Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acidWorks well
“Glycolic acid exfoliates the dead skin cells, that can contribute to congestion, dullness and uneven texture.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
MoisturizingPrunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Glycerin + 8 moreWorks
“The targeted overnight serum deeply nourishes and brightens the skin, allowing you to wake up to a glowing complexion.”
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.
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, plukenetia volubilis seed oil.
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycolic acid, Albizia julibrissin bark extract + 1 moreWorks well
“92% of women agreed that the Night Serum left their complexion looking rested 91% of women agreed that the Night Serum left their complexion feeling deeply nourished 91% of women agreed that the Night Serum left their complexion feeling deeply hydrated 89% of women agreed that the Night Serum left their complexion looking brighter”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid
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: albizia julibrissin bark extract.
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.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Glycolic acid, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Benzyl salicylate + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed~4.7–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedGlycerin~3.9–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinGlycolic acid~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidCetearyl alcohol~2.4–2.9%
- 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 alcoholCoco-caprylate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateTriheptanoin~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A synthetic triglyceride. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriheptanoinPlukenetia volubilis seed oil~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that works as a good moisturizer by softening the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin and reducing blemishes due to the large content of linoleic acid
More about Plukenetia volubilis seed oilSodium hydroxide~1.2–1.4%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~1–1.3%
- 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 butterVaccinium myrtillus seed oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCetyl palmitate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateAlbizia julibrissin bark extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing
More about Albizia julibrissin bark extractHydroxyacetophenone~0.5–0.75%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseMyrothamnus flabellifolia leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCamellia japonica seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia japonica seed oilParfum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSorbitan palmitate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation
More about Sorbitan palmitateGlyceryl stearate citrate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateCetearyl glucoside~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideSorbitan oleate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateBenzyl salicylate~0.2–0.35%
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.35%
Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateTocopherol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Ascorbic acid~0.1–0.2%
- 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 acidLinalool~0.05–0.15%
Benzyl benzoate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateIngredient list view
Water, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Glycerin, Glycolic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Coco-caprylate, Triheptanoin, Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, Sodium hydroxide, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Vaccinium myrtillus seed oil, Xanthan gum, Cetyl palmitate, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Myrothamnus flabellifolia leaf extract, Phenoxyethanol, Camellia japonica seed oil, Parfum, Sorbitan palmitate, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Cetearyl glucoside, Sorbitan oleate, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Benzyl salicylate, Sodium benzoate, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Tocopherol, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Ascorbic acid, Linalool, Benzyl benzoate
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| GLOSSYBOXNight SerumYOUR PRODUCT | PlenaireAesthetique Retexturing Treatment | HoliFrogHalo AHA + BHA Evening Serum | Derma EOvernight Peel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 59% | 59% |
| Price | — | $52.32 | $69.00 | $13.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
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- 3Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Phytopharmacological properties of Albizia species: A reviewresearchgate.net
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