Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Panthenol + 13 moreWorks well
“Functional ampoule with 7-layer Dualbiotic Complex effectively vitalizes skin, enhances natural moisture barrier from the inside out, with a light and refreshing finish.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": biosaccharide gum-1, fructooligosaccharides.
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: niacinamide, panthenol
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Niacinamide, Bifida ferment lysateWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: 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, Adenosine + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: adenosine.
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-blemishSide benefit · NiacinamideMay help
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains niacinamide.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Lactobacillus ferment~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentPropanediol~3.6–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolButylene glycol~2.7–4.1%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~2.1–3.2%
- 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 GlycerinGlycereth-26~1.7–2.5%
Niacinamide~1.4–2.2%
- 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 Niacinamide1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.2%
Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus out of soybean. The fermented product helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and has anti-bacterial properties. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation and could be helpful in evening out skin tone, but studies are lacking
More about Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extractBifida ferment lysate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateLactobacillus ferment lysate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A "broth" with parts of dead cells of lactobacteria. Might be helpful supporting diverse microbiome in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Lactobacillus ferment lysateLactococcus ferment lysate~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Lactococcus ferment lysateAnastatica hierochuntica extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Solanum melongena fruit extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractXylose~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sucrose~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucrosePanthenol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAdenosine~0.2–0.75%
- 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 AdenosineBiosaccharide gum-1~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Tromethamine~0.15–0.65%
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinSodium phytate~0.15–0.6%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.55%
- 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 TocopherolAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerPolyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateDiphenyl dimethicone~0.15–0.6%
Triethylhexanoin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Fructooligosaccharides~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesXanthan gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCarbomer~0.05–0.3%
- 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 CarbomerCitric acid~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.05–0.1%
- 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 citrateDisodium edta~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Lactobacillus ferment, Propanediol, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, Niacinamide, 1,2-hexanediol, Lactobacillus/soybean ferment extract, Bifida ferment lysate, Lactobacillus ferment lysate, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Anastatica hierochuntica extract, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Xylose, Sucrose, Panthenol, Adenosine, Biosaccharide gum-1, Tromethamine, Hydrogenated lecithin, Sodium phytate, Tocopherol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Diphenyl dimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fructooligosaccharides, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Disodium edta
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| Match | — | 81% | 81% | 81% |
| Price | — | $17.81 | $16.59 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Bakuchiol | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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