Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Glow Moisturiser
Works for
4 of 4 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin toneGlycolic acid, Lactic acidStrong evidence
“91% reported improvement in skin tone evenness after just 1 week*”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, lactic 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-agingGlycolic acid, Lactic acidStrong evidence
“What it is: A clinic-inspired moisturizer formulated with AHAs and enzymes to help reduce uneven skin tone and the appearance of lines and wrinkles.”
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: lactic acid.
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.
ExfoliationLactic acid, Glycolic acid + 1 moreStrong evidence
“The daily exfoliating moisturizer that instantly reduces the appearance of surface dullness and uneven skin texture to boost radiance.”
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, lactic acid.
MoisturizingDimethicone, Lactic acid + 9 moreGood evidence
“Revive dull, dry, lackluster-looking skin with multi-layer skin hydration, and powerhouse ingredients that gently remove dead surface skin cells.”
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, lactic acid.
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: dimethicone, squalane.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cetyl ricinoleate~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl ricinoleateIsostearyl palmitate~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeSqualane~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneLactic acid~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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)
More about Lactic acidGlyceryl stearate~1.7–2%
- 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~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePropanediol~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycolic acid~0.95–1.15%
- 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 acidMyristyl alcohol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps to stabilize the product formulation while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be irritating
More about Myristyl alcoholCyclopentasiloxane~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneSodium hydroxide~0.5–0.75%
Lactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.45–0.65%
- 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 filtrateBromelain~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Papain~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainOpuntia ficus-indica fruit extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.35–0.65%
- 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 GlycerinSaccharomyces cerevisiae extract~0.25–0.5%
- 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 extractPolysilicone-11~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilAniba rosodora wood extract~0.25–0.45%
- 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 oilGeranium maculatum oil~0.25–0.45%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Myristyl glucoside~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cyclohexasiloxane~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxanePeg-40 stearate~0.25–0.5%
Xanthan gum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Disodium edta~0.25–0.4%
Maltodextrin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinT-butyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholCitronellol~0.2–0.35%
Benzyl benzoate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateCitral~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.1–0.15%
Ci 75810~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetyl ricinoleate, Isostearyl palmitate, Dimethicone, Squalane, Lactic acid, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Propanediol, Glycolic acid, Myristyl alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Sodium hydroxide, Lactobacillus/pumpkin fruit ferment filtrate, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Bromelain, Papain, Opuntia ficus-indica fruit extract, Glycerin, Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract, Polysilicone-11, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Aniba rosodora wood extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Geranium maculatum oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Myristyl glucoside, Cyclohexasiloxane, Peg-40 stearate, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Maltodextrin, T-butyl alcohol, Citronellol, Benzyl benzoate, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Ci 75810
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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.
| Kate SomervilleExfoliKate Glow MoisturiserYOUR PRODUCT | Dr Dennis GrossAlpha Beta Daily Moisturizer | Dr. Dennis Gross | ZO Skin HealthExfoliation Accelerator | Bubble SkincareMoon Walk Gentle Exfoliating Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 58% | 56% |
| Price | $49.50 | $20.00−$29.50 | $76.35+$26.85 | $11.98−$37.52 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Retinyl Palmitate | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 3Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 5
- 6Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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