Holika Holika One Solution Super Energy Ampoule
Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Urea + 14 moreWorks well
“Mix with cream or makeup base to keep skin moisturized and radiant for hours.”
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, imperata cylindrica root extract.
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 extract, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, urea
Anti-agingNiacinamideWorks well
“Anti-Wrinkle: Extracts of Broccoli, Wheat Germ and Cabbage Leaves target signs of ageing, including fine lines and wrinkles.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains 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.
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Paeonia lactiflora root extractWorks well
“Whitening ampoule enriched with extracts from acai palm, blackberry, cranberry and bilberry plus niacinamide and shea butter helps diminish dark spots and refine complexion, giving skin an even, radiant glow.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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: paeonia lactiflora root 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-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, AllantoinWorks well
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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Imperata cylindrica root extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract + 7 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (imperata cylindrica root 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Lilium candidum flower extract, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Euterpe oleracea fruit extract~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractRubus fruticosus fruit extract~5.4–8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus fruticosus fruit extractVaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractVaccinium myrtillus fruit extract~3.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its efficacy in skin is lacking
More about Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extractMethylpropanediol~3–4.4%
Water~2.2–3.3%
Glycerin~1.7–2.6%
- 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 GlycerinGlycereth-26~1.3–2%
Niacinamide~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about NiacinamideDiethoxyethyl succinate~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients in the formulation
More about Diethoxyethyl succinateDimethicone~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeButyrospermum parkii butter extract~0.8–1.25%
- 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 butter extractPeg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerinBis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silanePhenyl trimethicone~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerNylon-12~0.5–1.15%
Butylene glycol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolPortulaca oleracea extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractPpg-26-buteth-26~0.4–0.95%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilTocopheryl acetate~0.4–0.9%
- 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 acetateTitanium dioxide~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Titanium dioxideMica~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaLecithin~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinUrea~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaViscum album leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid research is lacking
More about Viscum album leaf extractImperata cylindrica root extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Imperata cylindrica root extractLactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking
More about Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractGlyceryl caprylate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateSodium methyl stearoyl taurate~0.45–1.05%
Synthetic fluorphlogopite~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopiteCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAllantoin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinXanthan gum~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCaprylhydroxamic acid~0.2–0.7%
Coptis japonica extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Paeonia lactiflora root extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Paeonia lactiflora root extractConvallaria majalis extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnolia liliflora flower extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ipomoea purpurea extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lilium candidum flower extract~0.1–0.4%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.35%
Disodium edta~0.05–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Rubus fruticosus fruit extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Methylpropanediol, Water, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, Niacinamide, Diethoxyethyl succinate, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum parkii butter extract, Peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Phenyl trimethicone, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Nylon-12, Butylene glycol, Portulaca oleracea extract, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Titanium dioxide, Mica, Lecithin, Urea, Viscum album leaf extract, Imperata cylindrica root extract, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Glyceryl caprylate, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Caprylyl glycol, Allantoin, Xanthan gum, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Coptis japonica extract, Paeonia lactiflora root extract, Convallaria majalis extract, Magnolia liliflora flower extract, Ipomoea purpurea extract, Lilium candidum flower extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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| Holika HolikaOne Solution Super Energy AmpouleYOUR PRODUCT | I'm fromRice Serum | Beauty of JoseonCalming Barrier Serum | BYOMABrightening Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 73% | 72% | 72% |
| Price | — | $11.70 | $13.60 | $15.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Adenosine | Phytosphingosine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Holika Holika - One Solution Super Energy Ampoule" is effective for: Anti-blemish, Anti-aging, Moisturizing and Evens skin tone
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 0.35% - 0.80%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Adenosine 0.20% - 0.75%. 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).
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 0.35% - 0.85%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
- Humectants (arginine 0.15% - 0.60%, urea 0.35% - 0.85%, sodium hyaluronate 0.35% - 0.85%, imperata cylindrica root extract 0.35% - 0.85%, hydrolyzed collagen 0.45% - 1.10%, glycerin 0.40% - 0.90%, glycerin 0.40% - 0.90%, glycerin 0.40% - 0.90%, glycerin 1.70% - 2.60%, betaine 0.35% - 0.85%, betaine 0.35% - 0.85%, sodium hyaluronate 0.35% - 0.85%, trehalose 0.35% - 0.85%, sodium hyaluronate 0.35% - 0.85% and panthenol 0.35% - 0.85%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 12.08$ up to 28.80$ in the United States, for 51.40A$ in Australia, from 20.85£ up to 23.77£ in the United Kingdom and for 36.50CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects. 2nd edition.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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