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What can the product work for?
Works for
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Harnessing the resurfacing properties of Fruit Acid, Glycolic Acid and Lactic Acid, the lotion reveals a more natural-looking surface.
lactic acid
4.5% -
6.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
glycolic acid
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Body AHA Intense Moisture Lotion
fructose
0.1% -
0.45%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
sodium lactate
1.4% -
2.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
caprylic/capric triglyceride
2.8% -
4.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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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Anti-aging
glycolic acid
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
lactic acid
4.5% -
6.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
prunus amygdalus dulcis oil
1.7% -
2.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
An emollient that softens the skin
Evens skin tone
lactic acid
4.5% -
6.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
glycolic acid
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
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How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Exfoliation | |
| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
87/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 1
Potential irritants
parfum
0.4% -
0.9%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
glycolic acid
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging,
Exfoliation,
Anti-blemish
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
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Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
0.9% -
1.4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
lactic acid
4.5% -
6.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Evens skin tone,
Moisturizing,
Exfoliation,
Anti-aging
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
glycolic acid
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging,
Exfoliation,
Anti-blemish
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
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Potential irritants
parfum
0.4% -
0.9%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
glycolic acid
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging,
Exfoliation,
Anti-blemish
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
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Comodogenic ingredients
cetearyl alcohol
0.9% -
1.4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
All ingredients
lactic acid
4.5% -
6.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Evens skin tone,
Moisturizing,
Exfoliation,
Anti-aging
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
citric acid
3.7% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
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Ingredient list view
Water, Lactic acid, Citric acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Sodium lactate, Dimethicone, Glyceryl stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Peg-100 stearate, Parfum, Polyacrylamide, Inulin, Phenoxyethanol, C13-14 isoparaffin, Xanthan gum, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Glycolic acid, Laureth-7, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fructose, Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Saccharum officinarum extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus limon fruit extract, Sodium hydroxide, Acer saccharum extract
Sources
- Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acid
- Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skin
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils
- Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
- Probiotics and prebiotics potential for the care of skin, female urogenital tract, and respiratory tract
- Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmetics
- Photoprotective and antiinflammatory effects of topical glycolic acid
- Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current review
- Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skin
- Lonicera caerulea and Vaccinium myrtillus fruit polyphenols protect HaCaT keratinocytes against UVB-induced phototoxic stress and DNA damage
- Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects. 2nd edition.
- Safety Assessment of Citrus Fruit-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- Photosensitivity in children: An approach to diagnosis and management