Skin Authority Vitamin A Cell Renewal
Works for
Evens skin toneRetinyl palmitate, Hydrolyzed soy proteinMay help
“The gentle retinoid formula will help to reduce the appearance of blemishes and scars whilst smoothing skin's texture and brightening dull, discoloured patches.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: retinyl palmitate.
Anti-agingRetinyl palmitate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil + 2 moreMay help
“Retinyl palmitate cream formula reduces blemishes and the appearance of many signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and discoloration for smoother, softer, and plumper-looking skin.”
This product contains retinyl palmitate. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Retinyl palmitateMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Retinyl palmitate~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitatePrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilC12-15 alkyl benzoate~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateTocopheryl acetate~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 acetatePropylene glycol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateStearic acid~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidGlyceryl stearate se~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceBetula alba bark extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Has astringent properties. Creates a tightening and drying effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about Betula alba bark extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractSymphytum officinale extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hedera helix extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has an anti-bacterial effect
More about Hedera helix extractAlthaea officinalis root extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation
More about Althaea officinalis root extractTocopherol~0.2–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolZea mays oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Zea mays oilHydrolyzed soy protein~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinCetyl esters~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften upper layer of the skin and can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl estersPolysorbate 80~0.15–0.6%
Sorbitan oleate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateCarbomer~0.1–0.45%
- 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 CarbomerDisodium edta~0.1–0.35%
Acrylamide/ammonium acrylate copolymer~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to improve product texture
More about Acrylamide/ammonium acrylate copolymerPolyisobutene~0.1–0.35%
Polysorbate 20~0.05–0.25%
Triethanolamine~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolaminePhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylyl glycol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHexylene glycol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Retinyl palmitate, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Unknown, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Tocopheryl acetate, Propylene glycol, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Stearic acid, Glyceryl stearate se, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Betula alba bark extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Symphytum officinale extract, Hedera helix extract, Althaea officinalis root extract, Tocopherol, Zea mays oil, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Cetyl esters, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan oleate, Carbomer, Disodium edta, Acrylamide/ammonium acrylate copolymer, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Hexylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Skin AuthorityVitamin A Cell RenewalYOUR PRODUCT | Pistache SkincareHydrating Moisturizer with Vitamin E | MacroNatural Vitamin E Cream | BIOEFFECTHydrating Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 31% | 31% |
| Price | — | $38.00 | $9.66 | $87.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Allantoin | Mineral Oil | Barley Sh-Oligopeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5
- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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