
“Improve skin tone and texture with OSKIA's City Life Booster ; a powerful, highly concentrated formula developed to protect against specific indoor and outdoor pollution.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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.
“Expertly targeting loss of elasticity, hyperpigmentation and reduced cellular activity, the quick-absorbing treatment delivers firming and hydrating benefits, whilst minimising the appearance of dark spots and uneven patches for a smoother, more refined complexion that is less likely to trap microscopic particles of atmospheric pollution.”
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
“Expertly targeting loss of elasticity, hyperpigmentation and reduced cellular activity, the quick-absorbing treatment delivers firming and hydrating benefits, whilst minimising the appearance of dark spots and uneven patches for a smoother, more refined complexion that is less likely to trap microscopic particles of atmospheric pollution.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
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.
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
This product contains antioxidants (ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol manganese chloride, ubiquinone) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - camellia japonica flower extract, haematococcus pluvialis extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.


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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
More about NiacinamideA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateGreen algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin
More about Haematococcus pluvialis extractA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCoenzyme 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
More about UbiquinoneOne 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 GlycerinA potent anti-oxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and protect from harmful effects of sun exposure, even though more studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness in topical applications
More about Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol manganese chlorideHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces ferment lysate filtratePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolLecithin derivative. It helps oil and water mix together and can enhance penetration of other ingredients. It helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LysolecithinA mineral that is claimed to be able to support collagen product in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is missing
More about Malachite extractUsed to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumAn essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilCreates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Camellia japonica flower extractUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinA 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 GluconolactoneAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Olus oilA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneWater, Niacinamide, Smithsonite extract, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Dimethyl sulfone, Cocoyl proline, Haematococcus pluvialis extract, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Sodium hyaluronate, Propanediol, Ubiquinone, Glycerin, Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol manganese chloride, Saccharomyces ferment lysate filtrate, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 20, Lysolecithin, Malachite extract, Sclerotium gum, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Pullulan, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia japonica flower extract, Lecithin, Phenethyl alcohol, Gluconolactone, Silica, Olus oil, Sodium benzoate, Limonene
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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.
| OSKIACity Life Anti-Pollution BoosterYOUR PRODUCT | HydroPeptideFirma-Bright 20% Vitamin C Booster | Dr. David JackGood Morning Vitamin C Serum | Luzern LaboratoriesLuzern WE3 Triple Action Serum Wrinkle Corrector | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 79% | 77% |
| Price | — | $98.24 | $118.98 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 13 | 4 of 13 | 3 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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