Skinfood Lemongrass Niacinamide 5% Pad 250g (60 Pads)
Works for
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Galactomyces ferment filtrate + 2 moreWorks well
“regulate sebum production”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Ceramide np + 10 moreWorks well
“maintain optimal moisture levels”
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:
galactomyces ferment filtrate, glycerin.
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: ceramide np, caprylyl glycol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, niacinamide
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Galactomyces ferment filtrateWorks well
“whitening benefits”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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: galactomyces ferment filtrate.
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-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Galactomyces ferment filtrate, Beta-glucan + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (galactomyces ferment filtrate) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Galactomyces ferment filtrate + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: galactomyces ferment filtrate.
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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Cymbopogon citratus extract, Salvia officinalis oil + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.5–6.8%
- 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 GlycerinNiacinamide~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about NiacinamideButylene glycol~2.7–4%
- 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 glycolGalactomyces ferment filtrate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A yeast ferment filtrate (also known as Pitera - a trademarked name for the filtrate reserved by the SK-II brand). It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, can help neutralize antioxidants and can be helpful in evening out the skin tone. It might be somewhat helpful in preventing premature skin aging but solid evidence is lacking. A small manufacturer study also shows that, when used in high concentrations, it can help reduce sebum production and help against blocked pores
More about Galactomyces ferment filtrate1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.2%
Hydroxyacetophenone~1.4–2.2%
Ppg-13-decyltetradeceth-24~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Ppg-13-decyltetradeceth-24Sodium hyaluronate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCymbopogon citratus extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium phytate~0.5–1.2%
Beta-glucan~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanAllantoin~0.2–0.75%
- 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 AllantoinHydroxyethylcellulose~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseCaprylyl glycol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilViscum album leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid research is lacking
More about Viscum album leaf extractMorus alba root extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipropylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolSalvia officinalis oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rhus verniciflua extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.15–0.65%
- 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 triglycerideSalvia sclarea oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pentylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolGlycyrrhiza glabra stem extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panax ginseng flower/leaf/stem extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide np~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npHydrogenated lecithin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinGlycyrrhiza glabra root oil~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cymbopogon citratus leaf oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Butylene glycol, Galactomyces ferment filtrate, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Unknown, Unknown, Ppg-13-decyltetradeceth-24, Sodium hyaluronate, Cymbopogon citratus extract, Sodium phytate, Beta-glucan, Allantoin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caprylyl glycol, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Viscum album leaf extract, Morus alba root extract, Dipropylene glycol, Salvia officinalis oil, Rhus verniciflua extract, Unknown, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Salvia sclarea oil, Pentylene glycol, Glycyrrhiza glabra stem extract, Panax ginseng flower/leaf/stem extract, Ceramide np, Hydrogenated lecithin, Glycyrrhiza glabra root oil, Cymbopogon citratus leaf oil
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| SkinfoodLemongrass Niacinamide 5% Pad 250g (60 Pads)YOUR PRODUCT | MISSHAMascure Whitening Solution Sheet Mask | MEDIHEALD.N.A Hydrating Protein Sheet Mask | VENN SkincareVENN Collagen Intensive Phyto-Retinol Renewal Mask | |
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| Match | — | 88% | 87% | 87% |
| Price | — | $4.67 | — | $39.44 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 6 of 9 | 6 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Glutathione | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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