Works for
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“It’s powered by the brand's proprietary Pause Complex , a carefully researched fusion of vitamins, antioxidants, and peptides to help fuel much-needed collagen production , that helps firm, lift, brighten, even out skin tone while also diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles too! Go on, you know you want to try it!”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid.
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.
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 + 3 moreWorks well
“As we age, hormonal swings can result in occasional breakouts but not to worry, adding Pause Well-Aging's Detox Serum to your Holy Grail skincare routine for visible and lasting results you'll adore.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1.
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.
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, GluconolactoneWorks well
“Pause Well-Aging's Award-winning Detox clarifying serum is here to help you face the unwelcome blemishes by effectively clarifying and decongesting pores, gently exfoliating and soothing inflammation , all without drying out skin.”
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.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + 9 moreWorks well
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, glycogen.
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: sphingolipids, aloe barbadensis leaf extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Brassica oleracea italica extract + 1 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is some human evidence for this effect in skin, though it is smaller or less consistent than the evidence for the best antioxidants.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Citrus junos peel oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Salix nigra bark extract~5.9–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractPropanediol~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~2.5–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinAloe barbadensis leaf extract~2.1–3.2%
- 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 extractBioflavonoids~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brassica oleracea italica extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Brassica oleracea italica extractCarbomer~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerTriethanolamine~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineNiacinamide~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 NiacinamideButylene glycol~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolBromelain~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Papain~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.7%
Phospholipids~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsRibose~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidCitrus junos peel oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Poria cocos polysaccharide~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethylaminoethanol tartrate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sphingolipids~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sphingolipids are a group of lipids with a common chemical structure. Some of them are naturally present in skin and can be converted to ceramides
More about SphingolipidsGlycogen~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlycogenPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Gluconolactone~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about GluconolactoneSodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolysorbate 20~0.05–0.3%
Calcium gluconate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconatePalmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Ingredient list view
Water, Salix nigra bark extract, Propanediol, Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Bioflavonoids, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Niacinamide, Butylene glycol, Bromelain, Papain, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phospholipids, Ribose, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Citrus junos peel oil, Poria cocos polysaccharide, Dimethylaminoethanol tartrate, Sphingolipids, Glycogen, Potassium sorbate, Gluconolactone, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Calcium gluconate, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7
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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.
| Pause Well-AgingDetox SerumYOUR PRODUCT | SKIN&LABVitamin C Brightening Serum | Cyrène SkincareDiamond Retinal 1 | NuFaceFirming and Smoothing Super Peptide Booster Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 89% | 89% |
| Price | $9.99 | $12.69+$2.70 | $18.90+$8.91 | $63.12+$53.13 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 4 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Retinol | Madecassoside | Magnesium Aspartate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Algenist Genius Ultimate Anti-Aging Vitamin C+ Serum by AlgenistVasanti Skin Rescue 5% Niacinimide
Product summary
"Pause Well-Aging - Detox Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.05% - 0.25% and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.05% - 0.20%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Humectants (glycogen 0.10% - 0.40% and glycerin 2.50% - 3.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 26.99CA$ in Canada, for 134.02A$ in Australia, for 29.20$ in the United States and for 108.23£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5The role of epidermal sphingolipids in dermatologic diseasesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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