Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin toneTetrahexyldecyl ascorbateStrong evidence
“The fast-absorbing lipid-soluble formula contains tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate to provide a powerful antioxidant protection with minimal irritation and help to maintain skin health, improve uneven skin tone and restore radiance.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
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.
MoisturizingCaprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin + 3 moreGood evidence
“Formulated with a 100% stable form of Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (a lipid form of L- Ascorbic Acid) and Vitamin E, this moisturiser protects skin against free radicals and ageing environmental damage.”
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:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, heptyl undecylenate.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Tocopheryl acetate + 1 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Heptyl undecylenate~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finish
More about Heptyl undecylenateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.9–5.9%
- 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 triglycerideTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateMethylpropanediol~2.2–3.3%
Cetearyl olivate~1.9–2.8%
Cetearyl isononanoate~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
More about Cetearyl isononanoateDistarch phosphate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopheryl acetate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateSodium polyacrylate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateSorbitan olivate~0.5–1.2%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCaprylyl glycol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolGlycerin~0.4–0.9%
- 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 GlycerinDisodium edta~0.3–0.75%
Phenylpropanol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps mask the smell of other ingredients and helps preserve the product formulation
More about PhenylpropanolCitrus grandis peel oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.15–0.5%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.45%
Limonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitronellol~0.05–0.3%
Linalool~0.05–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.15%
Citral~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Heptyl undecylenate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Methylpropanediol, Cetearyl olivate, Cetearyl isononanoate, Distarch phosphate, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium polyacrylate, Sorbitan olivate, Sodium hyaluronate, Caprylyl glycol, Glycerin, Disodium edta, Phenylpropanol, Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Sodium hydroxide, Limonene, Citronellol, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Medik8C-Tetra CreamYOUR PRODUCT | OFRAVitamin C Cream | Mario BadescuVitamin C Cream | Colleen Rothschild BeautyVitamin C Nourishing Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 69% | 68% | 65% |
| Price | $21.44 | — | $18.00−$3.44 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Oxybenzone | Niacinamide | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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