Meaningful Beauty

Meaningful Beauty Overnight Retinol Repairing Crème

Name: Meaningful Beauty - Overnight Retinol Repairing Crème
Brand: Meaningful Beauty

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

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Anti-aging

Retinol, Tocotrienols + 7 more

Works well

What the product description says

“Visibly decreases the look of wrinkles around the eyes, mouth, and forehead”

Source: Ulta

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

These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: hexapeptide-9, tocotrienols.

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.

RetinolHeroEffect: HighTwo 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~0.4–0.6%

TocotrienolsKey activeEffect: MediumA type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms~0.2–0.35%

Hexapeptide-9Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.2–0.4%

Magnesium aluminum silicateEffect: LowMight be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation~0.25–0.45%

Olivine extractEffect: LowA mineral, magnesium iron silicate. It can help add minerals to the surface of the skin that might be helpful for its barrier function. It is claimed to be able to support collagen production but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking~0.25–0.45%

Palmitoyl prolineEffect: LowAn amino-acid that helps attract watet to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-aging properties~0.2–0.4%

Decarboxy carnosine hclEffect: LowMight be able to protect the skin from free radicals, but further evidence of effectiveness is needed~0.2–0.4%

Magnesium palmitoyl glutamateEffect: LowAn amino acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful against lines and wrinkles, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking~0.2–0.4%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.4–0.6%

Moisturizing

Hexapeptide-9, Ethylhexyl palmitate + 20 more

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What the product description says

“Meaningful Beauty Age Recovery Night Crème with Melon Extract & Retinol is an intensely hydrating overnight moisturizer featuring retinol and melon extract.”

Source: Ulta

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: soluble collagen, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate.

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: hippophae rhamnoides oil, isopropyl myristate.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: hexapeptide-9

Hexapeptide-9Hero· HumectantEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.2–0.4%

Ethylhexyl palmitateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture~4.2–5.1%

Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~2.3–2.8%

Castor isostearate succinateKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and add shine to its surface~0.8–1.2%

Vegetable oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.6–0.85%

Isopropyl myristateKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic~0.5–0.8%

Hydrogenated vegetable oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.6%

Hippophae rhamnoides oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.~0.3–0.6%

Elaeis guineensis oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%

Soluble collagenKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Jojoba alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: High~0.25–0.45%

Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products~0.25–0.4%

Palmitoyl prolineKey activeEffect: HighAn amino-acid that helps attract watet to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-aging properties~0.2–0.4%

Magnesium palmitoyl glutamateKey activeEffect: HighAn amino acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful against lines and wrinkles, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking~0.2–0.4%

Isononyl isononanoate· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowForms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness~4.6–5.6%

Dicaprylyl maleate· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to dissolve other ingredients, create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin. Can be an allergen~1.6–2%

Maltooligosyl glucoside· HumectantEffect: LowHelps water and oil mix together and can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.7–1%

Palmitic acid· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it~0.3–0.5%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.25–0.4%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.15–0.3%

Anti-oxidation

Side benefit · Retinol, Tocotrienols + 5 more

Works well

This product contains antioxidants (retinol, tocotrienols) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

The following ingredients - decarboxy carnosine hcl also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

RetinolKey activeEffect: HighTwo 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~0.4–0.6%

TocotrienolsKey activeEffect: HighA type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms~0.2–0.35%

Decarboxy carnosine hclKey activeEffect: MediumMight be able to protect the skin from free radicals, but further evidence of effectiveness is needed~0.2–0.4%

Cucumis melo fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties~0.35–0.65%

Ascorbyl methylsilanol pectinateEffect: LowA stable derivative of pectin and vitamin C. It might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking. Helps create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation~0.35–0.65%

Hippophae rhamnoides oilEffect: LowA good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.~0.3–0.6%

TocopherolUnder-dosedPure 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~0.4–0.6%

Evens skin tone

Side benefit · Retinol, Orchid leaf/root/stem extract

Works well

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.

Orchid leaf/root/stem extractUnder-dosedA plant extract that can help even out skin tone and reduce hyperpigmentation when used in high concentration~0.25–0.45%

Exfoliation

Side benefit · Retinol

Works well

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.

Anti-blemish

Side benefit · Retinol

Works well

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.

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

2 strong irritants: Retinol, Parfum

Medium risk

We flagged 21 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

RetinolTwo 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 irritatingHigh~0.4–0.6%est.

Hippophae rhamnoides oilA good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.High~0.3–0.6%est.

Ethylene brassylateA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.4%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.1–0.2%est.

Ci 16035A red dyeHigh~0.05–0.1%est.

Polyglyceryl-10 distearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~2.8–3.4%est.

Dicaprylyl maleateUsed to dissolve other ingredients, create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin. Can be an allergenMedium~1.6–2%est.

Cucumis melo fruit extractA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant propertiesMedium~0.35–0.65%est.

Ascorbyl methylsilanol pectinateA stable derivative of pectin and vitamin C. It might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking. Helps create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.35–0.65%est.

Orchid leaf/root/stem extractA plant extract that can help even out skin tone and reduce hyperpigmentation when used in high concentrationMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Potassium jojobateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

C12-20 alkyl glucosideHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Hexylene glycolHelps create a more spreadable product textureMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Sodium palmitoyl sarcosinateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

BhtA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

BhaHelps preserve the product formulationMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Tetrasodium edtaHelps to stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.15–0.3%est.

Benzoic acidA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.25%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.15–0.3%est.

Comedogenic

4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

4 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Ethylhexyl palmitateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture3/5~4.2–5.1%est.

Isopropyl myristateAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic3/5~0.5–0.8%est.

Ci 16035A red dye3/5~0.05–0.1%est.

Hydrogenated vegetable oilAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin2/5~0.35–0.6%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Isononyl isononanoate~4.6–5.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness

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Ethylhexyl palmitate~4.2–5.1%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture

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Polyglyceryl-10 distearate~2.8–3.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed~2.3–2.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Polysorbate 20~1.9–2.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Dicaprylyl maleate~1.6–2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to dissolve other ingredients, create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin. Can be an allergen

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Polymethyl methacrylate~1.4–1.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections

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Polyacrylate-13~1.2–1.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation

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Castor isostearate succinate~0.8–1.2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and add shine to its surface

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Maltooligosyl glucoside~0.7–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps water and oil mix together and can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Vegetable oil~0.6–0.85%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Isopropyl myristate~0.5–0.8%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic

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Retinol~0.4–0.6%

Hero · Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemishIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-blemishMattifyingExfoliationAnti-oxidation

Two 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 Retinol

Cucumis melo fruit extract~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties

More about Cucumis melo fruit extract

Tocopherol~0.4–0.6%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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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Ascorbyl methylsilanol pectinate~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A stable derivative of pectin and vitamin C. It might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking. Helps create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation

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Hydrogenated vegetable oil~0.35–0.6%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Hippophae rhamnoides oil~0.3–0.6%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.

More about Hippophae rhamnoides oil

Elaeis guineensis oil~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Orchid leaf/root/stem extract~0.25–0.45%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Evens skin tone

A plant extract that can help even out skin tone and reduce hyperpigmentation when used in high concentration

More about Orchid leaf/root/stem extract

Olivine extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A mineral, magnesium iron silicate. It can help add minerals to the surface of the skin that might be helpful for its barrier function. It is claimed to be able to support collagen production but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking

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Soluble collagen~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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C14-22 alcohols~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations

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Jojoba alcohol~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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Potassium jojobate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Polyisobutene~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to improve the product consistency

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Butylene glycol~0.25–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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 glycol

Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.25–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products

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Magnesium aluminum silicate~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-aging

Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation

More about Magnesium aluminum silicate

Palmitoyl proline~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

An amino-acid that helps attract watet to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-aging properties

More about Palmitoyl proline

Palmitic acid~0.3–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

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Ethylene brassylate~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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C12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Hexapeptide-9~0.2–0.4%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Hexylene glycol~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

More about Sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate

Magnesium palmitoyl glutamate~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

An amino acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful against lines and wrinkles, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking

More about Magnesium palmitoyl glutamate

Decarboxy carnosine hcl~0.2–0.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-aging

Might be able to protect the skin from free radicals, but further evidence of effectiveness is needed

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Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Bht~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Bha~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps preserve the product formulation

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Tocotrienols~0.2–0.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-aging

A type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms

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Tetrasodium edta~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps to stabilize the product formulation

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Benzoic acid~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Parfum~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Ci 15510~0.05–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Ci 15510

Ci 16035~0.05–0.1%

Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High
Comedogenicity: 3/5

A red dye

More about Ci 16035

Ingredient list view

Water, Isononyl isononanoate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Polyglyceryl-10 distearate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Polysorbate 20, Dicaprylyl maleate, Polymethyl methacrylate, Polyacrylate-13, Castor isostearate succinate, Maltooligosyl glucoside, Vegetable oil, Isopropyl myristate, Retinol, Cucumis melo fruit extract, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl methylsilanol pectinate, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Hippophae rhamnoides oil, Elaeis guineensis oil, Orchid leaf/root/stem extract, Olivine extract, Soluble collagen, C14-22 alcohols, Jojoba alcohol, Potassium jojobate, Polyisobutene, Butylene glycol, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Palmitoyl proline, Palmitic acid, Ethylene brassylate, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Hexapeptide-9, Hexylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate, Magnesium palmitoyl glutamate, Decarboxy carnosine hcl, Disodium edta, Bht, Bha, Tocotrienols, Tetrasodium edta, Benzoic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Parfum, Ci 15510, Ci 16035

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Product summary

"Meaningful Beauty - Overnight Retinol Repairing Crème" is effective for: Anti-aging, Anti-blemish, Exfoliation, Moisturizing and Evens skin tone

Ingredient callouts

this product contains an effective form of Retinoids (vitamin A): retinol 0.40% - 0.60%. Retinoids are potent multitasking actives. They work to improve and prevent early signs of aging, reduce hyperpigmentation (age spots and post-acne marks), and prevent inflamed blemishes and clogged pores. The downside of Retinoids is that they can be irritating. If you are not already using a Retinoid in your routine, it is best to start slowly and apply the Retinoid product only a few times per week. If your skin tolerates it well, you can gradually increase the frequency to daily.
Peptides (hexapeptide-9 0.20% - 0.40%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Humectants (soluble collagen 0.25% - 0.45% and hexapeptide-9 0.20% - 0.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.