Name: Skinfood - Black Cherry Retinol Daily Cream
Brand: Skinfood

What can the product work for?

Works for

Anti-blemish
Anti-aging
Evens skin tone
Moisturizing
Exfoliation
Anti-oxidation

Anti-blemish

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: hydroxypinacolone retinoate, niacinamide, retinol. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

In addition, this product contains bakuchiol. It can help in reducing blemishes, even though it is less effective.

retinol 0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

hydroxypinacolone retinoate 0.01% - 0.1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.

bakuchiol 0.1% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

Anti-aging

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol, adenosine, bakuchiol, niacinamide.

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.

adenosine 0.15% - 0.55%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)

bakuchiol 0.1% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

hydroxypinacolone retinoate 0.01% - 0.1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.

Evens skin tone

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Infused with Glutathione to help brighten dull skin and fade dark spots.

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This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol.

In addition, this product contains bakuchiol, glutathione, niacinamide. This ingredient (ingredients) might help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the effect, if any, is likely to be small.

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.

bakuchiol 0.1% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

retinol 0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

niacinamide 1.1% - 1.6%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Black Cherry Retinol Daily Cream

Source: From product name

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, butylene glycol.

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, glycine soja oil.

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

glutathione 0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin

caprylic/capric triglyceride 2.2% - 3.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

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

triethylhexanoin 0.4% - 0.95%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

Exfoliation

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.

retinol 0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

hydroxypinacolone retinoate 0.01% - 0.1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (bakuchiol, glutathione, 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).

retinol 0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

glutathione 0.1% - 0.35%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin

bakuchiol 0.1% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

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Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 2

Potential irritants

hydroxypinacolone retinoate 0.01% - 0.1%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish, Exfoliation

A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.

eucalyptus globulus leaf oil 0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Antibacterial

An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 0.6% - 1.4%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

glycine soja oil 0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Moisturizing

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

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niacinamide 1.1% - 1.6%

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Works for: Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Reduces irritation, Reduces redness, Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory

Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production

retinol 0.05% - 0.25%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Evens skin tone, Anti-oxidation, Mattifying, Exfoliation, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish

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

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hydroxypinacolone retinoate 0.01% - 0.1%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish, Exfoliation

A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.

eucalyptus globulus leaf oil 0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Antibacterial

An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties

Comodogenic ingredients

cetearyl alcohol 0.6% - 1.4%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

glycine soja oil 0.1% - 0.4%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Moisturizing

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

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water 40% - 60%

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Plain old water

glycerin 4.1% - 6.2%

Irritation risk:

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

butylene glycol 3.5% - 5.2%

Irritation risk:

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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Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-6 stearate, 1,2-hexanediol, Niacinamide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetearyl alcohol, Triethylhexanoin, Synthetic beeswax, Glyceryl stearate, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Dimethyl isosorbide, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Polyglyceryl-6 behenate, Prunus serotina fruit extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxypinacolone retinoate, Adenosine, Benzotriazolyl dodecyl p-cresol, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Bakuchiol, Glycine soja oil, Glutathione, Retinol, Sodium guaiazulene sulfonate, Disodium edta

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Key ingredients	hydroxypinacolone retinoate niacinamide +9 more	Common: niacinamide retinol +6 more Other: madecassoside retinal +13 more	Common: niacinamide retinol +6 more Other: madecassoside retinal +13 more	Common: niacinamide retinol +5 more Other: hexapeptide-2 ceramide np +10 more	Common: niacinamide retinol +4 more Other: acetyl tetrapeptide-15 copper tripeptide-1 +9 more	Common: niacinamide caprylic/capric triglyceride +1 more Other: acetyl hexapeptide-8 fructose +6 more	Common: hydroxypinacolone retinoate retinol +3 more Other: helianthus annuus seed oil hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid +7 more	Common: retinol niacinamide +4 more Other: acetyl hexapeptide-8 ceramide np +24 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +3 more Other: retinal 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid +5 more	Common: niacinamide adenosine +3 more Other: oligopeptide-32 copper tripeptide-1 +9 more	Common: niacinamide bakuchiol +3 more Other: madecassoside sodium hyaluronate +1 more	Common: niacinamide bakuchiol +2 more Other: madecassoside panthenol +24 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM
Potential Irritants	retinol Has skin benefit? calendula officinalis flower extract Has skin benefit? +13 more	myristyl alcohol Has skin benefit? retinol Has skin benefit? +21 more	myristyl alcohol Has skin benefit? retinol Has skin benefit? +21 more	alpha-isomethyl ionone Has skin benefit? geraniol Has skin benefit? +23 more	citrus nobilis peel extract Has skin benefit? retinol Has skin benefit? +22 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? aesculus hippocastanum extract Has skin benefit? +7 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract Has skin benefit? +13 more	retinol Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +16 more	3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? paeonia suffruticosa root extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	curcuma longa root extract Has skin benefit? rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil Has skin benefit? +15 more	panax ginseng root extract Has skin benefit? zanthoxylum piperitum fruit extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	melia azadirachta leaf extract Has skin benefit? rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil Has skin benefit? +24 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +29 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +63 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +63 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +61 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +65 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? dimethicone Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +72 more	water Has skin benefit? cetyl ethylhexanoate Has skin benefit? +47 more	morinda citrifolia fruit extract Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +40 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +73 more

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Skinfood Black Cherry Retinol Daily Cream

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Anti-blemish

Anti-aging

Evens skin tone

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Moisturizing

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Exfoliation

Anti-oxidation

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