PMD

PMD Personal Microderm Daily Cell Regeneration System

Name: PMD - Personal Microderm Daily Cell Regeneration System
Brand: PMD

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Cleansing

Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Sodium lauroamphoacetate + 9 more

Can be harsh

What the product description says

“Soothing Antioxidant Cleanser (4 oz.): breaks down dirt and oils from within pores without stripping away moisture”

Source: Dermstore

This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.

The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate.

Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.

Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent~9.5–11.6%

Sodium lauroamphoacetateEffect: High~5.7–7%

Cocamidopropyl betaineEffect: HighHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen~4.3–5.2%

Linoleic acidEffect: HighAn excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores~0.4–0.6%

Cetearyl alcoholEffect: HighA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.3–0.55%

Glyceryl stearateEffect: HighAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.3–0.55%

Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together~0.25–0.5%

Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together~0.25–0.45%

Xanthan gumEffect: HighUsed to create a thicker product consistency~0.25–0.45%

Sodium stearoyl lactylateEffect: HighHelps oil and water mix together~0.2–0.35%

Hexylene glycolEffect: HighHelps create a more spreadable product texture~0.05–0.1%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

3 strong irritants: Artemisia vulgaris extract, Retinyl palmitate + 1 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 25 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateHelps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agentHigh~9.5–11.6%est.

Cocamidopropyl betaineHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergenHigh~4.3–5.2%est.

Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extractPepper extract. Might help neutralize free radicals in skinHigh~2.2–2.7%est.

Artemisia vulgaris extractA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritatingHigh~1.1–1.3%est.

Retinyl palmitateThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effectHigh~0.25–0.5%est.

Chamomilla recutita flower extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Ginkgo biloba leaf extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.35%est.

Anogeissus leiocarpus bark extractA tree bark extract that has antibacterial properties and might have an anti-oxidant effect. Its effectiveness in skin has not been studiedHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

Santalum album extractUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.5%est.

Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceTraditionally 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 skinMedium~0.45–0.65%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.Medium~0.35–0.65%est.

Stearyl glycyrrhetinateA fatty acid derived from licorice. Works as an emollient and can help calm down inflammationMedium~0.3–0.6%est.

Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.Medium~0.3–0.55%est.

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Hexylene glycolHelps create a more spreadable product textureMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

ChlorphenesinA preservativeMedium~0.16–0.32%est.

Phellodendron amurense bark extractA plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effectMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinUsed to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Sodium stearoyl lactylateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.15–0.3%est.

Comedogenic

8 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

8 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Algae extractPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet3/5~1.5–1.8%est.

Corallina officinalis extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants3/5~0.5–0.75%est.

Algae extractPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet3/5~0.25–0.5%est.

Corallina officinalis extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants3/5~0.2–0.35%est.

Butyrospermum parkii butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals3/5~0.3–0.55%est.

Corallina officinalis extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants3/5~0.25–0.45%est.

Algae extractPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet3/5~0.3–0.55%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~0.3–0.55%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate~9.5–11.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent

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Sodium lauroamphoacetate~5.7–7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Cocamidopropyl betaine~4.3–5.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen

More about Cocamidopropyl betaine

Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract~2.2–2.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Pepper extract. Might help neutralize free radicals in skin

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Sea water~1.8–2.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water

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Cucurbita pepo seed extract~1.5–1.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Algae extract~1.5–1.8%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

More about Algae extract

Artemisia vulgaris extract~1.1–1.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating

More about Artemisia vulgaris extract

Bisabolol~0.7–1.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-oxidation

An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties

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Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.6–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

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 glycyrrhizate

Corallina officinalis extract~0.5–0.75%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants

More about Corallina officinalis extract

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.45–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryReduces rednessReduces irritationAnti-blemishAnti-aging

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 juice

Panthenyl triacetate~0.4–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A stable oil-soluble derivative of vitamin B5. It can help support skin barrier and reduce inflammation in skin

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Ergothioneine~0.35–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Preliminary studies show that it can be more effective than coenzyme Q10 but studies on effective concentration for topical applications are lacking

More about Ergothioneine

Tocopheryl acetate~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.

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Stearyl glycyrrhetinate~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingEvens skin toneReduces rednessAnti-inflammatory

A fatty acid derived from licorice. Works as an emollient and can help calm down inflammation

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Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-oxidation

Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.

More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate

Retinyl palmitate~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-blemishExfoliation

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect

More about Retinyl palmitate

Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Hexylene glycol~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

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Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Water~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Butylene glycol~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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 glycol

Glycerin~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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

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Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil

Algae extract~0.25–0.5%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

More about Algae extract

Artemisia vulgaris extract~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating

More about Artemisia vulgaris extract

Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Pepper extract. Might help neutralize free radicals in skin

More about Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract

Sea water~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water

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Cucurbita pepo seed extract~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Cucurbita pepo seed extract

Allantoin~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-blemishExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Bisabolol~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

More about Bisabolol

Corallina officinalis extract~0.2–0.35%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants

More about Corallina officinalis extract

Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

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 glycyrrhizate

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterialReduces rednessReduces irritationAnti-blemishAnti-aging

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 juice

Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating

More about Chamomilla recutita flower extract

Ginkgo biloba leaf extract~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-blemishAntibacterialAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating

More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extract

Vitis vinifera seed extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterial

A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation

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Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.25–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-agingMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-blemish

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

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Retinyl palmitate~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Evens skin toneAnti-blemishAnti-agingExfoliation

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Disodium edta~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

More about Disodium edta

Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

More about Caprylyl glycol

Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

More about Ethylhexylglycerin

Hexylene glycol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

More about Hexylene glycol

Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

More about Chlorphenesin

Water~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

More about Water

Cetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%

Comedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

More about Cetearyl alcohol

Isopentyldiol~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps dissolve other ingredients in a formulation

More about Isopentyldiol

Glyceryl stearate~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

More about Glyceryl stearate

Hordeum distichon extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Hordeum distichon extract

Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.3–0.55%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

More about Butyrospermum parkii butter

Propanediol~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Sea water~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water

More about Sea water

Glycerin~0.3–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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

More about Glycerin

Cyclopentasiloxane~0.3–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MattifyingMoisturizing

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

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Ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer

Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Pepper extract. Might help neutralize free radicals in skin

More about Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract

Anogeissus leiocarpus bark extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-oxidation

A tree bark extract that has antibacterial properties and might have an anti-oxidant effect. Its effectiveness in skin has not been studied

More about Anogeissus leiocarpus bark extract

Cucurbita pepo seed extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Cucurbita pepo seed extract

Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-38

Not recognized

Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract

Corallina officinalis extract~0.25–0.45%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants

More about Corallina officinalis extract

Bisabolol~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-oxidation

More about Bisabolol

Algae extract~0.3–0.55%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

More about Algae extract

Artemisia vulgaris extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating

More about Artemisia vulgaris extract

Phellodendron amurense bark extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect

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Santalum album extract~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Santalum album extract

Mangifera indica seed butter~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect

More about Mangifera indica seed butter

Stearyl glycyrrhetinate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Evens skin toneMoisturizingReduces rednessAnti-inflammatory

A fatty acid derived from licorice. Works as an emollient and can help calm down inflammation

More about Stearyl glycyrrhetinate

Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

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 glycyrrhizate

Ergothioneine~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Preliminary studies show that it can be more effective than coenzyme Q10 but studies on effective concentration for topical applications are lacking

More about Ergothioneine

Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationEvens skin toneAnti-aging

More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate

Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

More about Tocopheryl acetate

Glycine soja sterols~0.3–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

More about Glycine soja sterols

Linoleic acid~0.4–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizingAnti-blemish

An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores

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Panthenyl triacetate~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A stable oil-soluble derivative of vitamin B5. It can help support skin barrier and reduce inflammation in skin

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Retinyl palmitate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-blemishExfoliation

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingReduces irritationReduces rednessAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryAnti-blemishAnti-aging

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

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Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-agingMoisturizingAnti-blemishEvens skin tone

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Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin

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Phospholipids~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product

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Xanthan gum~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Behenyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient

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Sodium stearoyl lactylate~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Phytosteryl isostearate~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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C30-45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps to create a nice silky product texture

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Hexylene glycol~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

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Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Ingredient list view

Water, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract, Sea water, Cucurbita pepo seed extract, Algae extract, Artemisia vulgaris extract, Bisabolol, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Corallina officinalis extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Panthenyl triacetate, Ergothioneine, Tocopheryl acetate, Stearyl glycyrrhetinate, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Retinyl palmitate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, Disodium edta, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Algae extract, Artemisia vulgaris extract, Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract, Sea water, Cucurbita pepo seed extract, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Corallina officinalis extract, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Retinyl palmitate, Disodium edta, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene glycol, Chlorphenesin, Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Isopentyldiol, Glyceryl stearate, Hordeum distichon extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Propanediol, Sea water, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer, Zanthoxylum bungeanum fruit extract, Anogeissus leiocarpus bark extract, Cucurbita pepo seed extract, Unknown, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Bisabolol, Algae extract, Artemisia vulgaris extract, Phellodendron amurense bark extract, Santalum album extract, Mangifera indica seed butter, Stearyl glycyrrhetinate, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Ergothioneine, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Tocopheryl acetate, Glycine soja sterols, Linoleic acid, Panthenyl triacetate, Retinyl palmitate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Phospholipids, Xanthan gum, Behenyl alcohol, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Phytosteryl isostearate, C30-45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Hexylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol

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	PMDPersonal Microderm Daily Cell Regeneration SystemYOUR PRODUCT	Paula's choiceDefense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser	SkinfixBarrier+ Foaming Oil Cleanser	CeraVeHydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser
Match	—	30%	30%	29%
Price	—	$27.58	$27.58	$11.01
Shared key ingredients	—	7 of 29	3 of 29	4 of 29
Key difference	—	Lactic Acid	Gluconolactone	Ceramide Np
Irritancy	High	Medium	Medium	Low
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Product summary

"PMD - Personal Microderm Daily Cell Regeneration System" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Moisturizing

This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging and Evens skin tone, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

this product includes a form of Retinoids (vitamin A) - retinyl palmitate 0.25% - 0.45%, retinyl palmitate 0.20% - 0.35% and retinyl palmitate 0.25% - 0.50%, but this type of vitamin A is not very effective. It could in theory help with fine lines and wrinkles, but the effect is most likely minimal.
Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-38 0.25% - 0.45%). 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 (algae extract 0.30% - 0.55%, glycerin 0.30% - 0.50%, glycerin 0.25% - 0.45%, algae extract 0.25% - 0.50% and algae extract 1.50% - 1.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.