Pacifica Beauty Vegan Collagen Complex Serum
Works for
MoisturizingHyaluronic acid, Glycerin + 10 moreWorks
“Our superpowered combination of ingredients includes a one-of-a-kind blend of vegan collagen* and hyaluronic acid – a beloved ingredient that has been shown to hold 1000 times its weight in moisture! For all and aging skin types.”
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:
ahnfeltiopsis concinna extract, 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, squalane.
Anti-agingHyaluronic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceNot delivered
“It's no secret that hydration is the first step for youthful-looking skin.”
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 - hyaluronic acid - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis flower extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Collagen~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products
More about CollagenHyaluronic acid~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidWater~4.2–6.2%
Glycerin~2.9–4.3%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.6–3.9%
- 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 triglycerideGlyceryl oleate citrate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Glyceryl oleate citrateSqualane~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceCamellia japonica seed oil~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia japonica seed oilSr-hydrozoan polypeptide-1~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Collagen~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products
More about CollagenAhnfeltiopsis concinna extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Ahnfeltiopsis concinna extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractCitrus aurantium dulcis flower extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Jasminum officinale flower extract~0.45–1.05%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateArnica montana flower extract~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractHydrolyzed jojoba esters~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersSodium 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 hyaluronateLecithin~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPullulan~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanHydrogenated lecithin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinSilica~0.3–0.7%
Caprylyl/capryl glucoside~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideXanthan gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSclerotium gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumCetearyl alcohol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholMaltodextrin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinGlucose~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseCitric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.4%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.35%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Collagen, Hyaluronic acid, Unknown, Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glyceryl oleate citrate, Squalane, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Camellia japonica seed oil, Sr-hydrozoan polypeptide-1, Collagen, Ahnfeltiopsis concinna extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis flower extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Arnica montana flower extract, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Sodium hyaluronate, Lecithin, Pullulan, Hydrogenated lecithin, Silica, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Xanthan gum, Sclerotium gum, Cetearyl alcohol, Maltodextrin, Glucose, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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| Pacifica BeautyVegan Collagen Complex SerumYOUR PRODUCT | MEDI-PEELDerma Maison Time Wrinkle Perfect Serum | THE RAPUEZLive Hydro Intensive Serum | Dr. Barbara SturmThe Good C Vitamin C Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 44% | 44% |
| Price | $20.00 | $44.30+$24.30 | $47.10+$27.10 | $144.72+$124.72 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol | Niacinamide | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Pacifica - Vegan Collagen Complex Serum" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.35% - 0.85%, ahnfeltiopsis concinna extract 0.55% - 1.30%, glycerin 2.90% - 4.30% and hyaluronic acid 4.20% - 6.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Pacifica" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails at around 20.49$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 4Effects of Topical Arnica Gel on Post-Laser Treatment Bruisesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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