Works for
Anti-oxidationGluconolactone, Tocotrienols + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (tocotrienols) 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 - gluconolactone, squalene also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingGluconolactone, Tocotrienols + 3 moreWorks well
“PCA Skin ExLinea Peptide Smoothing Serum minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with a blend of peptides and hydrating emollients.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains gluconolactone.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, tocotrienols.
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.
MoisturizingAcetyl hexapeptide-8, Gluconolactone + 8 moreWorks well
“PCA Skin ExLinea Peptide Smoothing Serum minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with a blend of peptides and hydrating emollients.”
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:
dipotassium glycyrrhizate, sodium hyaluronate.
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: squalene, phytosterols.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · GluconolactoneWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: gluconolactone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Santalum austrocaledonicum wood oil, Aniba rosaeodora wood oil + 3 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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Water~40–60%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~6.3–9.4%
- 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 juiceHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~4–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerGluconolactone~2.8–4.2%
- 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 GluconolactoneGluconolactone~2.1–3.1%
- 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 GluconolactoneAminomethyl propanol~1.7–2.6%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
1,2-hexanediol~0.55–1.25%
Caprylyl glycol~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSantalum austrocaledonicum wood oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Santalum austrocaledonicum wood oilAniba rosaeodora wood oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePhenoxyethanol~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCitrus grandis peel oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilCitrus nobilis peel oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilPropolis extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractMentha piperita oil~0.1–0.45%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.45%
Acetyl hexapeptide-8~0.1–0.45%
- 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 Acetyl hexapeptide-8Phytosterols~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
More about PhytosterolsTocopherol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure 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 TocopherolTocotrienols~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms
More about TocotrienolsOryza sativa bran wax~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Squalene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneIngredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Gluconolactone, Unknown, Gluconolactone, Aminomethyl propanol, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Sodium benzoate, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Santalum austrocaledonicum wood oil, Aniba rosaeodora wood oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Propolis extract, Mentha piperita oil, Potassium sorbate, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Phytosterols, Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Oryza sativa bran wax, Squalene
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| PCA SKINExLinea Peptide Smoothing SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Luzern LaboratoriesLuzern WE3 Triple Action Serum Wrinkle Corrector | Go-To Skin CareMuch plumper skin serum | OmniluxPeptide Concentrate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 58% | 56% |
| Price | $127.00 | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Panthenol | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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