SCINIC

SCINIC Collagen Ampoule Stick

Name: SCINIC - Collagen Ampoule Stick
Brand: SCINIC

Efficacy87/100IrritancyMedium

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Works for

Moisturizing

Panthenol, Helianthus annuus seed oil + 21 more

Works well

What the product description says

“This anti-aging ampoule stick is infused with hydrolyzed collagen and fermented vegan oils to moisturize and plump up skin, while minimizing the appearance of fine lines.”

Source: Yesstyle

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: hydrolyzed collagen, butylene glycol.

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: butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.3–0.75%

Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~22–33%

Butyrospermum parkii butterKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~4.7–7.1%

Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~1.4–2.1%

Diisostearyl malateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin~1.1–1.6%

Olea europaea fruit oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation~0.55–1.25%

Hydrolyzed collagenKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: HighA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~0.45–1.1%

Vitis vinifera seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties~0.4–0.95%

Oenothera biennis oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function~0.4–0.95%

Lupinus albus seed extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.9%

Echium plantagineum seed oilKey activeEffect: HighA plant oil that because of its high content of alpha-linolenic acid help support skin barrier function and moisturize the skin~0.35–0.8%

Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiablesKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.35–0.85%

Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearateEffect: LowHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~4–6%

Octyldodecanol· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation~2.8–4.2%

Moringa oleifera seed oil· EmollientEffect: LowA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid~0.4–0.9%

Hydrogenated polyisobutene· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.9%

Monascus extract· HumectantEffect: LowA yeast extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.85%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.15–0.55%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.5–1.2%

Argania spinosa kernel oilUnder-dosedAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~0.5–1.2%

Camellia sinensis seed oilUnder-dosedA plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.5–1.2%

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilUnder-dosedSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.~0.5–1.15%

Macadamia integrifolia seed oilUnder-dosedA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.5–1.15%

Anti-aging

Astaxanthin, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 2 more

May help

What the product description says

“This anti-aging ampoule stick is infused with hydrolyzed collagen and fermented vegan oils to moisturize and plump up skin, while minimizing the appearance of fine lines.”

Source: Yesstyle

This product contains astaxanthin. 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.

AstaxanthinKey activeEffect: MediumHelps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to calm down inflammation~0.1–0.45%

Butyrospermum parkii butterEffect: LowA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals~4.7–7.1%

Camellia sinensis seed oilEffect: Low, below effective doseA plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.5–1.2%

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · Astaxanthin, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 9 more

Works well

This product contains antioxidants (astaxanthin) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

AstaxanthinKey activeEffect: HighHelps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to calm down inflammation~0.1–0.45%

Tocopheryl acetateEffect: LowA 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.~1–1.6%

Oenothera biennis oilEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function~0.4–0.95%

Vitis vinifera seed oilEffect: LowA great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties~0.4–0.95%

Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties but evidence is missing~0.3–0.75%

Anemarrhena asphodeloides root extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties~0.1–0.4%

BisabololEffect: Low, below effective doseAn active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties~0.6–1.35%

Argania spinosa kernel oilEffect: Low, below effective doseAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~0.5–1.2%

TocopherolUnder-dosedPure 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~0.5–1.2%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

16 flagged ingredients

Medium risk

We flagged 16 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extractA plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties but evidence is missingHigh~0.3–0.75%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~1–1.6%est.

Diisostearyl malateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~1.1–1.6%est.

Olea europaea fruit oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammationMedium~0.55–1.25%est.

Argania spinosa kernel oilAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant propertiesMedium~0.5–1.2%est.

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.Medium~0.5–1.15%est.

Dehydroacetic acidA preservativeMedium~0.3–0.6%est.

Lupinus albus seed extractA plant extract that helps soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.4–0.9%est.

Oenothera biennis oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier functionMedium~0.4–0.95%est.

Echium plantagineum seed oilA plant oil that because of its high content of alpha-linolenic acid help support skin barrier function and moisturize the skinMedium~0.35–0.8%est.

Vitis vinifera seed oilA great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant propertiesMedium~0.4–0.95%est.

Moringa oleifera seed oilA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acidMedium~0.4–0.9%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.35%est.

AstaxanthinHelps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to calm down inflammationMedium~0.1–0.45%est.

HydroxyacetophenoneUsed to increase effectiveness of preservativesMedium~0.1–0.3%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.25%est.

Comedogenic

1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

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These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Butyrospermum parkii butterA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals3/5~4.7–7.1%est.

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Ingredients

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~22–33%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate~4–6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~4.7–7.1%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

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Polyethylene~3.8–5.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to thicken the product's texture

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Octyldodecanol~2.8–4.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation

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Euphorbia cerifera wax~2.6–3.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Microcrystalline wax~1.7–2.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed~1.4–2.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Tocopheryl acetate~1–1.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

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 acetate

Diisostearyl malate~1.1–1.6%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Diisostearyl malate

Bisabolol~0.6–1.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-oxidation

An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties

More about Bisabolol

Tocopherol~0.5–1.2%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingMoisturizing

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 Tocopherol

Olea europaea fruit oil~0.55–1.25%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation

More about Olea europaea fruit oil

Camellia sinensis seed oil~0.5–1.2%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

More about Camellia sinensis seed oil

Camellia japonica seed oil~0.5–1.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect

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Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.5–1.2%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties

More about Argania spinosa kernel oil

Macadamia integrifolia seed oil~0.5–1.15%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Macadamia integrifolia seed oil

Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.5–1.15%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.

More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oil

Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Lupinus albus seed extract~0.4–0.9%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A plant extract that helps soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Lupinus albus seed extract

Monascus extract~0.35–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A yeast extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Oenothera biennis oil~0.4–0.95%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-blemishAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function

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Echium plantagineum seed oil~0.35–0.8%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A plant oil that because of its high content of alpha-linolenic acid help support skin barrier function and moisturize the skin

More about Echium plantagineum seed oil

Vitis vinifera seed oil~0.4–0.95%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties

More about Vitis vinifera seed oil

Hydrolyzed collagen~0.45–1.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

More about Hydrolyzed collagen

Hydrogenated polyisobutene~0.4–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Hydrogenated polyisobutene

Moringa oleifera seed oil~0.4–0.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid

More about Moringa oleifera seed oil

Panthenol~0.3–0.75%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

More about Panthenol

Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties but evidence is missing

More about Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract

Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables~0.35–0.85%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

More about Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables

Water~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

More about Water

Butylene glycol~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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 glycol

1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

More about 1,2-hexanediol

Astaxanthin~0.1–0.45%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

Helps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to calm down inflammation

More about Astaxanthin

Anemarrhena asphodeloides root extract~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties

More about Anemarrhena asphodeloides root extract

Hydroxyacetophenone~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives

More about Hydroxyacetophenone

Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

More about Ethylhexylglycerin

Hydrolyzed collagen extract~0.05–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

More about Hydrolyzed collagen extract

Ingredient list view

Helianthus annuus seed oil, Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Polyethylene, Octyldodecanol, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Microcrystalline wax, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Tocopheryl acetate, Diisostearyl malate, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Olea europaea fruit oil, Camellia sinensis seed oil, Camellia japonica seed oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Macadamia integrifolia seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Dehydroacetic acid, Lupinus albus seed extract, Monascus extract, Oenothera biennis oil, Echium plantagineum seed oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Hydrolyzed collagen, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Panthenol, Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables, Water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Astaxanthin, Anemarrhena asphodeloides root extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed collagen extract

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Product summary

"SCINIC - Collagen Ampoule 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

Humectants (panthenol 0.30% - 0.75% and hydrolyzed collagen 0.45% - 1.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.