PRODUCT REVIEW
SkinMedica TNS Essential Serum
Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Anti-oxidation
- Anti-aging
- Moisturizing
- Evens skin tone
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Works for
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
The APS Corrective Complex is a mixture of anti-aging ingredients, peptides and antioxidants to strengthen sagging skin.Key Ingredients TNS Recovery Complex® (Human Fibroblast Conditioned Media TNS®) , chamber 1 a physiologically balanced, naturally secreted and stabilized growth factor blend that helps improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, skin tone and texture APS Corrective Complex , chamber 2 a blend of peptides, antioxidants and other powerful anti-aging ingredients that help support smoother, firmer skin and prevent free-radical damage Key Benefits Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles Enhances skin tone and texture Two powerful formulas to rejuvenate the skin Ideal for all skin types Learn more on the blog New to Skin Medica?
human fibroblast conditioned media
44% -
54%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A cocktail of amino acids that can stimulate skin cell growth and renewal having an anti-aging effect
tocotrienols
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms
palmitoyl tripeptide-5
0.5% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
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Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
The APS Corrective Complex is a mixture of anti-aging ingredients, peptides and antioxidants to strengthen sagging skin.Key Ingredients TNS Recovery Complex® (Human Fibroblast Conditioned Media TNS®) , chamber 1 a physiologically balanced, naturally secreted and stabilized growth factor blend that helps improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, skin tone and texture APS Corrective Complex , chamber 2 a blend of peptides, antioxidants and other powerful anti-aging ingredients that help support smoother, firmer skin and prevent free-radical damage Key Benefits Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles Enhances skin tone and texture Two powerful formulas to rejuvenate the skin Ideal for all skin types Learn more on the blog New to Skin Medica?
alpha-arbutin
2.1% -
2.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Might help reduce hyperpigmentation when used regularly over a long period of time. Is more effective than beta-arbutin
tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
The formula also nourishes and hydrates the complexion to help diminish fine lines and wrinkles.
palmitoyl tripeptide-5
0.5% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
dimethicone
0.15% -
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
glycerin
1.3% -
1.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
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Anti-oxidation
camellia oleifera leaf extract
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
tocotrienols
0.1% -
0.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms
ubiquinone
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Anti-aging | |
| Anti-oxidation | |
| Moisturizing | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
100/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 5
Potential irritants
parfum
0.05% -
0.1%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
hydroxycitronellal
0.05% -
0.05%
Irritation risk:
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.75% -
1.15%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
squalene
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.75% -
1.15%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
ubiquinone
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
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Potential irritants
parfum
0.05% -
0.1%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
hydroxycitronellal
0.05% -
0.05%
Irritation risk:
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.75% -
1.15%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
squalene
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
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All ingredients
human fibroblast conditioned media
44% -
54%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-aging
A cocktail of amino acids that can stimulate skin cell growth and renewal having an anti-aging effect
cetyl ethylhexanoate
4.9% -
5.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
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Ingredient list view
Human fibroblast conditioned media, Water, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Olea europaea fruit unsaponifiables, Alpha-arbutin, Isoceteth-20, Arachidyl alcohol, Glycerin, Ethoxydiglycol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Ergothioneine, Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, Hydrolyzed sericin, Phospholipids, Ubiquinone, Rubus fruticosus leaf extract, Saccharomyces ferment lysate filtrate, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Aminobutyric acid, Phytosterols, Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Squalene, Oryza sativa bran wax, Oryza sativa cera, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopheryl acetate, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Silica dimethyl silylate, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Behenyl alcohol, Arachidyl glucoside, Cetearyl alcohol, Steareth-10, Steareth-20, Butylene glycol, Maltodextrin, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Xanthan gum, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Aminomethyl propanol, Disodium edta, Caprylyl glycol, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Parfum, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Coumarin, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Geraniol, Isoeugenol
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- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- A comparison of the relative antioxidant potency of L‐ergothioneine and idebenone
- l-Ergothioneine Protects Skin Cells against UV-Induced Damage—A Preliminary Study
- Double-blind, half-face study comparing topical vitamin C and vehicle for rejuvenation of photodamage
- Application of tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid in cosmetic formulations: Stability studies and in vivo efficacy
- gamma-Aminobutyric acid (A) receptor agonists accelerate cutaneous barrier recovery and prevent epidermal hyperplasia induced by barrier disruption
- Wound healing activity of gamma-aminobutyric Acid (GABA) in rats
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- Stimulation of human fibroblast collagen synthesis in vitro by gamma-aminobutyric acid
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- Safety Assessment of Tocopherols and Tocotrienols as Used in Cosmetics
- Tocotrienol‐rich fraction attenuates UV‐induced inflammaging: A bench to bedside study
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- Clinical evaluation of photoprotective effect by a topical antioxidants combination (tocopherols and tocotrienols)
- Tocotrienols: the unsaturated sidekick shifting new paradigms in vitamin E therapeutics
- Squalene and its potential clinical uses
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- Enhanced comedo formation in rabbit ear skin by squalene and oleic acid peroxides
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
- Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
- Final report of the cosmetic ingredient review expert panel on the safety assessment of Polyisobutene and Hydrogenated Polyisobutene as used in cosmetics