Works for
Anti-agingRetinol, Adenosine + 4 moreWorks well
“PUCA PURE & CARE Retinol Serum 30 ml Against Wrinkles and Sun Damage on the Face Vitamin A, Oligopeptides and Plant Extracts Act Astringent and Firming for All Skin Types Amazon.de Beauty”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol, adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: oligopeptide-1, oligopeptide-5.
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-oxidationSide benefit · Retinol, Portulaca oleracea extract + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (retinol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
ExfoliationSide benefit · RetinolWorks 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: retinol.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Oligopeptide-1, Oligopeptide-5 + 12 moreWorks well
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, hyaluronic acid.
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: oligopeptide-1, oligopeptide-5
Evens skin toneSide benefit · RetinolWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
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 · Retinol, Beta-glucanWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Mentha arvensis leaf extract, RetinolMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.2–7.6%
- 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 glycolPropylene glycol~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCorn gluten amino acids~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg/ppg-17/6 copolymer~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium polyglutamate~1.8–2.2%
Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinHydrogenated castor oil laurate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~1.1–1.4%
- 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 GlycerinHexylene glycol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMentha arvensis leaf extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha arvensis leaf extractChrysanthemum indicum flower extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sophora angustifolia root extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.45–0.7%
- 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 extractXanthan gum~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPelargonium graveolens extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Portulaca oleracea extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractAdenosine~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineRetinol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolYeast ferment extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silk extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Collagen~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products
More about CollagenHyaluronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidOligopeptide-1~0.2–0.4%
- 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 Oligopeptide-1Propanediol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPotassium sorbate~0.2–0.4%
Beta-glucan~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanAvena sativa kernel extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extract1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.25%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.25%
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.2%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.1–0.15%
Oligopeptide-2~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oligopeptide-5~0.05–0.1%
- 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 Oligopeptide-5Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Propylene glycol, Corn gluten amino acids, Unknown, Peg/ppg-17/6 copolymer, Sodium polyglutamate, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Unknown, Hydrogenated castor oil laurate, Glycerin, Hexylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Mentha arvensis leaf extract, Chrysanthemum indicum flower extract, Sophora angustifolia root extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Xanthan gum, Pelargonium graveolens extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Adenosine, Retinol, Yeast ferment extract, Silk extract, Collagen, Hyaluronic acid, Oligopeptide-1, Propanediol, Potassium sorbate, Beta-glucan, Avena sativa kernel extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Hydroxyacetophenone, Oligopeptide-2, Oligopeptide-5
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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.
| Puca Pure&CareRetinol SerumYOUR PRODUCT | innisfreeGentle Retinol Salicylic Acne Serum | GoodalBlack Carrot Vita-A Retinol Ampoule Firming Pore Tightening | ilsoER Firming Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 77% | 76% | 76% |
| Price | — | $34.00 | $26.94 | $24.13 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Puca Pure&Care - Retinol Serum" is effective for: Anti-blemish, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone and Exfoliation
Ingredient callouts
- this product contains an effective form of Retinoids (vitamin A): retinol 0.25% - 0.45%. Retinoids are potent multitasking actives. They work to improve and prevent early signs of aging, reduce hyperpigmentation (age spots and post-acne marks), and prevent inflamed blemishes and clogged pores. The downside of Retinoids is that they can be irritating. If you are not already using a Retinoid in your routine, it is best to start slowly and apply the Retinoid product only a few times per week. If your skin tolerates it well, you can gradually increase the frequency to daily.
- Peptides (oligopeptide-5 0.05% - 0.10% and oligopeptide-1 0.20% - 0.40%). 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.
- Adenosine 0.25% - 0.50%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 1.10% - 1.30%, hyaluronic acid 0.20% - 0.40% and glycerin 0.95% - 1.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5Portulaca oleracea (purslane)mdedge.com
- 6
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