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Noble Panacea The Absolute Intense Renewal Serum 7 Dose
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
"Complete Renewal · Nutrient Intensive Serum"Key Benefits An ultra-powerful serum to treat all signs of natural aging Increases skin cells activity, energy and regeneration High-active antioxidant nutritive complex Fortifies skin from future degradation Restores natural fullness and volume Boosts collagen and elasticity Redefines facial contours, skin is visibly tightened and lifted Hydrates and nourishes to counteract water loss Smooths fine lines and deep wrinkles Deeply exfoliates to support cell turnover and minimizing pores Refines and softens skin for a smooth, even texture Revitalizes the skin"
glycolic acid
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: 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
retinol
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
ubiquinone
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
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Anti-blemish
retinol
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
glycolic acid
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
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
ginkgo biloba leaf extract
0.1% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
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Evens skin tone
retinol
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
glycolic acid
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: 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
glycine soja seed extract
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
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Exfoliation
glycolic acid
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: 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
retinol
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
gluconolactone
0.1% -
0.15%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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
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Moisturizing
nigella sativa seed oil
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support the skin's barrier due to the high content of linoleic acid
ceramide ng
0.15% -
0.3%
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
chondrus crispus extract
0.15% -
0.3%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
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Anti-oxidation
ubiquinone
0.3% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
superoxide dismutase
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An antioxidant enzyme that is naturally present in skin. It can help support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin. It is used in topical medications for inflammatory skin conditions including atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. There are three types of natural Superoxide Dismutase in human skin. The compound used in topical treatments and cosmetics are mimics of typically one of these natural variants
retinol
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
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How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Anti-aging |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
100/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 1
Potential irritants
rosa damascena flower water
0.55% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
retinol
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Exfoliation,
Mattifying,
Anti-blemish,
Evens skin tone
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
chondrus crispus extract
0.15% -
0.3%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
niacinamide
0.4% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-aging,
Evens skin tone,
Moisturizing,
Anti-blemish,
Reduces irritation,
Antibacterial,
Reduces redness,
Anti-inflammatory
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
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Reduces redness,
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces irritation,
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 flower water
0.55% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
retinol
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Exfoliation,
Mattifying,
Anti-blemish,
Evens skin tone
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
chondrus crispus extract
0.15% -
0.3%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
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aloe barbadensis leaf juice
6.1% -
7.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Reduces irritation,
Reduces redness,
Antibacterial,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-blemish,
Anti-aging
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
glycerin
3.8% -
4.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
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Ingredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate, C13-15 alkane, Propanediol, Carthamus tinctorius oleosomes, Cyclodextrin, Potassium hydroxide, Allantoin, Rosa damascena flower water, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Calanthe discolor extract, Teprenone, Sodium hyaluronate, Ubiquinone, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Retinol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Aspalathus linearis leaf extract, Ascorbyl glucoside, Avena sativa kernel extract, Camellia sinensis leaf oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Glycolic acid, Calendula officinalis flower, Tocopheryl acetate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Oryza sativa bran extract, Punica granatum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis callus culture extract, Unknown, Tocopherol, Ascorbic acid, Chondrus crispus extract, Persea gratissima oil, Garcinia mangostana peel extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Phospholipids, Ceramide ng, Centella asiatica extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Unknown, Lac, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Helianthus annuus extract, Calcium gluconate, Rosa canina fruit oil, Glycine soja seed extract, Dimethylmethoxy chromanol, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Orobanche rapum extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Nigella sativa seed oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Buddleja davidii extract, Acer saccharum extract, Sodium hydroxide, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Saccharum officinarum extract, Betaine, Acacia senegal gum, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Morinda citrifolia fruit extract, Benzoic acid, Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables, Lycium barbarum fruit extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Saccharide isomerate, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Superoxide dismutase, Chlorphenesin, Xanthan gum, Sodium benzoate, Sorbic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Gluconolactone
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