Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin tone2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“This treatment also enhances skin tone and smoothness for a healthy looking, revitalized complexion.”
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-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Formulated with 20% glycolic acid, this cream helps to reduce the cosmetic appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”
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.
Moisturizing7 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“Rejuvenating Cream-20”
Does not contain the most effective ingredients for moisturization. The emollients (cetearyl alcohol, dicaprylyl ether) can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Keep in mind though that this product lacks humectants that attract water. You might want to use a separate product with ingredients like hyaluronic acid or glycerin in addition (use before this product for the best results).
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycolic acid~5.4–8.1%
- 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 acidPropylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~2.7–4%
- 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 glycolCetearyl alcohol~2–3.1%
- 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 alcoholStearic acid~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidIsopropyl palmitate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateTocopherol~1.1–1.6%
- 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 TocopherolTocopheryl acetate~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePeg-40 stearate~0.6–1.35%
Potassium hydroxide~0.45–1.1%
Lanolin alcohol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Lanolin alcoholDicaprylyl ether~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Propylparaben~0.1–0.35%
Bht~0.05–0.2%
Propyl gallate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve product formulations and can mask the smell of other ingredients in a product
More about Propyl gallateYeast extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractIngredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, Propylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Propylene glycol, Cetearyl alcohol, Stearic acid, Isopropyl palmitate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Peg-40 stearate, Potassium hydroxide, Lanolin alcohol, Dicaprylyl ether, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Bht, Propyl gallate, Yeast extract
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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.
| GlytoneRejuvenating Cream-20YOUR PRODUCT | Baebody BeautyNeck Cream - Baebody | SesdermaAcglicolic 20 Moisturising Gel Cream | Walgreens BeautyBeauty Hydrox Face Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 58% | 57% |
| Price | $56.00 | $24.95−$31.05 | $46.26−$9.74 | $8.99−$47.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 1 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Allantoin | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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