Works for
4 of 5 advertised claims delivered
Exfoliation2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“An intensive complex of 12% glycolic acid and salicylic acid exfoliate dead skin to diminish fine lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation while promoting firmness and an even tone.”
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.
Moisturizing5 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Cream Plus 12”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum
Evens skin tone2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“An intensive complex of 12% glycolic acid and salicylic acid exfoliate dead skin to diminish fine lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation while promoting firmness and an even tone.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid
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-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
“An intensive complex of 12% glycolic acid and salicylic acid exfoliate dead skin to diminish fine lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation while promoting firmness and an even tone.”
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.
Anti-blemish2 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“Naturally astringent lemon extract minimizes the pores and supports a radiant complexion.”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus limon fruit extract, Imidazolidinyl ureaMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycolic acid~5.8–8.7%
- 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~3.2–4.8%
- 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 alcoholParaffinum liquidum~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumPetrolatum~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumSodium lauryl sulfate~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
More about Sodium lauryl sulfatePropylene glycol~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolIsopropyl palmitate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateCitrus limon fruit extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractSalicylic acid~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidImidazolidinyl urea~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is more irritating than many other preservatives available
More about Imidazolidinyl ureaMethylparaben~0.05–0.2%
Propylparaben~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Paraffinum liquidum, Petrolatum, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Propylene glycol, Isopropyl palmitate, Citrus limon fruit extract, Salicylic acid, Imidazolidinyl urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben
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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.
| GlyDermCream Plus 12YOUR PRODUCT | AvèneCicalfate Cream | Elizabeth ArdenEight Hour Cream Skin Protectant Fragrance Free | CliniqueiD™: Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion™ + ACC for Fatigue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 88% | 80% |
| Price | $46.50 | $19.82−$26.68 | $19.20−$27.30 | $41.00−$5.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 4 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Beeswax | Lanolin | Urea |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"GlyDerm - Cream Plus 12" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory, Exfoliation, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- Exfoliating acids (glycolic acid 5.80% - 8.70%). In this concentration, they will have a noticeable exfoliating effect. They can also have an anti-aging effect and stimulate collagen production in a long-run.
Price
The product retails for 46.50$ 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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