Mederma AG Face Cream Fresh Scent Fresh Scent
Works for
Anti-agingAmmonium glycolate, Glycolic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Mederma AG Face Cream gently removes the dead skin cells from rough, dry, sun-damaged skin; smoothes the appearance of fine lines and imperfections; and helps maintain proper moisture balance.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains ammonium glycolate, glycolic acid.
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.
ExfoliationAmmonium glycolate, Glycolic acidWorks well
“All Mederma AG products provide the exfoliating benefits of glycolic acid in a gentle, pH-balanced cleansing and moisturizing system for the entire body.”
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: ammonium glycolate, glycolic acid.
MoisturizingCetyl ricinoleate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate + 6 moreWorks
“Mederma AG Face Cream gently removes the dead skin cells from rough, dry, sun-damaged skin; smoothes the appearance of fine lines and imperfections; and helps maintain proper moisture balance.”
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:
sodium hyaluronate, propylene 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, c12-15 alkyl benzoate.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Ammonium glycolate, Glycolic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: ammonium glycolate, glycolic acid
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Diazolidinyl ureaMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
This product is perfect for my skin! It has done great work on my skin. Unfortunately it has been discontinued due to a corporate merger. I am having trouble finding a replacement.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cetyl ricinoleate~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl ricinoleateC12-15 alkyl benzoate~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateSodium hyaluronate~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAmmonium glycolate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceresin~1.6–2.4%
Sorbitan stearate~1.3–2%
Sorbitol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolGlyceryl stearate~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateGlycolic acid~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidPropylene glycol~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolMagnesium aluminum silicate~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 silicateDimethicone~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 DimethiconeXanthan gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDiazolidinyl urea~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Works by releasing formaldehyde. Can be irritating
More about Diazolidinyl ureaTrisodium edta~0.01–0.1%
Methylparaben~0.01–0.05%
Propylparaben~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetyl ricinoleate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Sodium hyaluronate, Ammonium glycolate, Ceresin, Sorbitan stearate, Sorbitol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Glycolic acid, Propylene glycol, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Dimethicone, Xanthan gum, Diazolidinyl urea, Trisodium edta, Methylparaben, Propylparaben
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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.
| MedermaAG Face Cream Fresh Scent Fresh ScentYOUR PRODUCT | Jan MariniBioglycolic Face Cream | DermadoctorKP Duty Dermatologist Formulated AHA Moisturizing Therapy For Dry Skin | ReversaSkin Smoothing Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 68% | 67% | 64% |
| Price | — | $102.07 | $35.50 | $28.44 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Serine | Urea | Arginine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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