Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Isododecane + 10 moreWorks
“softer, smoother-looking skin”
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:
glycerin, rice amino acids.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, squalane.
Anti-agingGluconolactone ~0.15–0.6%, below the ~1% it needsUnder-dosed
“Collagen Boosting Serum”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.3–6.5%
- 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 GlycerinIsododecane~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHydrogenated polydecene~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneXanthan gum~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumVinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that create a smooth product finish and can create an optical soft-focus effect on the skin. Helps to thicken the product consistency
More about Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymerOlea europaea callus culture lysate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.85–1.25%
- 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 copolymerSqualane~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneTocopheryl acetate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePropanediol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHydrolyzed soy protein~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.75%
Disodium edta~0.3–0.75%
Rice amino acids~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Rice amino acidsPolysorbate 60~0.2–0.8%
Tremella fuciformis extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis extractGluconolactone~0.15–0.6%
- 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 GluconolactonePullulan~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Proline~0.15–0.5%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateCitric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCellulose gum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumBenzoic acid~0.1–0.35%
Hydrolyzed adansonia digitata seed extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbic acid~0.05–0.25%
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.05–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolCalcium gluconate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Isododecane, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated polydecene, Xanthan gum, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Olea europaea callus culture lysate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Squalane, Tocopheryl acetate, Propanediol, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Rice amino acids, Polysorbate 60, Tremella fuciformis extract, Gluconolactone, Pullulan, Sodium benzoate, Proline, Sorbitan isostearate, Citric acid, Cellulose gum, Benzoic acid, Hydrolyzed adansonia digitata seed extract, Sorbic acid, Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum, Tocopherol, Calcium gluconate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| RevolutionCollagen Boosting SerumYOUR PRODUCT | cocokindceramide barrier serum | InstaNaturalFirming DMAE Collagen Serum | No7Laboratories Dark Spot Correcting Booster Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 52% | 52% |
| Price | $107.40 | $10.00−$97.40 | — | $41.99−$65.41 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 5 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Caprooyl Phytosphingosine | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Medium | High | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Revolution - Collagen Boosting Serum" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (rice amino acids 0.20% - 0.80% and glycerin 4.30% - 6.50%). 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 18 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 3Extracts from Glycine max (soybean) induce elastin synthesis and inhibit elastase activityonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5Safety Assessment of Soy Peptides as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 6
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