
“The 5% Vitamin C (BVOSC - Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate) is a stable oil soluble form of Vitamin C which offers UV protection, assists with skin lightening and improves collagen synthesis.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: madecassoside.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
“This robust creamy Vitamin C is hydrating and gentle.”
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:
glycerin, isomalt.
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: madecassoside
“Lipochroman® is a stable antioxidant inhibiting melanogenesis to reduce pigmentation.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: ellagic acid, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: madecassoside.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
This product contains antioxidants (camellia oleifera leaf extract, dimethylmethoxy chromanol, madecassoside, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - camellia sinensis leaf extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
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Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateOne 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 GlycerinUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolA 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
More about DimethiconeHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Lauryl laurateAn 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.
More about SqualaneA preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about IsomaltActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolUsed to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateA plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterProduces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholCan help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Dimethylmethoxy chromanolUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilAn essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilA plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilAn antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateCan help neutralize free radicals in skin. Preliminary studies show that it can be more effective than coenzyme Q10 but studies on effective concentration for topical applications are lacking
More about ErgothioneineCan help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can help prevent and treat hyperpigmentation and even out the skin tone
More about Ellagic acidThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidMight be helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to have other skin benefits but any evidence is lacking. Can be irritating
More about PhytolWater, Unknown, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Glycerin, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Caprylyl glycol, Dimethicone, Lauryl laurate, Polysorbate 20, Squalane, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Isomalt, Propanediol, Sodium polyacrylate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Citrus aurantium dulcis callus culture extract, Hamamelis virginiana water, Alcohol denat., Xanthan gum, Sodium gluconate, Sodium hyaluronate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Sodium polygamma-glutamate, Alcohol, Dimethylmethoxy chromanol, Citrus limon peel oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Aspalathus linearis extract, Madecassoside, Saccharide isomerate, Ergothioneine, Ellagic acid, Ascorbic acid, Phytol
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| Skin ScriptCitrus-C Nourishing CreamYOUR PRODUCT | innisfreeIntensive Hydrating Cream with Green Tea Seed | SCINICPinktamin Tone-Up Cream | Colleen Rothschild BeautyVitamin C Nourishing Cream | |
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| Match | — | 48% | 48% | 48% |
| Price | — | $18.00 | $17.70 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 13 | 6 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Niacinamide | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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