Works for
Anti-agingAdenosine, Tocopherol + 1 moreWorks well
“What it is: An anti-aging serum infused with millions of Perpetual Rose Molecular Fractions that is clinically shown to accelerate cell renewal and promote healthy-looking skin.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
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.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Bifida ferment lysate + 12 moreWorks
“Pro-Xylane™: Diminishes the look of fine lines and wrinkles while visibly re-densifying and re-plumping skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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-oxidationSide benefit · Bifida ferment lysate, Adenosine + 1 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (bifida ferment lysate) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Limonene + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.9–6%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.9–4.7%
- 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 glycolBifida ferment lysate~3.1–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateBis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silaneAlcohol denat.~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a nice product texture and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerinHydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to regulate product's pH, but can be also used as an exfoliator when included in higher concentrations. There is a controversy about whether it can generate free radicals and induce skin cell damage when used in topical products
More about Hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acidCi 77891~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.95–1.15%
- 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 TocopherolMica~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCoco-glucoside~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideLactic acid~0.45–0.7%
- 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 acidHydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A sugar-derived compound that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to stimulate synthesis of skin's own moisturizing factors, but solid research is lacking. It could be irritating
More about Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriolSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium hydroxide~0.35–0.65%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Adenosine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineAcetic acid~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateLimonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneTin oxide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideLinalool~0.15–0.3%
Benzoic acid~0.2–0.35%
Propylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 glycolCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCarbomer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPerlite~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of volcanic glass. Absorbs moisture and can temporarily mattify the skin
More about PerliteGeraniol~0.15–0.3%
Rosa centifolia stem extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa damascena flower oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilRosa centifolia flower extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractRosa hybrid flower extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCitronellol~0.15–0.25%
Coumarin~0.15–0.25%
Glycol distearate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateGlyceryl oleate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateGlyceryl stearate~0.2–0.35%
- 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 stearateParfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Bifida ferment lysate, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Alcohol denat., Peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin, Hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid, Ci 77891, Tocopherol, Mica, Coco-glucoside, Lactic acid, Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium benzoate, Adenosine, Acetic acid, Chlorphenesin, Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Limonene, Tin oxide, Linalool, Benzoic acid, Propylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Perlite, Geraniol, Rosa centifolia stem extract, Rosa damascena flower oil, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Rosa hybrid flower extract, Citric acid, Citronellol, Coumarin, Glycol distearate, Glyceryl oleate, Glyceryl stearate, Parfum
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| LancômeAbsolue SerumYOUR PRODUCT | UriageAge Protect Multi-Action Intensive Serum | Dr Dennis GrossAdvanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum | BIOTHERMLIFE PLANKTON ELIXIR ANTI-AGING SERUM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 58% | 54% |
| Price | $165.00 | $43.29−$121.71 | $20.00−$145.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Retinyl Palmitate | Salicylic Acid | Ascorbyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Bifidobacterium longumlysate, a new ingredient forreactive skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 3Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
- 4
- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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