Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Hydrolyzed collagen + 10 moreWorks well
“Collagen softener for bouncy skin with hydration function that refines skin texture.”
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:
hyaluronic acid, hydrolyzed collagen.
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, glyceryl caprylate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin toneSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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 · NiacinamideWorks 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-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Adenosine + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHydrolyzed collagen~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Hydrolyzed collagenAlcohol denat.~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Niacinamide~2.1–3.1%
- 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~0.55–1.25%
Ppg-13-decyltetradeceth-24~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Ppg-13-decyltetradeceth-24Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerButylene glycol~1–1.6%
- 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 glycolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerParfum~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlyceryl caprylate~0.5–1.15%
- 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 caprylateTromethamine~0.4–0.95%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.9%
Adenosine~0.35–0.85%
- 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 AdenosineSorbitan isostearate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePolysorbate 60~0.35–0.85%
Disodium edta~0.3–0.75%
Punica granatum fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateArtemisia vulgaris extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating
More about Artemisia vulgaris extractHouttuynia cordata extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractDioscorea japonica root extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine soja sprout extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.1–0.45%
- 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 TocopherolHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerHyaluronic acid~0.05–0.25%
- 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 acidPunica granatum flower extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Sodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateIngredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Hydrolyzed collagen, Alcohol denat., Niacinamide, 1,2-hexanediol, Ppg-13-decyltetradeceth-24, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Butylene glycol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Parfum, Glyceryl caprylate, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Sorbitan isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Disodium edta, Punica granatum fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Artemisia vulgaris extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, Oryza sativa extract, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Glycine soja sprout extract, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Hyaluronic acid, Punica granatum flower extract, Sodium benzoate, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate
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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.
| IOPEHydro Collagen SoftenerYOUR PRODUCT | GenabellePDRN Rejuvenating Toner | SupereggPURE TRANSPARENCY TREATMENT ESSENCE | TOSOWOONGCeramide Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 98% | 97% | 97% |
| Price | — | $19.65 | $74.00 | $20.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 8 | 7 of 8 | 7 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Tripeptide-1 | Pitera | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"IOPE - Hydro Collagen Softener" is effective for: Moisturizing, Anti-aging and Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Anti-blemish, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.10% - 3.10%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Adenosine 0.35% - 0.85%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.20% - 0.70%, sodium acetylated hyaluronate 0.05% - 0.10%, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.10% - 0.35% and hydrolyzed collagen 3.40% - 5.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 49.00A$ in Australia and for 34.50$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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