GRAYMELIN

GRAYMELIN Red Food Serum

Name: GRAYMELIN - Red Food Serum
Brand: GRAYMELIN

Efficacy87/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Anti-aging

Adenosine, Beta-glucan

Works well

What the product description says

“Improves the appearance of wrinkles with Red 6Complex and helps to prevent premature skin aging with Hibiscus Flower Water.”

Source: Yesstyle

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

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)~0.45–1.1%

Beta-glucanEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.85–1.3%

Moisturizing

Glycerin, Sodium hyaluronate + 11 more

Works

What the product description says

“Boosts collagen and hydration level in your skin to restore smooth and firm skin.”

Source: Yesstyle

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: betaine, 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: hydrolyzed collagen, caprylyl glycol.

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~3.4–5.1%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~2.6–3.9%

BetaineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~1.6–2.4%

Beta-glucanKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.85–1.3%

Hydrolyzed collagenKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: HighA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~0.85–1.3%

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)~0.45–1.1%

Malus domestica fruit extractKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.8%

Vitis vinifera fruit extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds~0.2–0.8%

CyanocobalaminKey activeEffect: HighCan support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin~0.05–0.25%

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~5.1–7.7%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~1.3–1.9%

Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~0.3–0.7%

Dipotassium glycyrrhizateUnder-dosedA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening~0.35–0.8%

Anti-oxidation

Side benefit · Ficus carica fruit extract, Beta-glucan + 9 more

May help

This product contains antioxidants (ficus carica fruit extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Ficus carica fruit extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect~0.3–0.7%

AdenosineEffect: LowMight 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)~0.45–1.1%

Rubus idaeus fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking~0.4–0.95%

Fragaria vesca fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking~0.35–0.8%

Malus domestica fruit extractEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.8%

Prunus persica fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extact. Might have some anti-oxidant properties~0.35–0.85%

Punica granatum fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties~0.3–0.7%

Vitis vinifera fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds~0.2–0.8%

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals~0.1–0.45%

Perilla frutescens leaf extractEffect: LowUsed as a fragrance for its mint-like smell~0.1–0.4%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

7 strong irritants: Citrus paradisi seed oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract + 5 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 19 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Citrus paradisi seed oil—High~0.45–1.05%est.

Prunus persica fruit extractA fruit extact. Might have some anti-oxidant propertiesHigh~0.35–0.85%est.

Punica granatum fruit extractA fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant propertiesHigh~0.3–0.7%est.

Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractA plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivityHigh~0.35–0.8%est.

Citrus limon fruit extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivityHigh~0.35–0.8%est.

Citrus aurantifolia fruit extractUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.3–0.75%est.

Commiphora myrrha resin extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

Perilla frutescens leaf extractUsed as a fragrance for its mint-like smellHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.9–1.35%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~1.3–1.9%est.

Rubus idaeus fruit extractA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lackingMedium~0.4–0.95%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.4–0.9%est.

Fragaria vesca fruit extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lackingMedium~0.35–0.8%est.

Ficus carica fruit extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effectMedium~0.3–0.7%est.

Vitis vinifera fruit extractA plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seedsMedium~0.2–0.8%est.

Malus domestica fruit extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.35–0.8%est.

Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~0.3–0.7%est.

Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicalsMedium~0.1–0.45%est.

Comedogenic

Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients

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Ingredients

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Hibiscus sabdariffa flower water~23–34%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Water~12–18%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Butylene glycol~5.1–7.7%

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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Glycerin~3.4–5.1%

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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Sodium hyaluronate~2.6–3.9%

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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1,2-hexanediol~0.9–1.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Betaine~1.6–2.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Polyglyceryl-4 caprate~1.4–2.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Caprylyl glycol~1.3–1.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Carbomer~1.1–1.6%

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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Beta-glucan~0.85–1.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-blemish

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Hydrolyzed collagen~0.85–1.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Xanthan gum~0.55–1.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Tromethamine~0.5–1.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Citrus paradisi seed oil~0.45–1.05%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Adenosine~0.45–1.1%

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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Solanum lycopersicum fruit extract~0.5–1.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Prunus salicina fruit extract~0.5–1.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Rubus idaeus fruit extract~0.4–0.95%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.35–0.8%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening

More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizate

Fragaria vesca fruit extract~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking

More about Fragaria vesca fruit extract

Prunus persica fruit extract~0.35–0.85%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A fruit extact. Might have some anti-oxidant properties

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Punica granatum fruit extract~0.3–0.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties

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Ficus carica fruit extract~0.3–0.7%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect

More about Ficus carica fruit extract

Vitis vinifera fruit extract~0.2–0.8%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds

More about Vitis vinifera fruit extract

Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity

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Malus domestica fruit extract~0.35–0.8%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Citrus limon fruit extract~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity

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Citrus aurantifolia fruit extract~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance

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Pentylene glycol~0.3–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Aspalathus linearis extract~0.15–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryReduces rednessEvens skin toneAnti-oxidationAntibacterial

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract

Commiphora myrrha resin extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Perilla frutescens leaf extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Used as a fragrance for its mint-like smell

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Yucca schidigera root extract~0.1–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cyanocobalamin~0.05–0.25%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin

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Limonene~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

More about Limonene

Ingredient list view

Hibiscus sabdariffa flower water, Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, 1,2-hexanediol, Betaine, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Beta-glucan, Hydrolyzed collagen, Xanthan gum, Tromethamine, Citrus paradisi seed oil, Adenosine, Solanum lycopersicum fruit extract, Prunus salicina fruit extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Fragaria vesca fruit extract, Prunus persica fruit extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Ficus carica fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Malus domestica fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Citrus aurantifolia fruit extract, Pentylene glycol, Aspalathus linearis extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Commiphora myrrha resin extract, Perilla frutescens leaf extract, Yucca schidigera root extract, Cyanocobalamin, Limonene

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Product summary

"GRAYMELIN - Red Food Serum" is effective for: Anti-aging

This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

Adenosine 0.45% - 1.10%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
Humectants (hydrolyzed collagen 0.85% - 1.30%, betaine 1.60% - 2.40%, sodium hyaluronate 2.60% - 3.90% and glycerin 3.40% - 5.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.