Works for
MoisturizingOligopeptide-1, Glycerin + 7 moreWorks well
“moisturizes your skin firmly while protecting against aging by ray of the sun, including UV rays.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, 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: oligopeptide-1
Anti-agingOligopeptide-1May help
“moisturizes your skin firmly while protecting against aging by ray of the sun, including UV rays.”
This product contains oligopeptide-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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.7–8.5%
- 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~3.7–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPlatinum~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Soluble collagen~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 Soluble collagenOligopeptide-1~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Oligopeptide-1Potassium phosphate~1.2–1.8%
Placental extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe vera leaf extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cucumis sativus extract~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Triticum vulgare seed extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Betaine~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineGlycyrrhizic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumRosa damascena flower water~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower water1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.45%
Citric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPeg-6~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-6Peg-32~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-32Mannitol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolPolysorbate 80~0.05–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Platinum, Soluble collagen, Unknown, Oligopeptide-1, Potassium phosphate, Unknown, Placental extract, Aloe vera leaf extract, Cucumis sativus extract, Unknown, Triticum vulgare seed extract, Betaine, Glycyrrhizic acid, Xanthan gum, Rosa damascena flower water, 1,2-hexanediol, Citric acid, Peg-6, Peg-32, Mannitol, Polysorbate 80, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| Skin Care IsmBright EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | herbery earthFresh Honey Skin Essence D | Secret KeySnail Repairing Essence | numbuzinNo.9 NAD Bio Lifting-sil Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 47% | 40% |
| Price | $59.70 | $16.10−$43.60 | $10.85−$48.85 | $19.52−$40.18 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide 1 | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Skin Care Ism - Bright Essence" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (oligopeptide-1 1.40% - 2.10%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Humectants (mannitol 0.05% - 0.20%, betaine 0.35% - 0.85%, soluble collagen 1.70% - 2.50% and glycerin 3.70% - 5.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 59.70$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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