Works for
MoisturizingPhytosphingosine, Ceramide np + 22 moreWorks well
“Immediately replenishes the skin with moisture, which gives vitality to dry skin.”
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:
biosaccharide gum-1, glycerin.
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: phenyl trimethicone, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, copper tripeptide-1, panthenol, phytosphingosine
Anti-agingSide benefit · Copper tripeptide-1, Beta-glucan + 1 moreMay help
This product contains copper tripeptide-1. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Alcohol, Illicium verum fruit extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Acer saccharum sap~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~3.2–4.7%
- 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 GlycerinPolyglyceryl-10 eicosanedioate/tetradecanedioate~4.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg/ppg-17/6 copolymer~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholTrehalose~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseBis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~1.4–2%
- 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 silaneWater~1.1–1.6%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCoptis japonica root extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Coptis japonica root extractBeta-glucan~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps 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-glucanXanthan gum~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCellulose gum~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumTriticum vulgare flour extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractZea mays germ extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine max seed extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa bran extract~0.15–0.5%
Grifola frondosa extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cordyceps sinensis extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Poria cocos extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Agaricus blazei extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phellinus linteus extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ganoderma lucidum extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Ganoderma lucidum extractTremella fuciformis extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis extractIllicium verum fruit extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anise fruit extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Illicium verum fruit extractScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractBiosaccharide gum-1~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Phenyl trimethicone~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeCopper tripeptide-1~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-11,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.35%
Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilPanthenol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHydrogenated lecithin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinNiacinamide~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about NiacinamideRaffinose~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide np~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 npPhytosphingosine~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineCholesterol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolHydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateGlycosyl trehalose~0.15–0.5%
Olea europaea fruit oil~0.1–0.45%
- 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 oilSqualane~0.15–0.55%
- 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 SqualaneHydrolyzed jojoba esters~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersAllantoin~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinFructan~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.1–0.4%
- 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 glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.4%
Polysorbate 20~0.1–0.4%
Triethanolamine~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineCarbomer~0.1–0.35%
- 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 CarbomerDisodium edta~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Acer saccharum sap, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 eicosanedioate/tetradecanedioate, Peg/ppg-17/6 copolymer, Alcohol, Trehalose, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Water, Sodium hyaluronate, Coptis japonica root extract, Beta-glucan, Xanthan gum, Cellulose gum, Triticum vulgare flour extract, Oryza sativa extract, Zea mays germ extract, Glycine max seed extract, Oryza sativa bran extract, Grifola frondosa extract, Cordyceps sinensis extract, Poria cocos extract, Agaricus blazei extract, Phellinus linteus extract, Ganoderma lucidum extract, Tremella fuciformis extract, Illicium verum fruit extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Biosaccharide gum-1, Phenyl trimethicone, Copper tripeptide-1, 1,2-hexanediol, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Panthenol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Niacinamide, Raffinose, Ceramide np, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Glycosyl trehalose, Olea europaea fruit oil, Squalane, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Allantoin, Fructan, Butylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Disodium edta, Parfum
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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.
| MAY COOPRaw Activator "Antioxidant Serum"YOUR PRODUCT | MEDIHEALBaobab Soothing Moisture Serum | Saturday SkinMulti-Peptide Wrinkle Repair Treatment | AHCHydrating Korean Skincare Aqualuronic Face Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 55% | 53% |
| Price | — | — | $29.90 | $25.61 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 15 | 6 of 15 | 8 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Sh-Polypeptide-45 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Maycoop - Raw Activator " Antioxidant Serum" " is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.15% - 0.60% and ceramide np 0.15% - 0.55%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
- Peptides (copper tripeptide-1 0.10% - 0.40%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Humectants (biosaccharide gum-1 0.10% - 0.40%, sodium hyaluronate 0.55% - 1.25%, trehalose 1.30% - 1.90% and glycerin 4.20% - 6.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 31 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4β-Glucans: Multi-Functional Modulator of Wound Healingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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