Works for
Evens skin toneFerulic acidMay help
“In addition to its antioxidant effect, SAP also acts as a melanin inhibitor, which is why it is especially important against UV damage-induced hyperpigmentation (such as melasma) and procedural pigmentation.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: ferulic acid.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Ferulic acid + 1 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ferulic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - sodium ascorbyl phosphate also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingSide benefit the brand mentions · Ferulic acid, Sodium ascorbyl phosphateMay help
“This accumulation of skin damage, as well as the reduction of collagen production, becomes evident as signs of aging.”
This product contains ferulic acid. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Sodium hyaluronate, Caprylyl glycolWorks
“Product shelf life is six months at room temperature, while if kept refrigerated it can be used for one year.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": sodium hyaluronate, caprylyl glycol.
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).
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Sodium ascorbyl phosphateMay help
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains sodium ascorbyl phosphate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate~7.6–11.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateMethylpropanediol~3.9–5.8%
Ferulic acid~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidSodium hyaluronate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTocopheryl acetate~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateXanthan gum~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAcacia senegal gum~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumCaprylyl glycol~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDisodium edta~0.35–0.8%
Citric acid~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPolysorbate 60~0.1–0.4%
Polysorbate 20~0.05–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Methylpropanediol, Ferulic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopheryl acetate, Xanthan gum, Acacia senegal gum, Caprylyl glycol, Disodium edta, Citric acid, Polysorbate 60, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| SkintegraSuperba CYOUR PRODUCT | PrincipiaVITAMINA C-10 | frank bodyCollagen Boost Serum | Youn BeautyCE Antioxidant Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 63% | 55% |
| Price | — | $13.67 | $19.67 | $69.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | — | Lactic Acid | Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Sodium ascorbyl phosphate in topical microemulsionssciencedirect.com
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