
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
“The rich, buttery formula melts into skin to deliver deep, lasting hydration, provide long-lasting glow, & strengthen the skin barrier.”
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, butylene glycol.
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.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, panthenol
“The ultimate anti-aging cream that visibly firms & improves wrinkles.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol, 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.
This product contains antioxidants (retinol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
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.
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
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: retinol.


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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 glycolOne 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 GlycerinThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilAn 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 SqualaneA 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 DimethiconeHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholUsed to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateA mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
More about Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamateHelps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearateBrazilian palm wax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Copernicia cerifera ceraHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolA type of silicone that create a smooth product finish and can create an optical soft-focus effect on the skin. Helps to thicken the product consistency
More about Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymerAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateMight 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 AdenosineHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateA plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Camellia japonica seed extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanA sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinLipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
More about PhytosterolsA 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 npA good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPure 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 TocopherolTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidHelps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumWater, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Squalane, Phytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Dimethicone, Glyceryl stearate citrate, 1,2-hexanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Copernicia cerifera cera, Panthenol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Propanediol, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Parfum, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Glyceryl caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium metaphosphate, Adenosine, Sorbitan isostearate, Hydrolyzed vegetable protein, Camellia japonica seed extract, Beta-glucan, Dextrin, Phytosterols, Ceramide np, Glycine soja oil, Xanthan gum, Carthamus tinctorius flower extract, Theobroma cacao extract, Pentylene glycol, Tocopherol, Glycine max polypeptide, Retinol, Carbomer, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Acacia senegal gum, Propylene glycol alginate
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| LANEIGEPerfect Renew Cream AdvancedYOUR PRODUCT | COSRXMoisturizer The Retinol 0.3 Cream | innisfreeRetinol Cica Barrier Defense Cream | MedicubeKojic Acid Turmeric Vita Capsule Cream | |
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| Match | — | 81% | 78% | 75% |
| Price | $56.00 | $26.65−$29.35 | $9.19−$46.81 | $48.35−$7.65 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 14 | 7 of 14 | 4 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Glutathione | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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