Josh Rosebrook Ultra Peptide Cream
Works for
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Ceramide np + 14 moreStrong evidence
“Ultra Peptide Cream”
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, saccharomyces ferment filtrate.
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: adansonia digitata oil, sesamum indicum seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, hexapeptide-11, niacinamide, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Hexapeptide-11 + 4 moreStrong evidence
“Content Approved This potent cream by Josh Rosebrook is formulated with three biomimetic peptides, two botanical-derived polypeptides, and ceramides to visibly reduce wrinkles and impart a youthful, more supple appearance, as well as reinforce the natural skin barrier.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: hexapeptide-11, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1.
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.
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceStrong evidence
“Formulated without blemish-triggering ingredients.”
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.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Pisum sativum extractStrong evidence
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~7.3–9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceGlycerin~4.1–5%
- 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 GlycerinOlea europaea fruit oil~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilNiacinamide~2.2–2.7%
- 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 NiacinamidePisum sativum extract~1.8–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking
More about Pisum sativum extractChenopodium quinoa seed extract~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Chenopodium quinoa seed extractHydrogenated lecithin~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinC12-16 alcohols~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture
More about C12-16 alcoholsPalmitic acid~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidPolyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleatePolyglyceryl-2 isostearate~0.55–0.8%
Disteardimonium hectorite~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteHexapeptide-11~0.4–0.65%
- 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-11Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.45–0.65%
- 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 Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.45–0.65%
- 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 Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Saccharomyces ferment filtrate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces ferment filtrate1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.55%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.3–0.55%
Sclerocarya birrea seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilCalophyllum inophyllum leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adansonia digitata oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Baobab oil. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata oilSesamum indicum seed oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilBeta vulgaris root powder~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilWater~0.25–0.45%
Ceramide np~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npMagnesium chloride~0.2–0.4%
Tocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateMica~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTin oxide~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideTitanium dioxide~0.2–0.4%
- 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 dioxideCaesalpinia sappan bark extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenethyl alcohol~0.1–0.15%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Olea europaea fruit oil, Niacinamide, Pisum sativum extract, Chenopodium quinoa seed extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, C12-16 alcohols, Palmitic acid, Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, Polyglyceryl-2 isostearate, Disteardimonium hectorite, Hexapeptide-11, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Saccharomyces ferment filtrate, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Calophyllum inophyllum leaf extract, Adansonia digitata oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Beta vulgaris root powder, Unknown, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Unknown, Water, Ceramide np, Magnesium chloride, Unknown, Tocopherol, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Mica, Tin oxide, Titanium dioxide, Caesalpinia sappan bark extract, Phenethyl alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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| Price | $60.00 | $23.14−$36.86 | $80.00+$20.00 | $20.01−$39.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 12 | 5 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Dipeptide-2 | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Josh Rosebrook - Ultra Peptide Cream" has a good moisturizing formula. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Josh Rosebrook - Ultra Peptide Cream ticks this box. Glycerin, saccharomyces ferment filtrate and aloe barbadensis leaf juice in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Ceramide np, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, adansonia digitata oil and sesamum indicum seed oil in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We particularly like that there is a good concentration of Niacinamide (2.20% - 2.70%) in this moisturizer. Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is a great ingredient to have in a moisturizer. 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 help improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 0.25% - 0.50%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.45% - 0.65%, palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.45% - 0.65% and hexapeptide-11 0.40% - 0.65%). 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 they are 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.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Josh Rosebrook" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 60.00$ in the United States and for 60.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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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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