innisfree Black Tea Youth Enhancing Treatment Essence
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Anti-agingNiacinamide, Adenosine + 9 moreWorks well
“Black Tea Youth Enhancing Treatment Essence”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, acetyl octapeptide-3, acetyl tetrapeptide-11, arginine/lysine polypeptide, copper tripeptide-1, hexapeptide-9.
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.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Acetyl tetrapeptide-11 + 17 moreWorks well
“A watery essence with antioxidant-rich Black Tea and 8 different peptides that helps hydrate and promote healthy skin cell turnover to reveal a radiant complexion.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, hyaluronic acid.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, acetyl octapeptide-3, acetyl tetrapeptide-11, arginine/lysine polypeptide, copper tripeptide-1, hexapeptide-9, niacinamide
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Camellia sinensis leaf extract, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (glutathione) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, camellia sinensis leaf extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · Niacinamide, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“Contains vitamin C, which provides brightening effect.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glutathione, 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: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic 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-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, Camellia sinensis leaf extractWorks 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
Really really delighted by this product. My combination sensitive acne prone skin is doing really well with it. The formula has good coverage but is light and doesn't leave a shiny finish. It doesn't cause any irritation and is hydrating and layerable if needed. Would very much buy again.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.6–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3.2–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinNiacinamide~2.6–3.9%
- 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 Niacinamide1,2-hexanediol~1–1.5%
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractEthylhexylglycerin~1.4–2.1%
Adenosine~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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)
More about AdenosineDextrin~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinEctoin~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinHyaluronic acid~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acid3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidGlutathione~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlutathioneMannitol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolSaccharomyces cerevisiae extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A moisturizing ingredient that works as a humectant to attract water to the upper layer of the skin.
More about Saccharomyces cerevisiae extractButylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- 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 glycolCentella asiatica flower/leaf/stem extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica flower/leaf/stem extractGlycine max polypeptide~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arginine/lysine polypeptide~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Arginine/lysine polypeptideCopper tripeptide-1~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1Disodium edta~0.1–0.3%
Acetyl tetrapeptide-11~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl tetrapeptide-11Caprylyl glycol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAcetyl heptapeptide-4~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbic acid~0.05–0.15%
Hexapeptide-9~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Hexapeptide-9Acetyl hexapeptide-8~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Sodium hydroxide~0.01–0.05%
Acetyl octapeptide-3~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl octapeptide-3Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 1,2-hexanediol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Dextrin, Ectoin, Hyaluronic acid, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Glutathione, Mannitol, Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract, Butylene glycol, Centella asiatica flower/leaf/stem extract, Glycine max polypeptide, Arginine/lysine polypeptide, Copper tripeptide-1, Disodium edta, Acetyl tetrapeptide-11, Caprylyl glycol, Acetyl heptapeptide-4, Sorbic acid, Hexapeptide-9, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Sodium hydroxide, Acetyl octapeptide-3
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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.
| innisfreeBlack Tea Youth Enhancing Treatment EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | MEDI-PEELCell Toxing Dermajours Toner | SWANICOCOPeptine Biome For Men All In One Essence | Holika HolikaPrime Youth 24K Gold Repair Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 72% | 71% | 71% |
| Price | $46.00 | $42.50−$3.50 | $22.17−$23.83 | $34.40−$11.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 17 | 9 of 17 | 6 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Tripeptide-1 | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester | Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Low | High | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"innisfree - Black Tea Youth Enhancing Treatment Essence" is effective for: Moisturizing, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (3.60% - 5.40%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Peptides (acetyl octapeptide-3 0.05% - 0.25%, acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.05% - 0.25%, hexapeptide-9 0.10% - 0.35%, acetyl tetrapeptide-11 0.15% - 0.70%, copper tripeptide-1 0.20% - 0.80% and arginine/lysine polypeptide 0.35% - 0.85%). 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 1.40% - 2.10%. 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).
- Humectants (acetyl octapeptide-3 0.05% - 0.25%, acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.05% - 0.25%, hexapeptide-9 0.10% - 0.35%, yeast extract 0.45% - 1.00%, mannitol 0.45% - 1.05%, hyaluronic acid 0.85% - 1.25% and glycerin 4.70% - 7.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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