NEOSTRATA Resurface Glycolic Renewal Smoothing Lotion
Works for
4 of 4 advertised claims delivered
Anti-agingGlycolic acidStrong evidence
“8% Glycolic Acid reduces the apperance of fine lines and wrinkles”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
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.
ExfoliationGlycolic acidStrong evidence
“Ideal moisturising and exfoliating therapy for dry, rough skin on the hands, body and face.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Evens skin toneGlycolic acidStrong evidence
“Glycolic Acid: sloughs off dead skin cells to boost the skin's tone and texture”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid
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.
MoisturizingMangifera indica seed butter, Dimethicone + 9 moreGood evidence
“Ideal moisturising and exfoliating therapy for dry, rough skin on the hands, body and face.”
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:
arginine, glycerin.
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, dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Glycolic acidMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Glycolic acid~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidCitric acid~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidWater~4.6–6.9%
Glycolic acid~3.8–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidPropylene glycol~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCitric acid~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAmmonium hydroxide~1.6–2.4%
Arginine~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An 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 ArginineDimethicone~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 DimethiconePeg-40 stearate~0.85–1.3%
Trimethylolpropane triethylhexanoate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mangifera indica seed butter~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Mangifera indica seed butterTocopheryl acetate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateGlycerin~0.35–0.8%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 glycolPeg-100 stearate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateGlyceryl stearate~0.4–0.95%
- 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 stearateIsopropyl palmitate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateStearic acid~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidMyristic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPalmitic acid~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidCetearyl alcohol~0.2–0.7%
- 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 alcoholCetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcelluloseXanthan gum~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumStearamidopropyl dimethylamine~0.05–0.25%
Disodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Methylparaben~0.05–0.15%
Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Glycolic acid, Citric acid, Water, Glycolic acid, Propylene glycol, Citric acid, Ammonium hydroxide, Arginine, Dimethicone, Peg-40 stearate, Trimethylolpropane triethylhexanoate, Mangifera indica seed butter, Tocopheryl acetate, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Peg-100 stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Isopropyl palmitate, Stearic acid, Myristic acid, Palmitic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan gum, Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, Disodium edta, Methylparaben, Chlorphenesin
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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.
| NEOSTRATAResurface Glycolic Renewal Smoothing LotionYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceSkin Revealing Body Lotion 10% AHA | Peter Thomas RothGlycolic Acid 10% Moisturizer | ObagiEXFODERM FORTE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 61% | 61% |
| Price | $9.37 | $22.40+$13.03 | $38.50+$29.13 | $105.00+$95.63 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | Retinyl Palmitate | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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