Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Panthenol + 4 moreWorks well
“Finally, panthenol has a moisturizing, nurturing and repairing effect on the skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, sodium hyaluronate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, panthenol
Anti-agingNiacinamide, CreatineWorks well
“Product specifications Creatine improves the skin's elasticity, has a cell-regenerating and firming effect Allantoin counteracts irritation Betaine adds moisture to the skin and reduces pigment changes Sodium hyaluronate reduces oily skin, reduces sebum and prevents wrinkles Vitamin B3 reduces impurities, reduces redness and water loss from the skin Panthenol moisturises, cares and repairs Without parfume p H value Approx. 5.5 Made in Denmark”
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: creatine.
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.
Evens skin toneNiacinamideWorks well
“Product specifications Creatine improves the skin's elasticity, has a cell-regenerating and firming effect Allantoin counteracts irritation Betaine adds moisture to the skin and reduces pigment changes Sodium hyaluronate reduces oily skin, reduces sebum and prevents wrinkles Vitamin B3 reduces impurities, reduces redness and water loss from the skin Panthenol moisturises, cares and repairs Without parfume p H value Approx. 5.5 Made in Denmark”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, AllantoinWorks well
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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · CreatineMay help
This product contains antioxidants (creatine) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Niacinamide~5.7–8.5%
- 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 NiacinamidePentylene glycol~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolBetaine~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePropylene glycol dibenzoate~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creatine~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin's ability to neutralize free radicals and produce collagen, though further research is needed to confirm effectiveness
More about CreatineAllantoin~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSodium hyaluronate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePanthenol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Carbomer~0.1–0.3%
- 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 CarbomerSodium gluconate~0.05–0.1%
Sodium hydroxide~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Niacinamide, Pentylene glycol, Betaine, Propylene glycol dibenzoate, Creatine, Allantoin, Sodium hyaluronate, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Sodium gluconate, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| PlaisirNo Shine Oil Free GelYOUR PRODUCT | Dr Sam'sFlawless Moisturiser | ISANA120h Liquid Moisturizer | TOUN28AHA + BHA + PHA Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 88% | 88% |
| Price | — | $72.75 | $6.92 | $37.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 5 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol | Ectoin | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Plaisir - No Shine Oil Free Gel" is effective for: Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish and Evens skin tone
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (5.70% - 8.50%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 0.35% - 0.85% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
- In addition, this product contains Allantoin (0.85% - 1.25%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.
- Humectants (panthenol 0.35% - 0.85%, sodium hyaluronate 0.55% - 1.30% and betaine 2.60% - 3.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
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