Works for
MoisturizingOligopeptide-1, Glycerin + 8 moreWorks well
“Skin Care Ism Poreless Essence is moisturizing serum which approaches rough ( uneven ) skin.”
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-agingSide benefit · Oligopeptide-1, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateMay help
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?
Irritancy7 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~5.7–8.6%
- 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
Oligopeptide-1~1.7–2.5%
- 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-1Soluble collagen~1.4–2%
- 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 collagenMagnesium ascorbyl phosphate~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateAloe barbadensis extract~0.9–1.4%
- 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 extractChlorella vulgaris extract~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractAvena sativa bran extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Rosa damascena flower water~0.35–0.8%
- 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 waterXanthan gum~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBetaine~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizate1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.3%
Polysorbate 80~0.05–0.3%
Mannitol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MannitolPhenoxyethanol~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, Oligopeptide-1, Soluble collagen, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Unknown, Aloe barbadensis extract, Unknown, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Unknown, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Avena sativa bran extract, Rosa damascena flower water, Xanthan gum, Betaine, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, 1,2-hexanediol, Polysorbate 80, Mannitol, 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 IsmPoreless EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | herbery earthFresh Honey Skin Essence D | Secret KeySnail Repairing Essence | numbuzinNo.9 NAD Bio Lifting-sil Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 47% | 45% |
| Price | — | $18.50 | $10.57 | $19.06 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Alpha-Arbutin | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 | Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Skin Care Ism - Poreless Essence" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (oligopeptide-1 1.70% - 2.50%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (mannitol 0.05% - 0.15%, betaine 0.15% - 0.65%, soluble collagen 1.40% - 2.00% and glycerin 3.70% - 5.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 59.70$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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