SkinCeuticals Glycolic 10 Overnight Treatment
Works for
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Salicylic acidStrong evidence
“Delivering a true 10% glycolic acid value to skin which exfoliates to promote skin clarity and brightness.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Evens skin toneGlycolic acid, Salicylic acidStrong evidence
“Improves the appearance of skin texture and tone”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid
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.
MoisturizingPolyglycerin-3, Dimethicone + 9 moreGood evidence
“Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight features a synergistic combination of 10% glycolic free acid value, 2% Phytic acid to promote skin clarity and brightness and a triple action-soothing complex of botanicals and oils to help support the skin barrier.”
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, polyglycerin-3.
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, helianthus annuus seed cera.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Glycolic acid, TocopherolStrong evidence
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycolic acid~5.6–8.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidDicaprylyl carbonate~3.8–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateDimethicone~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconeSodium hydroxide~2.1–3.1%
Butylene glycol~1.7–2.5%
- 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 glycolPropanediol~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~1.3–2%
- 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 GlycerinPhytic acid~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidCetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeAluminum starch octenylsuccinate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Aluminum starch octenylsuccinateNylon-12~0.5–1.2%
Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 isostearateMagnesium sulfate~0.4–0.9%
Jojoba esters~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHelianthus annuus seed cera~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus seed ceraCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDisodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Salicylic acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidAcacia decurrens flower cera~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Mimosa flower fax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It adds a nice smell, but could be irritating
More about Acacia decurrens flower ceraPolyglycerin-3~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3Tocopherol~0.05–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Dimethicone, Sodium hydroxide, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Phytic acid, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, Nylon-12, Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, Magnesium sulfate, Jojoba esters, Phenoxyethanol, Helianthus annuus seed cera, Caprylyl glycol, Disodium edta, Salicylic acid, Acacia decurrens flower cera, Polyglycerin-3, Tocopherol
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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.
| SkinCeuticalsGlycolic 10 Overnight TreatmentYOUR PRODUCT | GlytoneAge-Defying Antioxidant Day Cream | Pevonia BotanicaPevonia Radiance Renewing Glycocides Cream | ISDINIsdinceutics Glicoisdin 8 Soft Peeling Effect Face Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 55% | 55% |
| Price | $121.29 | $92.00−$29.29 | — | $31.38−$89.91 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol | Hyaluronic Acid | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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