Works for
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Adenosine + 5 moreWorks well
“AGE-R Collagen Booster Gel Serum”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: atelocollagen, lysine, serine, threonine.
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.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Niacinamide, AlanineWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: alanine.
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.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Ceramide np + 26 moreWorks well
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:
alanine, arginine.
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: arginine, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, niacinamide
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, Melia azadirachta leaf extract + 1 moreWorks well
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Collagen~25–31%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products
More about CollagenWater~12–15%
Methylpropanediol~5.6–6.8%
Glycereth-26~3.8–4.6%
Glycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinNiacinamide~2.2–2.7%
- 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 Niacinamide1,2-hexanediol~0.9–1.1%
Polyglycerin-3~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3Methyl gluceth-20~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Methyl gluceth-10~1.1–1.3%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerTromethamine~0.65–0.95%
Allantoin~0.55–0.85%
- 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 AllantoinC12-14 alketh-12~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Soluble elastin~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.55–0.8%
Parfum~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAdenosine~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineSodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateEclipta prostrata extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractButylene glycol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 glycolMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractSoluble collagen~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Soluble collagenMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilPhosphatidylcholine~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to enhance the delivery of other ingredients
More about PhosphatidylcholineHyaluronic acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerHydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSodium dna~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Atelocollagen~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A protein that helps to attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about AtelocollagenDesamido collagen~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide np~0.45–0.65%
- 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 npPrunella vulgaris extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Fucus vesiculosus extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Hydrolyzed collagen~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Hydrolyzed collagenSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateHydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Collagen~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products
More about CollagenCollagen amino acids~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, soften it and support the skin barrier function
More about Collagen amino acidsGlycine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineSerine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineProcollagen~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lysine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about LysineAlanine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineThreonine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineProline~0.15–0.3%
Arginine~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineIngredient list view
Unknown, Collagen, Unknown, Water, Methylpropanediol, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 1,2-hexanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Methyl gluceth-20, Methyl gluceth-10, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Allantoin, C12-14 alketh-12, Soluble elastin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Adenosine, Sodium hyaluronate, Eclipta prostrata extract, Butylene glycol, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Soluble collagen, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Phosphatidylcholine, Hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium dna, Atelocollagen, Desamido collagen, Ceramide np, Prunella vulgaris extract, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Hydrolyzed collagen, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Collagen, Collagen amino acids, Glycine, Serine, Procollagen, Lysine, Alanine, Threonine, Proline, Arginine
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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.
| MedicubeAGE-R Collagen Booster Gel SerumYOUR PRODUCT | UNPAAtelo Firm Up Ampoule | FULLightRe:dence Hyaluron Ectoin Serum | ArenciaDeep Water Surge Serum 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 90% | 89% |
| Price | — | $25.40 | $12.06 | $15.74 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 17 of 24 | 18 of 24 | 17 of 24 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Medicube - AGE-R Collagen Booster Gel Serum" is effective for: Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Moisturizing and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.20% - 2.70%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Ceramides (ceramide np 0.45% - 0.65%). 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.
- Adenosine 0.50% - 0.70%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Humectants (arginine 0.10% - 0.20%, alanine 0.20% - 0.35%, glycine 0.30% - 0.55%, sodium acetylated hyaluronate 0.30% - 0.60%, hydrolyzed collagen 0.50% - 0.75%, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.35% - 0.65%, sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer 0.40% - 0.60%, hyaluronic acid 0.40% - 0.60%, soluble collagen 0.50% - 0.75%, sodium hyaluronate 0.45% - 0.70%, polyglycerin-3 1.60% - 1.90% and glycerin 3.00% - 3.70%). 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 25 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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