Works for
Evens skin toneEthyl linoleate, Yeast extractNot delivered
“An alternative to direct exfoliating acids, the NIOD Non-Acid Acid Precursor 15% is a lightweight emulsion that helps to reduce visible textural and tonal irregularities.”
This product contains ingredients (ethyl linoleate, yeast extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“A resurfacing system that supports natural skin renewal while preserving barrier integrity and comfort.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Yeast extract, Lactococcus ferment lysate + 1 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (yeast extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Hexanoyl dipeptide-3 norleucine acetate, Myristoyl nonapeptide-3 + 2 moreMay help
This product contains hexanoyl dipeptide-3 norleucine acetate, myristoyl nonapeptide-3. 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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Ethyl linoleateMay help
“rid the complexion of imperfections”
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains ethyl linoleate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Lactococcus ferment lysate~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Lactococcus ferment lysateGlycerin~3.6–5.4%
- 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 GlycerinEthyl linoleate~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps reduce acne and blemishes. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce inflammation. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
More about Ethyl linoleateHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerHexanoyl dipeptide-3 norleucine acetate~1.7–2.5%
- 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 Hexanoyl dipeptide-3 norleucine acetateMyristoyl nonapeptide-3~1.4–2.2%
- 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 Myristoyl nonapeptide-3Yeast extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractSoy amino acids~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soy amino acidsBisabolol~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololPseudoalteromonas exopolysaccharides~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinSorbitan isostearate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateIsohexadecane~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecanePolysorbate 60~0.35–0.8%
Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateSodium salicylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
The salt of salicylic acid. Helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can also work to preserve cosmetic products
More about Sodium salicylateCitric acid~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium chloride~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePotassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.3%
Pentylene glycol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolEthoxydiglycol~0.05–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Glycerin, Ethyl linoleate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Hexanoyl dipeptide-3 norleucine acetate, Myristoyl nonapeptide-3, Yeast extract, Soy amino acids, Bisabolol, Pseudoalteromonas exopolysaccharides, Lecithin, Sorbitan isostearate, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 60, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Sodium salicylate, Citric acid, Sodium chloride, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Pentylene glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Phenoxyethanol, 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.
| NIODNon-Acid Acid Precursor 15%YOUR PRODUCT | Indeed LabsInstant Results Snoxin II | Paula's choiceSkin Perfecting 8% AHA Lotion | HydroPeptideDeluxe Mini Triple Acid Peptide Peel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 27% | 26% |
| Price | $56.00 | — | $34.00−$22.00 | $19.00−$37.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 | Glycolic Acid | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"NIOD - Non-Acid Acid Precursor 15%" could be helpful for: Anti-aging and Anti-blemish, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (myristoyl nonapeptide-3 1.40% - 2.20% and hexanoyl dipeptide-3 norleucine acetate 1.70% - 2.50%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Price
The product retails from 55.00$ up to 68.50$ in the United States, from 80.00A$ up to 85.00A$ in Australia, from 28.00£ up to 60.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 73.00CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
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