Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester + 10 moreWorks well
“Said to give an ‘anti-gravity’ effect, the formula stimulates elastin synthesis, balances moisture levels, supports the skin barrier and activates the skin’s natural repair processes using five peptides that activate the skin’s own epidermal growth factor, which is made up of proteins that communicate with cells to repair and rejuvenate.”
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, mannitol.
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: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, acetyl tetrapeptide-11, acetyl tetrapeptide-9, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, panthenol
Anti-agingAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Acetyl tetrapeptide-11 + 4 moreMay help
“Said to give an ‘anti-gravity’ effect, the formula stimulates elastin synthesis, balances moisture levels, supports the skin barrier and activates the skin’s natural repair processes using five peptides that activate the skin’s own epidermal growth factor, which is made up of proteins that communicate with cells to repair and rejuvenate.”
This product contains acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, acetyl tetrapeptide-11, acetyl tetrapeptide-9, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1. These ingredients 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?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.8–8.7%
- 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 glycolMannitol~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPanthenol~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSorbitan laurate~1.7–2.6%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseEthylhexylglycerin~1.2–1.9%
Allantoin~0.9–1.3%
- 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 AllantoinCarbomer~0.8–1.2%
- 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 CarbomerXanthan gum~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl esterLactic acid~0.35–0.85%
- 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 acidBiosaccharide gum-1~0.35–0.8%
- 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-1Sodium hydroxide~0.3–0.75%
Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcelluloseRutin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about RutinPantolactone~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneDipotassium phosphate~0.1–0.5%
Acetyl tetrapeptide-11~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl tetrapeptide-11Citric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAcetyl tetrapeptide-9~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl tetrapeptide-9Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Phaseolus lunatus seed extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bean seed extract. It might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Phaseolus lunatus seed extractIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Mannitol, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Sorbitan laurate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Carbomer, Xanthan gum, Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Lactic acid, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sodium hydroxide, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Rutin, Pantolactone, Dipotassium phosphate, Acetyl tetrapeptide-11, Citric acid, Acetyl tetrapeptide-9, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Phaseolus lunatus seed extract
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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.
| MDOPowerful EGF AmpoulesYOUR PRODUCT | Medik8Liquid Peptides | SKIN 1004.Poremizing Fresh Ampoule | Geek GorgeousPower Peptides Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 42% | 41% |
| Price | — | $68.00 | $9.50 | $16.62 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14 | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Vegreen Fragrance-FreeNature Mucin SerumSkincall Daily Triple Serum
Product summary
"MDO - Powerful EGF Ampoules" 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
- Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.10% - 0.30%, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.10% - 0.35%, acetyl tetrapeptide-9 0.10% - 0.30%, acetyl tetrapeptide-11 0.10% - 0.40% and acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester 0.40% - 0.95%). 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.
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 2.10% - 3.20%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
- In addition, this product contains Allantoin (0.90% - 1.30%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.
- Humectants (pantolactone 0.15% - 0.55%, panthenol 2.10% - 3.20%, mannitol 3.70% - 5.60% and biosaccharide gum-1 0.35% - 0.80%). 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 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 2
- 3
- 4Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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