Pixi Glow Tonic

Name: Pixi - Glow Tonic
Brand: Pixi

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WORKS FOR

Anti-aging
Exfoliation
Evens skin tone

KEY INGREDIENTS

glycolic acid
urea
panthenol
glutamic acid
glycerin
aspartic acid
hexyl nicotinate
alanine
sucrose
fructose
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IRRITANCY

HIGH

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$10.00

In stock

Size: 100 ml

Glow Tonic

£10.00

In stock

Size: 100 ml

Glow Tonic

£10.00

In stock

Size: 100 ml

Glow Tonic

$15.00

In stock

Size: 100 ml

Glow Tonic

Can the product deliver on its promises?

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What does the product description say?

"It works by gently removing dead skin cells on the surface to reveal younger, fresher looking skin beneath, for a brighter complexion with a more youthful appearance."

Beauty Expert

WIMJ summary for anti-aging

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.

These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: aspartic acid.

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.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycolic acid	HIGH
aspartic acid	MEDIUM
aloe barbadensis leaf juice	LOW

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What does the product description say?

"Alcohol free Exfoliates and purifies the skin with Glycolic AcidGinseng improves circulation and energizesAloe vera soothes and hydratesRefines the appearance of poresGently accelerates cell renewal to reveal a brighter, glowing complexion"

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WIMJ summary for evens skin tone

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid

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: alanine.

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.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycolic acid	HIGH
alanine	LOW

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What does the product description say?

"Glycolic acid aids in accelerating cell renewal, which helps get rid of the dead cells faster."

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WIMJ summary for exfoliation

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: glycolic acid.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
glycolic acid	HIGH
urea	MEDIUM

How honest is this product?

Promise	Can it deliver?
Anti-aging
Exfoliation
Evens skin tone

Total Promises Fulfilled score: 100/100.

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

HIGH

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
aloe barbadensis leaf juice
glycolic acid
hamamelis virginiana leaf extract

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
water Plain old water	45% - 55%
aloe barbadensis leaf juice 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	7.2% - 8.8%
glycolic acid An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid	4.4% - 5.4%
butylene glycol 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	3.1% - 3.8%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	2.5% - 3%
sodium hydroxide Used to adjust the product's pH	1.9% - 2.4%
hamamelis virginiana leaf extract A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating	1.7% - 2%
aesculus hippocastanum seed extract Plant extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating	1.4% - 1.7%
hexylene glycol Helps create a more spreadable product texture	1.1% - 1.4%
fructose Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin	0.95% - 1.15%
glucose Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function	0.7% - 1%
sucrose Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion	0.4% - 0.65%
urea Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations	0.5% - 0.75%
dextrin A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin	0.5% - 0.75%
alanine An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking	0.4% - 0.6%
glutamic acid An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin	0.4% - 0.65%
aspartic acid An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles	0.35% - 0.65%
hexyl nicotinate Might be able to enhance blood flow in the skin. Can be irritating and result in skin redness	0.4% - 0.6%
panax ginseng root extract A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating	0.3% - 0.6%
ethylhexylglycerin A preservative	0.25% - 0.45%
disodium edta Stabilizes the product formulation	0.25% - 0.4%
biotin Might have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect	0.2% - 0.4%
panthenol Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function	0.2% - 0.4%
ppg-26-buteth-26 Helps oil and water mix together	0.2% - 0.4%
peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil Helps oil and water mix together	0.2% - 0.35%
phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products	0.15% - 0.3%
parfum An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients	0.1% - 0.2%
caramel	0.1% - 0.15%
ci 14700 A colorant	0.1% - 0.15%
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Key ingredients	glycolic acid urea +8 more	Common: glycolic acid panthenol +3 more Other: tartaric acid sodium lactate +1 more	Common: glycolic acid panthenol +2 more Other: lactic acid vitis vinifera seed extract +2 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +3 more Other: allantoin serine +1 more	Common: panthenol urea +7 more Other: chondrus crispus extract copper pca +1 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +2 more Other: oligopeptide-24 dipeptide-2 +28 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +2 more Other: salicylic acid retinol +12 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +2 more Other: lactobionic acid lactic acid +8 more	Common: glycolic acid urea +1 more Other: salicylic acid lactic acid +10 more	Common: glycolic acid panthenol +1 more Other: ascorbyl glucoside hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid +1 more	Common: glycolic acid panthenol +1 more Other: salicylic acid allantoin +1 more
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Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? panax ginseng root extract Has skin benefit? hexyl nicotinate Has skin benefit? aesculus hippocastanum seed extract Has skin benefit? hamamelis virginiana leaf extract Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? ci 14700 Has skin benefit? peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil Has skin benefit? ppg-26-buteth-26 Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? hexylene glycol Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +11 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? ci 15985 Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? tartaric acid Has skin benefit? sodium citrate Has skin benefit? sodium lactate Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? portulaca oleracea extract Has skin benefit? peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil Has skin benefit? ppg-26-buteth-26 Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? pyrus malus fruit extract Has skin benefit? triethanolamine Has skin benefit? ananas sativus fruit extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	rosmarinus officinalis extract Has skin benefit? hamamelis virginiana extract Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis extract Has skin benefit? +3 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? alpha-isomethyl ionone Has skin benefit? geraniol Has skin benefit? benzyl benzoate Has skin benefit? butylphenyl methylpropional Has skin benefit? hexyl cinnamal Has skin benefit? benzyl salicylate Has skin benefit? limonene Has skin benefit? linalool Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? papain Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? sodium citrate Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? sodium salicylate Has skin benefit? 1,2-hexanediol Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? methylpropanediol Has skin benefit? +18 more	lavandula angustifolia extract Has skin benefit? rosa damascena flower oil Has skin benefit? lavandula hybrida oil Has skin benefit? hexyl nicotinate Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? isoceteth-20 Has skin benefit? hexylene glycol Has skin benefit? +7 more	methylisothiazolinone Has skin benefit? n-hydroxysuccinimide Has skin benefit? hesperidin methyl chalcone Has skin benefit? limonene Has skin benefit? citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? sodium oleate Has skin benefit? glycine soja oil Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? chrysin Has skin benefit? tetrasodium edta Has skin benefit? edta Has skin benefit? chlorphenesin Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? bambusa vulgaris leaf/stem extract Has skin benefit? pisum sativum extract Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? peg-75 stearate Has skin benefit? ceteth-20 Has skin benefit? steareth-20 Has skin benefit? pentylene glycol Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? sea salt Has skin benefit? ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? sorbitan oleate Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? olea europaea fruit oil Has skin benefit? phytosterols Has skin benefit? persea gratissima oil Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? cetyl phosphate Has skin benefit? dicaprylyl maleate Has skin benefit? +31 more	vanilla planifolia fruit extract Has skin benefit? vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract Has skin benefit? lavandula angustifolia flower/leaf/stem extract Has skin benefit? citrus aurantium bergamia fruit extract Has skin benefit? jasminum officinale flower/leaf extract Has skin benefit? prunus persica fruit extract Has skin benefit? rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract Has skin benefit? rose extract Has skin benefit? citrus limon peel extract Has skin benefit? anthemis nobilis flower extract Has skin benefit? retinol Has skin benefit? hamamelis virginiana water Has skin benefit? salix alba bark extract Has skin benefit? fomes officinalis extract Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? farnesol Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? mandelic acid Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? farnesol Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? rubus idaeus fruit extract Has skin benefit? pyrus malus fruit extract Has skin benefit? triethyl citrate Has skin benefit? cucumis sativus fruit extract Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? potassium hydroxide Has skin benefit? jojoba esters Has skin benefit? hexylresorcinol Has skin benefit? phytic acid Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? ethoxydiglycol Has skin benefit? +30 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? sodium lactate Has skin benefit? tartaric acid Has skin benefit? sodium citrate Has skin benefit? lactobionic acid Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +12 more	linalool Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? mandelic acid Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? ci 14700 Has skin benefit? ci 42090 Has skin benefit? chlorphenesin Has skin benefit? sorbic acid Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? bht Has skin benefit? ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer Has skin benefit? tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? tartaric acid Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? peg-8 Has skin benefit? +14 more	parfum Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? ci 19140 Has skin benefit? linalool Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? ci 14700 Has skin benefit? ppg-26-buteth-26 Has skin benefit? peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil Has skin benefit? ascorbyl glucoside Has skin benefit? citrullus lanatus fruit extract Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? pentylene glycol Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid Has skin benefit? +13 more	melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil Has skin benefit? salix alba bark extract Has skin benefit? rosa damascena extract Has skin benefit? ulmus davidiana root extract Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? sodium citrate Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? potassium hydroxide Has skin benefit? malva sylvestris leaf extract Has skin benefit? +10 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis leaf juice Has skin benefit? +27 more	water Has skin benefit? cellulose Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? aloe barbadensis extract Has skin benefit? +13 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +38 more	water Has skin benefit? panthenol Has skin benefit? +27 more	water Has skin benefit? dicaprylyl maleate Has skin benefit? +83 more	salicylic acid Has skin benefit? farnesol Has skin benefit? +57 more	water Has skin benefit? hydrogenated polydecene Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? peg-8 Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? +20 more	camellia sinensis leaf water Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +25 more