Name: Maelove - NIA 10 Calming Serum
Brand: Maelove

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Moisturizing
Anti-blemish
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Anti-oxidation

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

This effective but also gentle serum helps to calm skin while boosting moisture, correcting redness and improving skin texture and tone over the long run.

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This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": zinc pca, butylene glycol.

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).

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide

niacinamide 5.5% - 8.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

zinc pca 1.8% - 2.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing

aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder 1% - 1.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin

Anti-blemish

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: zinc pca

niacinamide 5.5% - 8.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

zinc pca 1.8% - 2.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing

camellia sinensis leaf extract 1.3% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

Anti-aging

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.

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.

niacinamide 5.5% - 8.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

zinc pca 1.8% - 2.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing

camellia sinensis leaf extract 1.3% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

Evens skin tone

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide

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.

niacinamide 5.5% - 8.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

camellia sinensis leaf extract 1.3% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) 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.

camellia sinensis leaf extract 1.3% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

zinc pca 1.8% - 2.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing

tocopherol 0.45% - 1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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

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niacinamide 5.5% - 8.3%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Reduces irritation, Reduces redness, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

camellia sinensis leaf extract 1.3% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-oxidation, Antibacterial, Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Moisturizing, Anti-blemish

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

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fomes officinalis extract 0.85% - 1.25%

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A fungus extract that can help to create a temporary tightening feeling on the skin

hamamelis virginiana water 0.4% - 0.9%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

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water 40% - 60%

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Plain old water

niacinamide 5.5% - 8.3%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Reduces irritation, Reduces redness, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

dimethyl isosorbide 3.7% - 5.6%

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Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin

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Water, Niacinamide, Dimethyl isosorbide, Caprylyl glycol, Pentylene glycol, Zinc pca, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Fomes officinalis extract, Hamamelis virginiana water, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Sodium gluconate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Alcohol

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Key ingredients	niacinamide camellia sinensis leaf extract +2 more	Common: niacinamide zinc pca Other: butyrospermum parkii butter cyclopentasiloxane +5 more	Common: niacinamide zinc pca Other:	Common: niacinamide zinc pca Other: glycerin	Common: niacinamide zinc pca Other: helianthus annuus seed oil	Common: niacinamide zinc pca Other: butyrospermum parkii butter cyclopentasiloxane +5 more	Common: niacinamide zinc pca Other: glycerin glycine soja oil +3 more	Common: niacinamide zinc pca Other: acetyl glucosamine carnosine +4 more	Common: niacinamide camellia sinensis leaf extract +1 more Other: potassium azeloyl diglycinate glycerin +2 more	Common: niacinamide zinc pca Other: lactic acid hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate +6 more	Common: niacinamide zinc pca Other: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid erythritol +2 more	Common: niacinamide camellia sinensis leaf extract +1 more Other: arbutin caffeine +4 more
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Potential Irritants	alcohol Has skin benefit? hamamelis virginiana water Has skin benefit? +5 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +10 more	chlorphenesin Has skin benefit? ethoxydiglycol Has skin benefit? +3 more	ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? pentylene glycol Has skin benefit?	citric acid Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? +1 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +10 more	potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? glycine soja oil Has skin benefit? +5 more	caprylhydroxamic acid Has skin benefit? 1,2-hexanediol Has skin benefit? +8 more	tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane Has skin benefit? tasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract Has skin benefit? +7 more	isopropyl alcohol Has skin benefit? phenethyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +8 more	3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +7 more	sambucus nigra flower extract Has skin benefit? caffeine Has skin benefit? +3 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +15 more	water Has skin benefit? pentylene glycol Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +9 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +8 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +12 more	water Has skin benefit? pentylene glycol Has skin benefit? +34 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +27 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +21 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +19 more	aloe barbadensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +12 more

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Moisturizing

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Anti-blemish

Anti-aging

Evens skin tone

Anti-oxidation

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