3.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps create a thicker product consistency

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Zinc pca~2.6–3.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizingAnti-blemishAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing

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1,2-hexanediol~0.95–1.15%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.7–2.1%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Hydroxyacetophenone~1.5–1.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives

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Carbomer~1.2–1.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Propanediol~1–1.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Glycerin~0.75–1.15%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Dextrin palmitate/ethylhexanoate~0.65–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.55–0.85%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Adenosine~0.5–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-agingMoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)

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Xanthan gum~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Disodium edta~0.45–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Tromethamine~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract~0.4–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant properties

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Hydrolyzed malt extract~0.3–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hydrolyzed viola tricolor extract~0.25–0.45%

Under-dosedIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Might have some moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. Can be added to products to create a nice smell.

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Titanium dioxide~0.35–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin

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Ci 77891~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hyaluronic acid~0.15–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

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 acid

Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.15–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin

More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid

Sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.25%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Arginine~0.1–0.15%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Silica~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

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Alumina~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products

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Ingredient list view

Water, Niacinamide, Dipropylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Glycereth-26, Zinc pca, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hydroxyacetophenone, Carbomer, Propanediol, Glycerin, Dextrin palmitate/ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Tromethamine, Hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract, Hydrolyzed malt extract, Hydrolyzed viola tricolor extract, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Arginine, Silica, Alumina

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"Frankly - Buy Frankly Niacinamide 15% Zinc Beads Serum in Australia - Korean Skincare Online" is effective for: Moisturizing, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish and Anti-aging

Ingredient callouts

Adenosine 0.50% - 0.80%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Humectants (arginine 0.10% - 0.15%, sodium hyaluronate 0.15% - 0.25%, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.15% - 0.30%, hyaluronic acid 0.15% - 0.30%, glycerin 0.75% - 1.15% and zinc pca 2.60% - 3.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.