SkinCeuticals Advanced Pigment Corrector
Works for
Evens skin toneHydroxyphenoxy propionic acid, Ellagic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Brightens, while reducing post-blemish marks by 20%”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: ellagic acid, hydroxyphenoxy propionic 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Alcohol denat.Medium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cyclohexasiloxane~5.6–8.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneDimethicone~3.7–5.6%
- 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 DimethiconeGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinAlcohol denat.~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Butylene glycol~1.7–2.6%
- 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 glycolPolysilicone-11~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoatePtfe~1.1–1.6%
Methylsilanol/silicate crosspolymer~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyphenoxy propionic acid~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone
More about Hydroxyphenoxy propionic acidAmmonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateEllagic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can help prevent and treat hyperpigmentation and even out the skin tone
More about Ellagic acidPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolInulin lauryl carbamate~0.15–0.55%
Pentylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/steareth-8 methacrylate copolymer~0.15–0.55%
Dimethiconol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolCi 77891~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salicylic acid0.3%
- 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 acidChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Faex extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Yeast extract. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Faex extractSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Xanthan gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumMica~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaDisodium edta~0.05–0.25%
Ppg-5-ceteth-20~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A solvent with some emollient properties
More about Ppg-5-ceteth-20Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Butylene glycol, Polysilicone-11, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Ptfe, Methylsilanol/silicate crosspolymer, Hydroxyphenoxy propionic acid, Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Ellagic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Inulin lauryl carbamate, Pentylene glycol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/steareth-8 methacrylate copolymer, Dimethiconol, Ci 77891, Salicylic acid, Chlorphenesin, Faex extract, Sodium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Mica, Disodium edta, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Citric acid
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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.
| SkinCeuticalsAdvanced Pigment CorrectorYOUR PRODUCT | Emma STreatment Niacinamide Formula | TulaAcne Clearing + Tone Correcting Gel | La Roche-PosayPure Vitamin C Face Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 92% | 86% | 83% |
| Price | $92.00 | — | — | $44.99−$47.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Azelaic Acid | Vitamin C |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"SkinCeuticals - Advanced Pigment Corrector" is effective for: Evens skin tone
Price
The product retails from 92.00$ up to 140.25$ in the United States and for 89.99£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 5Safety Assessment of Fluoropolymers as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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