Naturopathica Argan & Peptide Wrinkle Repair Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing18 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Argan & Peptide Wrinkle Repair Cream”
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, isomalt.
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: squalane, hippophae rhamnoides oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tripeptide-38
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
“Argan & Peptide Wrinkle Repair Cream”
This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-38. This ingredient 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.3–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinSqualane~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCocoglycerides~2.9–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
More about CocoglyceridesMethylheptyl isostearate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
C10-18 triglycerides~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesLactobacillus ferment~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentLepidium sativum sprout extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 esters~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Help oil and water mix together
More about Candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 estersGlyceryl stearate~1–1.2%
- 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 stearateJojoba esters~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersTocopherol~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure 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 TocopherolPalmitoyl tripeptide-38~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Argania spinosa sprout cell extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plant stem cell extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Argania spinosa sprout cell extractLeontopodium alpinum meristem cell culture~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hippophae rhamnoides oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.
More about Hippophae rhamnoides oilMoringa 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 oilVaccinium vitis-idaea seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Fructan~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Behenyl olivate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilHelichrysum italicum flower oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilAnthemis nobilis flower oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilTanacetum annuum flower oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that has anti-inflammatory properties but also contains irritating compounds
More about Tanacetum annuum flower oilCetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholSodium stearoyl lactylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl lactylateLecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinSclerotium gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumXanthan gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gum1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.25%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIsomalt~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about IsomaltSodium phytate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.15%
Citric acid~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Squalane, Cocoglycerides, Methylheptyl isostearate, C10-18 triglycerides, Lactobacillus ferment, Lepidium sativum sprout extract, Candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 esters, Glyceryl stearate, Jojoba esters, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Argania spinosa sprout cell extract, Leontopodium alpinum meristem cell culture, Hippophae rhamnoides oil, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Vaccinium vitis-idaea seed oil, Fructan, Behenyl olivate, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Helichrysum italicum flower oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Tanacetum annuum flower oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Lecithin, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Sclerotium gum, Xanthan gum, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Isomalt, Sodium phytate, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid
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| NaturopathicaArgan & Peptide Wrinkle Repair CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Alpha-HLiquid Gold 24 Hour Moisture Repair Cream | MGC DermaBrightening Cream | Pour Moi SkincareNight Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 65% | 59% | 59% |
| Price | $100.00 | $51.00−$49.00 | $26.97−$73.03 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Cbd | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Naturopathica - Argan & Peptide Wrinkle Repair Cream" works well for improving skin hydration The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (glycerin, isomalt, lactobacillus ferment and caprylyl glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (hippophae rhamnoides oil, jojoba esters, squalane, c10-18 triglycerides and cetearyl alcohol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-38 0.50% - 0.75%). There are many different kind of peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of amino-acids. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective peptides in skincare are, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 100.00$ up to 124.00$ in the United States and for 147.50CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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