Works for
Anti-agingGlycolic acid, Serine + 1 moreWorks well
“Bioglycolic Face Cream is a remarkably light cream formulation that provides exceptional skin resurfacing and anti-aging benefits for all skin types.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: serine.
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 toneGlycolic acidWorks well
“Acne discoloration will resolve or lessen and skin will appear more even-toned”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic 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.
ExfoliationGlycolic acidWorks well
“Bioglycolic Face Cream is a remarkably light cream formulation that provides exceptional skin resurfacing and anti-aging benefits for all skin types.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
MoisturizingC12-15 alkyl benzoate, Cetyl ricinoleate + 7 moreWorks
“Skin will appear dramatically softer, smoother, more luminous and hydrated”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": sodium hyaluronate, hydrolyzed wheat protein.
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).
Anti-blemishGlycolic acidNot delivered
“Rapid clearing in appearance of existing acne lesions and prevention of future lesions”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycolic acid~5.4–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Glycolic acidC12-15 alkyl benzoate~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateCetyl ricinoleate~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl ricinoleateSorbitol~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolGlyceryl stearate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateC12-20 acid peg-8 ester~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about C12-20 acid peg-8 esterSorbitan stearate~1–1.5%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSymphytum officinale extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plantago ovata seed extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed wheat protein~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinGlutamine~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Proline~0.2–0.8%
Leucine~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Serine~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineAmmonium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Magnesium aluminum silicate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateXanthan gum~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPropylene glycol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolMethylparaben~0.05–0.2%
Propylparaben~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Cetyl ricinoleate, Sorbitol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, C12-20 acid peg-8 ester, Sorbitan stearate, Sodium hyaluronate, Symphytum officinale extract, Plantago ovata seed extract, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Glutamine, Proline, Leucine, Serine, Ammonium hydroxide, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Xanthan gum, Propylene glycol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben
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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.
| Jan MariniBioglycolic Face CreamYOUR PRODUCT | DermadoctorKP Duty Dermatologist Formulated AHA Moisturizing Therapy For Dry Skin | Beauty RxMaximum 15% Exfoliating Cream | InstaNaturalSkin Lightening Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 57% | 56% |
| Price | — | $35.50 | $75.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5
- 6Wheat in skin caremdedge.com
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