skinChemists Professional Retinol Intelligent Repair Stimulating Facial Serum
Works for
Anti-agingRetinol, TocopherolWorks well
“Our Retinol Intelligent Repair Stimulating Facial Serum is a powerful formula that smooths fine lines, firms the skin, and combats signs of ageing.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol.
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, TocopherolWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (retinol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, AllantoinWorks well
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: retinol.
Evens skin toneSide benefit the brand mentions · RetinolWorks well
“Vitamin E helps to protect overall skin integrity by reducing the development of fine lines, spots, and wrinkles and is a great antioxidant.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
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.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, AllantoinWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone + 6 moreWorks
“Glycerin, naturally derived, is a great humectant that provides moisturising qualities to the skin.”
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:
allantoin, sodium hyaluronate.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Retinol, Parfum + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Cyclodextrin~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of sugar that is used to support delivery of active ingredients and can enhance their penetration into the skin without disrupting the skin's barrier
More about CyclodextrinC13-14 isoparaffin~6.1–9.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinCyclopentasiloxane~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxanePolysilicone-11~3.6–5.3%
- 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-11Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholDimethicone~1.7–2.5%
- 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 DimethiconeAllantoin~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideLaureth-7~0.55–1.25%
Retinol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolSodium hyaluronate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateDisodium edta~0.4–0.9%
Silica~0.55–1.3%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.75%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.15–0.55%
Parfum~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTocopherol~0.15–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolBenzyl salicylate~0.1–0.3%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.3%
Limonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Citronellol~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Cyclodextrin, C13-14 isoparaffin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polysilicone-11, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Allantoin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Laureth-7, Retinol, Sodium hyaluronate, Disodium edta, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dehydroacetic acid, Parfum, Tocopherol, Benzyl salicylate, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol
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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.
| skinChemists ProfessionalRetinol Intelligent Repair Stimulating Facial SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Kate SomervilleQuench Hydrating Face Serum | Exuviance Professional0.3% Retinol Serum | PCA SKINIntensive Age Refining Treatment 0.5 Percent Pure Retinol Night | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 92% | 91% | 90% |
| Price | — | $26.82 | $41.82 | $120.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 5 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Cyclomethicone | Salicylic Acid | Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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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- 2Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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