Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Trihydroxystearin + 6 moreWorks
“Fortified with pumpkin and pomegranate extracts, the anti-ageing polish works to break down dead skin cells, whilst brown sea algae replenishes moisture to reveal a smooth, supple complexion and healthy glow.”
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, alaria esculenta extract.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, glyceryl stearate.
ExfoliationLactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract + 1 moreNot delivered
“Pure minerals are combined with magnesium oxide and sodium bicarbonate crystals to exfoliate the skin's surface, combating dullness, removing the build-up of debris and for a refreshed, youthful-looking complexion.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract, lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, but these ingredients are not the most effective.
Evens skin toneLactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract + 1 moreNot delivered
“The Method: Polish from Lancer Skincare is a gentle formula to improve skin tone and texture.”
This product contains ingredients (lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Anti-blemishRetinyl palmitate ~0.1–0.4%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“When you use Lancer Skincare The Method: Polish Normal-Combination Skin, you help keep your complexion free of blemishes while imparting soothing moisture.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Anti-agingRetinyl palmitate ~0.1–0.4%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“Pure minerals are combined with magnesium oxide and sodium bicarbonate crystals to exfoliate the skin's surface, combating dullness, removing the build-up of debris and for a refreshed, youthful-looking complexion.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Retinyl palmitate + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Butylene glycol~22–34%
- 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 glycolSodium bicarbonate~5.5–8.3%
Peg-8~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Quartz~3.6–5.4%
Glycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinOleth-20~1.9–2.9%
Trihydroxystearin~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinGlyceryl stearate~1.3–1.9%
- 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~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSilica~1.1–1.7%
Alaria esculenta extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a humectant helping to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be effective as an anti-oxidant.
More about Alaria esculenta extractLactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extractLactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.3–0.7%
- 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 filtrateLavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.6%
- 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 acetateRetinyl palmitate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.15–0.65%
- 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 triglycerideWater~0.1–0.35%
Linalool~0.05–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Butylene glycol, Sodium bicarbonate, Peg-8, Quartz, Glycerin, Oleth-20, Trihydroxystearin, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Silica, Alaria esculenta extract, Lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Retinyl palmitate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Water, Linalool
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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.
| Lancer SkincareThe Method: PolishYOUR PRODUCT | VolitionTurmeric Brightening Polish | MizonHoney Black Sugar Scrub | ZO Skin HealthExfoliating Polish | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | $120.00 | $43.00−$77.00 | $12.03−$107.97 | $65.00−$55.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Lancer Skincare - The Method: Polish" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- this product includes a form of Retinoids (vitamin A) - retinyl palmitate 0.10% - 0.35%, but this type of vitamin A is not very effective. It could in theory help with fine lines and wrinkles, but the effect is most likely minimal.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.70% - 4.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 60.00$ up to 120.00$ in the United States and from 72.50£ up to 108.50£ 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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