Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Panthenol + 6 moreWorks well
“Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate and Niacinamide supply ample moisture and brigthen dull skin to create fully hydrated, clear 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:
arginine, glycerin.
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: arginine, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, panthenol
ExfoliationBetaine salicylate, GluconolactoneWorks well
“AHA & BHA & PHA help remove dead skin cells and skin impurities to prevent pore-clogging and smoothen skin texture for refined express.”
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: betaine salicylate.
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Betaine salicylate + 1 moreWorks well
“DER. PORE Oil Control Serum PORE Oil Control Serum”
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.
In addition, this product contains betaine salicylate. It can help in reducing blemishes, even though it is less effective.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Niacinamide, GluconolactoneWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: betaine salicylate, 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-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, GluconolactoneWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf waterMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Dimethicone~6.3–9.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerButylene glycol~2.8–4.2%
- 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 glycolNiacinamide~2.1–3.2%
- 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 NiacinamideGlycerin~1.8–2.8%
- 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 GlycerinDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer1,2-hexanediol~0.55–1.3%
Polyglyceryl-10 myristate~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.85–1.3%
- 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 copolymerPanthenol~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolMelaleuca alternifolia leaf water~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Polysorbate 60~0.45–1%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.8%
Arginine~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineCarbomer~0.15–0.6%
- 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 citrate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateBetaine salicylate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Exfoliating acid, a "relative" of salicylic acid
More about Betaine salicylateCitric acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGluconolactone~0.05–0.2%
- 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 GluconolactoneHouttuynia cordata extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Dimethicone, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Butylene glycol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, 1,2-hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Panthenol, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf water, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Arginine, Carbomer, Sodium citrate, Sodium hyaluronate, Betaine salicylate, Citric acid, Gluconolactone, Houttuynia cordata extract
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| RNWDER. PORE Oil Control SerumYOUR PRODUCT | HerbnoteSnail Repair Ampoule | No7Future Renew Serum | OlayHyaluronic + Peptide 24 Face Serum, Fragrance-Free, All Skin Types | |
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| Match | — | 91% | 90% | 90% |
| Price | $21.48 | $32.45+$10.97 | $25.97+$4.49 | $29.96+$8.48 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"RNW - DER. PORE Oil Control Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing, Evens skin tone, Exfoliation, Anti-aging and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.10% - 3.20%). 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.
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 0.55% - 1.25%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.10% - 0.40%, arginine 0.15% - 0.65%, panthenol 0.55% - 1.25% and glycerin 1.80% - 2.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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