
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, glyceryl glucoside.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: madecassoside, panthenol
“12PM Anti-Blemish Serum”
This product contains ingredients (zinc pca) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
This product contains antioxidants (asiaticoside, madecassoside) 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 - centella asiatica extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
This product contains asiaticoside, centella asiatica extract, centella asiatica leaf extract, madecassoside. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
A 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. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractUsed 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 glycolCan help to restore skin barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Glyceryl glucosideAn antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideAn active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
More about AsiaticosideA 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 extractOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolA 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 attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about PantolactoneOne 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 GlycerinIs 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 NiacinamideTraditionally 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 extractA plant extract that has some anti-inflammatory properties, can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is also used to thicken the product formulations
More about Althaea rosea root extractA compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolUsed to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateCan support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminWater, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Methylpropanediol, Butylene glycol, Glyceryl glucoside, Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Centella asiatica extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Allantoin, Panthenol, Propanediol, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Pantolactone, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Althaea rosea root extract, Chenopodium album flower extract, Lactuca indica extract, Corydalis ochotensis extract, Draba nemorosa extract, Zinc pca, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf extract, Dipropylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tromethamine, Cyanocobalamin, Disodium edta
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
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.
| Meta Foret12PM Anti-Blemish SerumYOUR PRODUCT | SCINICHyaluronic Acid Ampoule Serum | HerbnoteSnail Repair Ampoule | Cos De BAHATT Tranexamic Acid 10 Facial Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 90% | 89% |
| Price | — | $17.60 | $32.45 | $15.84 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 14 | 8 of 14 | 8 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Beta-Glucan | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: VT Cosmetics Hydrop Reedle Shot 100hLmixsoon Premium Centella Asiatica Serum
"Meta Foret - 12PM Anti-Blemish Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 36 studies and safety reviews.
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.