Skin Inc Supplement Bar

Skin Inc Supplement Bar Pure Serum-Infused Moisturizer

Name: Skin Inc Supplement Bar - Pure Serum-Infused Moisturizer
Brand: Skin Inc Supplement Bar

Efficacy50/100IrritancyLow

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1 of 3 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing

Ceramide 3, Algae extract + 12 more

Strong evidence

What the product description says

“Fortify your skin with the NEW Pure Serum Infused Moisturizer, our innovative, quick-absorbing hydro cream that hydrates from within and quenches skin surface upon contact, allowing actives to be released on demand.”

Source: Skin Inc

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: algae extract, betaine.

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: dimethicone, squalane.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 3

Algae extractKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: HighPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet~0.15–0.6%

BetaineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~1.3–2%

Ceramide 3Hero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin~0.1–0.4%

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish~0.4–0.95%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~3.7–5.5%

GlycosphingolipidsKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA type of lipids naturally present in skin. They can be converted to ceramides in skin~0.05–0.3%

SqualaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.~2.8–4.2%

CyclopentasiloxaneKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin~0.6–1.35%

LysolecithinEffect: LowLecithin derivative. It helps oil and water mix together and can enhance penetration of other ingredients. It helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.01–0.1%

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~5.8–8.7%

Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~2.1–3.1%

C13-14 isoparaffin· EmollientEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency~0.45–1.1%

Hydrolyzed conchiolin proteinEffect: Low~0.1–0.4%

Dipotassium glycyrrhizateUnder-dosedEffect: HighA 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~0.15–0.55%

Anti-aging

Algae extract, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate

Limited evidence

What the product description says

“This next-generation 10-in-1 formula is supercharged with a blend of skin-fortifying ingredients like Vitamin C, Squalane, Ceramides, Glycerine, Glycol, Algae Extract, Licorice and Pearl Protein, to brighten and even out skin tone, reduce signs of premature aging, soothes redness, replenish weakened barrier and nourish skin as it provides a layer of long-lasting hydration.”

Source: Skin Inc

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.

Algae extractEffect: LowPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet~0.15–0.6%

Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateEffect: Low, below effective doseA 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~0.2–0.7%

Evens skin tone

Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate

Weak evidence

What the product description says

“This next-generation 10-in-1 formula is supercharged with a blend of skin-fortifying ingredients like Vitamin C, Squalane, Ceramides, Glycerine, Glycol, Algae Extract, Licorice and Pearl Protein, to brighten and even out skin tone, reduce signs of premature aging, soothes redness, replenish weakened barrier and nourish skin as it provides a layer of long-lasting hydration.”

Source: Skin Inc

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

Dipotassium glycyrrhizateEffect: Low, below effective doseA 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~0.15–0.55%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

5 flagged ingredients

Low risk

We flag 5 ingredients with irritancy potential; the product's overall irritancy is low. The table lists each ingredient's own rating.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~2.1–3.1%est.

PolyacrylamideUsed to improve product texture and help oil and water mix togetherMedium~1.6–2.5%est.

Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateA 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 highMedium~0.2–0.7%est.

Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein—Medium~0.1–0.4%est.

Laureth-7Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.05–0.15%est.

Comedogenic

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

2 flagged

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

Algae extractPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet3/5~0.15–0.6%est.

Fucus vesiculosus extract—3/5~0.05–0.3%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Butylene glycol~5.8–8.7%

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

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Glycerin~3.7–5.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Squalane~2.8–4.2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.

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Pentylene glycol~2.1–3.1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Polyacrylamide~1.6–2.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together

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Betaine~1.3–2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Peg-20~1.2–1.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Dipropylene glycol~0.9–1.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying

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Cyclopentasiloxane~0.6–1.35%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MattifyingMoisturizing

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

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C13-14 isoparaffin~0.45–1.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency

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Dimethicone~0.4–0.95%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

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Polyglyceryl-10 myristate~0.35–0.75%

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Irritation risk: Low

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Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.2–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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.

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Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.2–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-oxidation

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 phosphate

Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.15–0.55%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryEvens skin tone

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

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Algae extract~0.15–0.6%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

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Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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Magnesium chloride~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps thicken the product formulation

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Ceramide 3~0.1–0.4%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Fucus vesiculosus extract~0.05–0.3%

Comedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

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Glycosphingolipids~0.05–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A type of lipids naturally present in skin. They can be converted to ceramides in skin

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Laureth-7~0.05–0.15%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Lysolecithin~0.01–0.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Lecithin derivative. It helps oil and water mix together and can enhance penetration of other ingredients. It helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Xanthan gum~0.01–0.05%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Ingredient list view

Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Squalane, Pentylene glycol, Polyacrylamide, Betaine, Peg-20, Dipropylene glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, C13-14 isoparaffin, Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Algae extract, Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein, Magnesium chloride, Ceramide 3, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Glycosphingolipids, Laureth-7, Lysolecithin, Xanthan gum

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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.

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	Skin Inc Supplement BarPure Serum-Infused MoisturizerYOUR PRODUCT	To-PlanOkosama Face Cream	OrbisEnriched Cream	COSRXHoney Ceramide Full Moisture Cream
Match	—	57%	55%	54%
Price	$40.00	$11.10−$28.90	$47.70+$7.70	$19.69−$20.31
Shared key ingredients	—	5 of 9	3 of 9	4 of 9
Key difference	—	Ceramide 1	Ceramide 2	Adenosine
Irritancy	Low	Low	Low	Low
Drying alcohol	—	—	—	—
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