Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acidWorks well
“Even Blend Serum cleans up pigmentation and prevents future damage; helps heal breakouts; and exfoliates.”
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: glycolic acid.
Anti-agingGlycolic acidWorks well
“Even Blend Serum not only fades such spots, it also lightens and brightens overall complexion to lead to a more luminous skin.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
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.
Evens skin toneGlycolic acidWorks well
“Skinstitut Even Blend Serum is a highly active, oil-free complex that fades the appearance of dark spots and patches caused by inflammation, sun damage, and hormonal imbalances.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic 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.
Anti-blemishGlycolic acidNot delivered
“This serum also helps to clear up acne or problem skin without drying it out.”
This product contains ingredients (glycolic acid) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Trehalose, Hydrolyzed vegetable protein + 2 moreWorks
“Comparable to 4% hydroquinone without the irritation!”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, trehalose.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana extract, Bellis perennis flower extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Hamamelis virginiana extract~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractGlycolic acid~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidEthoxydiglycol~2.6–3.8%
Bellis perennis flower extract~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Bellis perennis flower extractTrehalose~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseHydrolyzed vegetable protein~1.4–2.1%
Undaria pinnatifida extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A seaweed extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Undaria pinnatifida extractGlycerin~1.1–1.7%
- 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 GlycerinSodium hydroxide~0.85–1.25%
Alcohol~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholSodium hydroxymethylglycinate~0.25–0.5%
Backhousia citriodora leaf oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil containing volatile compounds. Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Backhousia citriodora leaf oilAchillea millefolium extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractAlchemilla vulgaris extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has astringent properties. In other words, it might be able to interact with keratin in the uppermost layer of the skin to reduce swelling and create a temporal tightening effect. It can be irritating
More about Alchemilla vulgaris extractMalva sylvestris extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Mentha piperita leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha piperita leaf extractMelissa officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractPrimula veris extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Veronica officinalis extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPolysorbate 20~0.1–0.3%
Disodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Xanthan gum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIngredient list view
Water, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Glycolic acid, Ethoxydiglycol, Bellis perennis flower extract, Trehalose, Hydrolyzed vegetable protein, Undaria pinnatifida extract, Glycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Alcohol, Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, Backhousia citriodora leaf oil, Achillea millefolium extract, Alchemilla vulgaris extract, Malva sylvestris extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Primula veris extract, Veronica officinalis extract, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Polysorbate 20, Disodium edta, Xanthan gum
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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.
| SkinstitutEven Blend SerumYOUR PRODUCT | InstitutEven Blend Serum | SkinMedicaGlyPro Antioxidant Serum | MuradHeartleaf Gentle Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Serum for Sensitive Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 69% | 63% | 63% |
| Price | — | $43.43 | — | $35.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Glycine | Urea | Urea |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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