Kinship Brightwave 10% Vitamin C + Peptide Brightening Serum
Works for
Anti-agingTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, N-prolyl palmitoyl tripeptide-56 acetate + 1 moreWorks well
“A potent serum with a luxurious creamy texture clinically formulated to help brighten, fade dark spots, firm and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in as little as 14 days.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: n-prolyl palmitoyl tripeptide-56 acetate.
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.
MoisturizingN-prolyl palmitoyl tripeptide-56 acetate, Squalane + 13 moreWorks well
“- 96% said skin looks and feels more hydrated”
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, lactobacillus ferment.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: n-prolyl palmitoyl tripeptide-56 acetate
Evens skin toneTetrahexyldecyl ascorbateWorks well
“A potent serum with a luxurious creamy texture clinically formulated to help brighten, fade dark spots, firm and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in as little as 14 days.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
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-oxidationSide benefit · Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Haematococcus pluvialis extract + 5 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate) 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 - haematococcus pluvialis extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus grandis fruit extract + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~7.9–9.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateSqualane~4.6–5.7%
- 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 SqualaneCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.5–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideGlycerin~2.7–3.3%
- 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 GlycerinIsoamyl laurate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture
More about Isoamyl laurateCetearyl olivate~1.9–2.4%
Glyceryl stearate se~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seSorbitan olivate~1.4–1.7%
N-prolyl palmitoyl tripeptide-56 acetate~1.1–1.4%
- 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 N-prolyl palmitoyl tripeptide-56 acetateLactobacillus ferment~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentHaematococcus pluvialis extract~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Green algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin
More about Haematococcus pluvialis extractCetyl alcohol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.65–1%
- 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 copolymerTocopherol~0.6–0.95%
- 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 TocopherolAcacia senegal gum~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumXanthan gum~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium gluconate~0.55–0.85%
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.45–0.7%
Citrus grandis fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sorbitan isostearate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateLavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract~0.45–0.7%
Olea europaea fruit oil~0.45–0.7%
- 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 oilPentylene glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCitrus aurantifolia peel extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Mentha piperita extract~0.5–0.75%
Prunus armeniaca fruit extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some antioxidant properties and might help attract water to the skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus armeniaca fruit extractMangifera indica fruit extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. There is no evidence of other benefits in skin
More about Mangifera indica fruit extractRubus idaeus fruit extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractCucumis melo cantalupensis fruit extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Cucumis melo cantalupensis fruit extractImpatiens balsamina flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Impatiens balsamina flower extractVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolLimonene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Squalane, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Isoamyl laurate, Cetearyl olivate, Glyceryl stearate se, Sorbitan olivate, N-prolyl palmitoyl tripeptide-56 acetate, Lactobacillus ferment, Haematococcus pluvialis extract, Cetyl alcohol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Tocopherol, Acacia senegal gum, Xanthan gum, Sodium gluconate, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus grandis fruit extract, Sorbitan isostearate, Lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract, Olea europaea fruit oil, Pentylene glycol, Citrus aurantifolia peel extract, Mentha piperita extract, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Mangifera indica fruit extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Cucumis melo cantalupensis fruit extract, Impatiens balsamina flower extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Linalool
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| KinshipBrightwave 10% Vitamin C + Peptide Brightening SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Medik8r-Retinoate Serum | Pudderdåserne (~ The Powder Puffs)Multipeptid+EGF | YISE BeautyMorning Cocktail Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide + Azelaic Acid | |
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| Match | — | 49% | 49% | 48% |
| Price | $45.00 | $181.12+$136.12 | — | $85.00+$40.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Retinyl Retinoate | Dipeptide-2 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Kinship - Brightwave 10% Vitamin C + Peptide Brightening Serum" is effective for: Anti-aging, Evens skin tone and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (n-prolyl palmitoyl tripeptide-56 acetate 1.10% - 1.40%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (lactobacillus ferment 0.95% - 1.15% and glycerin 2.70% - 3.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Kinship" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 45.00$ 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
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