
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
“Peptide9 Volume and Tension Tox Cream Pro is a moisturizing cream that helps protect skin barrier.”
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, beeswax.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, acetyl octapeptide-3, copper tripeptide-1, hexapeptide-9, niacinamide, nonapeptide-1, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, panthenol, tripeptide-1
“A balanced tandem of anti-aging assets restores elasticity, increases firmness, reduces wrinkles and strengthens the oval of the face.”
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: acetyl hexapeptide-8, acetyl octapeptide-3, aspartic acid, astaxanthin, copper tripeptide-1, hexapeptide-9, lysine, nonapeptide-1, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, serine, threonine, tripeptide-1.
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.
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, cysteine, glycyrrhiza glabra root extract.
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.
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.
This product contains antioxidants (astaxanthin) 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 - cysteine, ginkgo biloba leaf extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.


Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
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 glycolA 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 triglycerideAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateOne 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 GlycerinA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateIs 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 NiacinamideHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidA 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 DimethiconeUsed to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxHelps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateAn 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 ArginineHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinMight 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 AdenosineA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractSoftens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolA plant stem cell extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin
More about Leontopodium alpinum callus culture extractA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractA plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product
More about Polygonum cuspidatum root extractA plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractAn 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 SerineAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractA compound secreted by bees. Might be able to attract water to the top layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to honey and bee products
More about Royal jelly extractAn amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
More about Aspartic acidCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractEssential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractAn 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 AlanineAn 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 LysineAn 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 ThreonineAn amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
More about IsoleucineMight help neutralize free radicals in skin and might be helpful against hyperpigmentation
More about CysteineCannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products
More about CollagenHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin, soften it and support the skin barrier function
More about Collagen amino acidsA 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 collagenOne 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 acidA 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 hyaluronateA 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 collagenA naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Tripeptide-1A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Anemarrhena asphodeloides root extractA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl octapeptide-3A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Hexapeptide-9A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Nonapeptide-1A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4One 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 acidA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerPure 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
More about TocopherolHelps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to calm down inflammation
More about AstaxanthinWater, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Niacinamide, Stearic acid, Dimethicone, 1,2-hexanediol, Sorbitan stearate, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Beeswax, Microcrystalline wax, Peg-100 stearate, Arginine, Carbomer, Dipropylene glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Parfum, Panthenol, Caprylyl glycol, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Adenosine, Disodium edta, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Ectoin, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Propylene glycol, Leontopodium alpinum callus culture extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Betaine, Sodium hyaluronate, Centella asiatica extract, Fructan, Pentylene glycol, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Glycine, Chondrus crispus extract, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Serine, Glutamic acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Caviar extract, Cladosiphon okamuranus extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Hydrolyzed elastin, Royal jelly extract, Aspartic acid, Leucine, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Alanine, Lysine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Cysteine, Methionine, Collagen, Collagen amino acids, Collagen extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gold, Hydrolyzed collagen, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Soluble collagen, Copper tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-1, Anemarrhena asphodeloides root extract, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Acetyl octapeptide-3, Hexapeptide-9, Nonapeptide-1, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Hyaluronic acid, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Potassium hyaluronate, Astaxanthin
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
Affiliate links · prices updated regularly
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.
| MedipeelPeptide 9 Volume and Tension Tox Cream ProYOUR PRODUCT | MEDI-PEELPeptide 9 Volume And Tension Tox Cream | NEOGEN X SUR.MEDICProbiotics Youth Repair Cream | NACIFICUyu cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 88% | 85% |
| Price | $43.56 | $17.01−$26.55 | $24.30−$19.26 | $16.99−$26.57 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 41 of 48 | 27 of 48 | 18 of 48 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin E | Hexapeptide-11 | Ceramide Ap |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 64 studies and safety reviews.
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.