Works for
2 of 4 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin toneArbutin, Lactic acid + 1 moreModerate evidence
“Unlike the brand’s Blender Rx facial cream (prescription only) which is powered by Hydroquinone, the Blend FX Cream utilises a less aggressive alternative called Arbutin to gently lighten the look of sun spots, age spots and melasma for a more unified skin tone.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: arbutin.
MoisturizingPhenyl trimethicone, Glycerin + 3 moreGood evidence
“Nu-Derm Blend FX Cream”
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.
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, phenyl trimethicone.
Anti-agingAscorbic acid, Lactic acidLimited evidence
“Powerful antioxidants Vitamin C and E work to deflect daily environmental aggressors that can lead to premature skin ageing, and combat the visible signs of UV damage.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
This ingredient arbutin might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
ExfoliationLactic acidWeak evidence
“The addition of AHAs deliver exfoliating benefits to promote healthy skin regeneration and restore luminous skin beneath the congested skin surface.”
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-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Arbutin, Tocopheryl acetate + 1 moreModerate evidence
This product contains antioxidants (arbutin) 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?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinCetyl alcohol~3–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholArbutin~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- 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
More about ArbutinPpg-2 myristyl ether propionate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideTea-salicylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactic acid~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidTocopheryl acetate~0.9–1.35%
- 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 acetateAscorbic acid~0.6–1.35%
- 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 acidSaponins~0.55–1.25%
Sodium lauryl sulfate~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
More about Sodium lauryl sulfateSodium cetearyl sulfate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cetearyl sulfatePhenyl trimethicone~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconePhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.55%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Disodium edta~0.1–0.3%
Bht~0.05–0.2%
Dipotassium phosphate~0.05–0.2%
Sodium phosphate~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Arbutin, Ppg-2 myristyl ether propionate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Tea-salicylate, Lactic acid, Tocopheryl acetate, Ascorbic acid, Saponins, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Sodium cetearyl sulfate, Phenyl trimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium metabisulfite, Disodium edta, Bht, Dipotassium phosphate, Sodium phosphate
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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.
| ObagiNu-Derm Blend FX CreamYOUR PRODUCT | K republiqGlass Skin Finishing Glaze | MyChelle DermaceuticalsPerfect C PRO Speed Peel | Reform SkincareEveryday Moisturiser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 72% | 69% | 69% |
| Price | — | — | $35.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Retinal | Ferulic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | High | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Arbutin - Commentatymdedge.com
- 3TOPICAL TREATMENT OF MELASMAncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate journals.sagepub.com
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