Name: NEOGEN X SUR.MEDIC - Surmedic Azulene Mild UV Tone-Up Sun Primer
Brand: NEOGEN X SUR.MEDIC

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Works for

Anti-blemish
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Moisturizing
Anti-oxidation

Anti-blemish

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.

niacinamide 2.3% - 2.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is 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

phytosphingosine 0.3% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect

centella asiatica extract 0.4% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

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. 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.

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

A multifunctional primer. Its lightweight formula brightens, blurs fine lines, protects skin against harmful uv rays and offers a smooth base for makeup.

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This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.

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.

adenosine 0.35% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Might 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)

niacinamide 2.3% - 2.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is 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

hyaluronic acid 0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

Evens skin tone

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glutathione, 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: arbutin, 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.

glutathione 0.15% - 0.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin

niacinamide 2.3% - 2.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is 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

arbutin 0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

For added skin care benefits, primer is infused with azulene for soothing and ceramide to moisturize.

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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, hyaluronic acid.

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, cholesterol.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide as, ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns, niacinamide, panthenol, phytosphingosine

ceramide np 0.3% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

ceramide as 0.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

ceramide eop 0.2% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (glutathione) 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 - arbutin, camellia sinensis extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

glutathione 0.15% - 0.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin

camellia sinensis extract 0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin

arbutin 0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin

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Key Actives

niacinamide 2.3% - 2.8%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish, Moisturizing, Reduces irritation, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Reduces redness

Is 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

centella asiatica extract 0.4% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Reduces irritation, Reduces redness, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish

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. 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.

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Potential irritants

rosa damascena extract 0.4% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.

lavandula angustifolia flower extract 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Essential oil that can be irritating

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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water 45% - 55%

Irritation risk:

Plain old water

c12-15 alkyl benzoate 4.8% - 5.9%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth

titanium dioxide 4.7% - 5.7%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin

Ingredient list view

Water, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Titanium dioxide, Propanediol, Butyloctyl salicylate, Niacinamide, Caprylyl methicone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Aluminum stearate, 1,2-hexanediol, Pentylene glycol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Guaiazulene, Alumina, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Cellulose gum, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Butylene glycol, Stearic acid, Unknown, Glycerin, Adenosine, T-butyl alcohol, Glycerin, Panthenol, Arbutin, Hydrogenated lecithin, Cetearyl alcohol, Bifida ferment lysate, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Unknown, Barm extract, Centella asiatica extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit/leaf extract, Rosa damascena extract, Unknown, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Unknown, Camellia sinensis extract, Oryza sativa extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Ceramide np, Potassium sulfate, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Ceramide ns, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Hyaluronic acid, Ceramide as, Ceramide ap, Glutathione, Disodium edta, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Ceramide eop, Ultramarines, Parfum

	NEOGEN X SUR.MEDIC - Surmedic Azulene Mild UV Tone-Up Sun Primer	PEACH & LILY - Skin Shield Blurring Primer
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WIMJ similarity score		43%
Key ingredients	niacinamide adenosine +23 more	Common: ceramide as ceramide eop +9 more Other: madecassic acid methyl methacrylate crosspolymer +6 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM
Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? citrus limon fruit extract Has skin benefit? +19 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? eucalyptus globulus leaf extract Has skin benefit? +13 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +60 more	water Has skin benefit? c13-15 alkane Has skin benefit? +45 more

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Anti-blemish

Anti-aging

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Evens skin tone

Moisturizing

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Anti-oxidation

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