Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-8 0.01% - 0.10%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Humectants (dextran 0.05% - 0.20%, sodium hyaluronate 0.05% - 0.25%, urea 0.05% - 0.20%, glucosamine hcl 0.10% - 0.40%, copper pca 0.10% - 0.35% and glycerin 3.30% - 4.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.

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The product retails for 69.00$ in the United States.

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Anti-blemish
Exfoliation

Anti-aging

This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-8. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.

palmitoyl tripeptide-8 0.01% - 0.1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

glucosamine hcl 0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Might be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.

aloe barbadensis leaf juice 2% - 3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin

Evens skin tone

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glucosamine hcl.

glucosamine hcl 0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Might be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.

niacinamide 0.05% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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

glycolic acid 0.05% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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

Moisturizing

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: copper pca, dextran.

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: cocos nucifera fruit extract, pentylene glycol.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tripeptide-8, urea

copper pca 0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

dextran 0.05% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar

glycerin 3.3% - 4.9%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

Anti-blemish

What does the product description say?

Key Ingredients + Glycolic, Lactic and Salicylic Acid Exfoliating acids that break down the bonds between dead skin cells to gently encourage cell turnover.

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Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

aloe barbadensis leaf juice 2% - 3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin

niacinamide 0.05% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

salicylic acid 0.05% - 0.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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)

Exfoliation

What does the product description say?

Key Ingredients + Glycolic, Lactic and Salicylic Acid Exfoliating acids that break down the bonds between dead skin cells to gently encourage cell turnover.

Source: HydroPeptide

This product might help exfoliate the skin with urea, but This ingredient is not the most effective.

urea 0.05% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

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

glycolic acid 0.05% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

lactic acid 0.05% - 0.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

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glucosamine hcl 0.1% - 0.4%

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Works for: Antibacterial, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Anti-oxidation

Might be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.

glycolic acid 0.05% - 0.2%

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Works for: Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Exfoliation, Anti-blemish

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benzyl alcohol 0.1% - 0.35%

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A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract 0.1% - 0.35%

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

Comodogenic ingredients

cocos nucifera fruit extract 0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing

An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic

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water 40% - 60%

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Plain old water

lactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate 3.5% - 5.3%

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glycerin 3.3% - 4.9%

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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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Water, Lactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Propanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Unknown, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Benzyl alcohol, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Copper pca, Glucosamine hcl, Rhodosorus marinus extract, Salicylic acid, Citric acid, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Citrus limon peel extract, Acer saccharum extract, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Urea, Mucor miehei extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Citrus aurantifolia peel extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract, Citrus nobilis fruit extract, Citrus tangerina peel extract, Barosma betulina leaf extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Juniperus virginiana wood extract, Musa sapientum fruit extract, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Butter extract, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Coffea arabica leaf/seed extract, Cucumis melo fruit extract, Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract, Prunus amygdalus dulcis fruit extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Allantoin, Niacinamide, Sodium hyaluronate, Dextran, Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract, Palmitoyl tripeptide-8

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Key ingredients	glycolic acid palmitoyl tripeptide-8 +9 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +3 more Other: salicylic acid lactic acid +10 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +4 more Other: niacinamide hexanoyl dipeptide-3 norleucine acetate +6 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +2 more Other: salicylic acid lactic acid +9 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +2 more Other: lactobionic acid lactic acid +8 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +2 more Other: madecassoside niacinamide +10 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +1 more Other: panthenol allantoin +3 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +1 more Other: lactic acid panthenol +3 more	Common: glycolic acid glycerin +1 more Other: salicylic acid lactic acid	Common: glycolic acid glycerin +1 more Other: salicylic acid lactic acid +2 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +1 more Other: panthenol sucrose +3 more
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Potential Irritants	eucalyptus globulus leaf extract Has skin benefit? vanilla planifolia fruit extract Has skin benefit? +31 more	curcuma longa root extract Has skin benefit? melia azadirachta leaf extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	phenethyl alcohol Has skin benefit? pelargonium graveolens flower oil Has skin benefit? +20 more	linalool Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +14 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? +12 more	boswellia serrata resin extract Has skin benefit? capryloyl salicylic acid Has skin benefit? +13 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? alpha-isomethyl ionone Has skin benefit? +18 more	rosmarinus officinalis extract Has skin benefit? hamamelis virginiana extract Has skin benefit? +3 more	tasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract Has skin benefit? citrus limon fruit extract Has skin benefit? +8 more	panax ginseng root extract Has skin benefit? mandelic acid Has skin benefit? +10 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? ci 15985 Has skin benefit? +14 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? lactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate Has skin benefit? +56 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +33 more	water Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +35 more	water Has skin benefit? peg-8 Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? hydrogenated polydecene Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis extract Has skin benefit? +13 more	water Has skin benefit? propanediol Has skin benefit? +15 more	glycolic acid Has skin benefit? sodium hydroxide Has skin benefit? +18 more	water Has skin benefit? cellulose Has skin benefit? +28 more

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