PRODUCT REVIEW
Paula's choice Hyaluronic Acid Booster
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Works for
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
Key Benefits Hyaluronic acid works to replenish moisture Formula helps plump up skin texture and diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles Suitable for all skin types Smooth gel formula absorbs quickly Helps lock in moisture for long-lasting results UK200026827
adenosine
0.85% -
1.25%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
hyaluronic acid
2.7% -
4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
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
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Hyaluronic Acid Booster
ceramide ap
1.7% -
2.5%
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
ceramide eop
1.4% -
2.1%
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
ceramide np
2.1% -
3.1%
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
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Anti-oxidation
yeast extract
1% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
adenosine
0.85% -
1.25%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
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How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Anti-aging | |
| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
100/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Potential irritants
sodium lauroyl lactylate
0.35% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Cleansing
Helps water and oil mix together
citric acid
0.1% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
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Comodogenic ingredients
No comodogenic ingredients detected
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
yeast extract
1% -
1.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-oxidation,
Evens skin tone
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
hyaluronic acid
2.7% -
4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-aging
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
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Potential irritants
sodium lauroyl lactylate
0.35% -
0.75%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Cleansing
Helps water and oil mix together
citric acid
0.1% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
glycerin
4% -
6.1%
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
sodium hyaluronate
3.4% -
5.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
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Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium hyaluronate, Hyaluronic acid, Ceramide np, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Phytosphingosine, Yeast extract, Adenosine, Cholesterol, Panthenol, Silanetriol, Butylene glycol, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Carbomer, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Polysorbate 20, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
Sources
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
- Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humans
- Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic review
- Skin hydration is significantly increased by a cream formulated to mimic the skin’s own natural moisturizing systems
- Topically Applied Ceramides Interact with the Stratum Corneum Lipid Matrix in Compromised Ex Vivo Skin
- Topical emulsions containing ceramides: Effects on the skin barrier function and anti‐inflammatory properties
- The natural yeast extract isolated by ethanol precipitation inhibits melanin synthesis by modulating tyrosinase activity and downregulating melanosome transfer
- Evaluation of dermatological effects of cosmetic formulations containing Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract and vitamins
- Evaluation of anti-wrinkle efficacy of adenosine-containing products using the FOITS technique
- Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulations