Neal's Yard Remedies Frankincense Intense Age-Defying Serum
Works for
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tripeptide-5, Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3 + 16 moreWorks well
“Hyaluronic Acid, a natural component of skin that decreases with age, is utilised to plump skin with moisture and 'fill in' the look of deep lines and wrinkles.”
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:
cylindrotheca fusiformis extract, dextran.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, argania spinosa kernel oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: caprooyl tetrapeptide-3, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, trifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2
Anti-agingCaprooyl tetrapeptide-3, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5 + 3 moreMay help
“Scientifically formulated with active and certified organic ingredients, the potent serum targets loss of firmness and deep lines (the second signs of ageing) to promote a firmer and smoother-looking visage.”
This product contains caprooyl tetrapeptide-3, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, trifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2. There is some human evidence that these ingredients help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin elasticity and firmness, though it is smaller or less consistent than the evidence for the best anti-aging ingredients.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Sodium anisate, Citrus nobilis peel oil + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~5.5–6.7%
- 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 GlycerinPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~4.2–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilAcacia senegal gum~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumTapioca starch~2.3–2.8%
Polyglyceryl-3 rice branate~1.9–2.3%
Vitis vinifera seed oil~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilAdansonia digitata seed oil~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilArgania spinosa kernel oil~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.65–0.95%
- 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 triglycerideHydrolyzed rhizobian gum~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Levulinic acid~0.35–0.65%
Ribose~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium levulinate~0.3–0.55%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally 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 juice powderSodium gluconate~0.25–0.45%
Boswellia sacra resin oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acidBoswellia sacra gum/resin extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCurcuma longa root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A 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 extractSodium anisate~0.2–0.35%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePotassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Tocopherol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolSea water extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linum usitatissimum seed extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus nobilis peel oil~0.15–0.3%
- 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 nobilis peel oilCitrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium dehydroacetate~0.2–0.35%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilCommiphora confusa resin oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Commiphora myrrha oil~0.15–0.3%
Citrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilCylindrotheca fusiformis extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps skin moisturization by attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties but research confirming effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Cylindrotheca fusiformis extractMicrocitrus australasica fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Most likely used for its fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Microcitrus australasica fruit extractBoswellia neglecta resin oil~0.25–0.45%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateP-anisic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidPalmitoyl tripeptide-5~0.2–0.35%
- 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-5Dextran~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
More about DextranTrifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2~0.15–0.3%
- 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 Trifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3~0.2–0.35%
- 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 Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3Limonene~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.15%
Farnesol~0.1–0.2%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Acacia senegal gum, Tapioca starch, Polyglyceryl-3 rice branate, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hydrolyzed rhizobian gum, Levulinic acid, Ribose, Xanthan gum, Sodium levulinate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Sodium gluconate, Boswellia sacra resin oil, Hyaluronic acid, Boswellia sacra gum/resin extract, Citric acid, Curcuma longa root extract, Sodium anisate, Sodium hyaluronate, Potassium sorbate, Tocopherol, Sea water extract, Linum usitatissimum seed extract, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Sodium dehydroacetate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Commiphora confusa resin oil, Commiphora myrrha oil, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Cylindrotheca fusiformis extract, Microcitrus australasica fruit extract, Boswellia neglecta resin oil, Glyceryl caprylate, P-anisic acid, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Dextran, Trifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2, Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3, Limonene, Linalool, Farnesol, Geraniol
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| Neal's Yard RemediesFrankincense Intense Age-Defying SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Pacifica BeautyFuture Youth Time Shift Eye Serum | Peter Thomas RothPeptide 21 Wrinkle Resist Serum | colibri skincarePolypeptide Booster | |
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| Match | — | 50% | 49% | 48% |
| Price | $134.00 | $18.91−$115.09 | $125.00−$9.00 | $24.39−$109.61 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 14 | 5 of 14 | 4 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 | N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Neal's Yard Remedies - Frankincense Intense™ Age-Defying Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-5 0.15% - 0.30%, caprooyl tetrapeptide-3 0.15% - 0.30% and trifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2 0.15% - 0.30%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.20% - 0.35%, dextran 0.15% - 0.30%, cylindrotheca fusiformis extract 0.20% - 0.40%, hyaluronic acid 0.20% - 0.40% and glycerin 5.50% - 6.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 75.00$ up to 121.00$ in the United States and from 67.15£ up to 127.80£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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