No7 Youthful Vitamin C Fresh Radiance Essence
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin tone2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“After first use, skin feels softer and refreshed After 2 weeks, 91% of women agreed their skin looked more radiant Skin looks brighter, skin tone looks brighter, skin tone looks more even and skin texture is improved”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: gluconolactone
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.
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Youthful Vitamin C Fresh Radiance Essence”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains gluconolactone.
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.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
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: gluconolactone.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · 4 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (gluconolactone) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.9–8.8%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~3.7–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinGluconolactone~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactonePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateHydroxyethylcellulose~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseParfum~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium hydroxide~0.55–1.25%
Xanthan gum~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAmmonium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Tetrasodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Ethylparaben~0.05–0.25%
Methyl benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Ascorbic acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Parfum, Sodium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Sodium hyaluronate, Ammonium glycyrrhizate, Methylparaben, Tetrasodium edta, Ethylparaben, Methyl benzoate, Ascorbic acid
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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.
| No7Youthful Vitamin C Fresh Radiance EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | PharmacerisA Puri-Sensilique Calming Moisturising Face Toner | HourglassEQUILIBRIUM™ Restoring Essence | Cinema SecretsMoisture Spray+ Hydrating Mist | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 64% | 63% | 62% |
| Price | $24.99 | $9.68−$15.31 | $65.00+$40.01 | $21.14−$3.85 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide | Calcium Pca | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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