Works for
MoisturizingCopper tripeptide-1, Glycerin + 11 moreWorks well
“Hydration+ Serum Stick”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": fructooligosaccharides, glycerin.
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: copper tripeptide-1
Anti-agingCopper tripeptide-1, Copper gluconate + 1 moreMay help
“Inspired by wrinkle fillers, this cooling serum stick combines concentrated hyaluronic acid, pro-collagen* and blue peptides to deeply hydrate in seconds for visibly younger-looking skin. 0.7 Oz / 20 m L”
This product contains copper tripeptide-1. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
ExfoliationCopper gluconate, Lactic acidNot delivered
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Evens skin toneCopper gluconate, Lactic acidNot delivered
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-blemishCopper gluconateNot delivered
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy14 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.3–7.7%
- 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 glycolPropanediol~4.2–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- 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 GlycerinSodium stearate~2.9–3.5%
Ppg-24-glycereth-24~1.6–1.9%
Peg-12 dimethicone~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Peg-12 dimethiconeBis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silanePeg-8~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Sodium hyaluronate~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCopper tripeptide-1~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1Sh-polypeptide-121~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta vulgaris root extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some antioxidant properties, but mostly used in cosmetics for its color
More about Beta vulgaris root extractSpirodela polyrhiza extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactic acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- 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)
More about Lactic acidSaccharide isomerate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateCopper gluconate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateFructooligosaccharides~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesPotassium lactate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~0.45–0.65%
Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A sugar-derived compound that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to stimulate synthesis of skin's own moisturizing factors, but solid research is lacking. It could be irritating
More about Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriolSodium citrate~0.2–0.4%
- 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 citrateTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateSilica dimethyl silylate~0.25–0.45%
Pentylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Phenethyl alcohol~0.15–0.25%
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.2%
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.05–0.1%
Citric acid~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Sodium stearate, Ppg-24-glycereth-24, Peg-12 dimethicone, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Peg-8, Sodium hyaluronate, Copper tripeptide-1, Sh-polypeptide-121, Beta vulgaris root extract, Spirodela polyrhiza extract, Lactic acid, Saccharide isomerate, Copper gluconate, Fructooligosaccharides, Potassium lactate, Silica, Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol, Sodium citrate, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Silica dimethyl silylate, Pentylene glycol, Potassium sorbate, Phenethyl alcohol, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Citric acid
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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.
| RoC SkincareHydration+ Serum StickYOUR PRODUCT | NINE LESSMolecule-Clear Lactic Acid Serum | CliniqueMoisture Surge™ Active Glow Serum | MizonPeptide 500 Ampoule | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 44% | 44% |
| Price | — | $14.72 | $46.21 | $23.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Hexapeptide-9 | Dimethicone | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | Low | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Maelove Super Smooth Resurfacing SerumSKIN 1004. Poremizing Fresh Ampoule
Product summary
"RoC Skincare - Hydration+ Serum Stick" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (copper tripeptide-1 0.65% - 0.95%). 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 (fructooligosaccharides 0.30% - 0.60%, saccharide isomerate 0.40% - 0.60%, sodium hyaluronate 0.90% - 1.15% and glycerin 3.10% - 3.80%). 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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