Name: StackedSkincare - Mini Overnight Exfoliating Facial
Brand: StackedSkincare

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

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

What It Does Removes dry, dead skin and peach fuzz Brightens dullness and minimizes the look of dark spots Prevents breakouts and refines the look of enlarged pores Softens skin and reduces the appearance of fine lines Helps serums and peels penetrate more effectively

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This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol, glycolic acid.

These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: lactic 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.

retinol 0.01% - 0.05%

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

glycolic acid 5.5% - 8.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

lactic acid 3.5% - 5.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

What It Does Removes dry, dead skin and peach fuzz Brightens dullness and minimizes the look of dark spots Prevents breakouts and refines the look of enlarged pores Softens skin and reduces the appearance of fine lines Helps serums and peels penetrate more effectively

Source: Stacked Skincare

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

In addition, this product contains glycolic acid, lactic acid. 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.

lactic acid 3.5% - 5.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

glycolic acid 5.5% - 8.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

retinol 0.01% - 0.05%

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

Exfoliation

What does the product description say?

Mini Overnight Exfoliating Facial

Source: From product name

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, lactic acid, retinol.

retinol 0.01% - 0.05%

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

lactic acid 3.5% - 5.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

glycolic acid 5.5% - 8.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: 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

Anti-blemish

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

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid

retinol 0.01% - 0.05%

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

glycolic acid 5.5% - 8.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

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

salicylic acid 0.4% - 0.95%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)

Moisturizing

This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": lactic acid.

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).

lactic acid 3.5% - 5.2%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

hydrogenated castor oil 1.7% - 2.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency

Anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (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 0.01% - 0.05%

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

ascorbic acid 0.95% - 1.4%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging

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retinol 0.01% - 0.05%

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

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

salicylic acid 0.4% - 0.95%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-blemish, Exfoliation, Antibacterial, Evens skin tone

Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)

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glycolic acid 5.5% - 8.2%

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

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

sd alcohol 40 2.7% - 4%

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A drying alcohol. Mainly used to dissolve other ingredients. Can increase the irritation potential of the formula

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water 40% - 60%

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Plain old water

glycolic acid 5.5% - 8.2%

Irritation risk:

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

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

lactic acid 3.5% - 5.2%

Irritation risk:

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

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

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Water, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Sd alcohol 40, Propylene glycol, Hydrogenated castor oil, Unknown, Chloroacetic acid, Ascorbic acid, Salicylic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phytic acid, Disodium edta, Retinol

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Key ingredients	ascorbic acid retinol +3 more	Common: retinol ascorbic acid +3 more Other: sodium ascorbyl phosphate tartaric acid	Common: retinol salicylic acid +1 more Other: caprylic/capric triglyceride glycerin +1 more	Common: salicylic acid glycolic acid +1 more Other: niacinamide ceramide ap +6 more	Common: ascorbic acid salicylic acid +3 more Other: potassium azeloyl diglycinate tetrapeptide-21 +11 more	Common: salicylic acid lactic acid +1 more Other: panthenol mandelic acid +2 more	Common: salicylic acid lactic acid +1 more Other: lactobionic acid acetyl glucosamine +6 more	Common: salicylic acid glycolic acid +1 more Other: niacinamide	Common: salicylic acid glycolic acid +1 more Other: adenosine palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 +11 more	Common: salicylic acid glycolic acid +1 more Other: glycerin saccharum officinarum extract	Common: salicylic acid glycolic acid +1 more Other: niacinamide erythritol +1 more
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Potential Irritants	retinol Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? +9 more	retinol Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? +9 more	salicylic acid Has skin benefit? retinol Has skin benefit? +5 more	glycolic acid Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? +9 more	parfum Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +19 more	panax ginseng root extract Has skin benefit? mandelic acid Has skin benefit? +10 more	benzalkonium chloride Has skin benefit? hamamelis virginiana extract Has skin benefit? +9 more	hamamelis virginiana water Has skin benefit? chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? +13 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? peucedanum graveolens extract Has skin benefit? +10 more	tasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract Has skin benefit? citrus limon fruit extract Has skin benefit? +8 more	parfum Has skin benefit? salicylic acid Has skin benefit? +5 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? glycolic acid Has skin benefit? +14 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +19 more	ci 15850 Has skin benefit? retinol Has skin benefit? +12 more	salicylic acid Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +22 more	salicylic acid Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +50 more	glycolic acid Has skin benefit? sodium hydroxide Has skin benefit? +18 more	water Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +20 more	water Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? +24 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? +16 more	water Has skin benefit? lactic acid Has skin benefit? +17 more

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Anti-aging

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Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Exfoliation

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Anti-blemish

Moisturizing

Anti-oxidation

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