StriVectin Super Shrink Pore Minimizing Serum
Works for
Anti-blemishBetaine salicylate, Melia azadirachta leaf extractMay help
“In just 3 days, visibly minimize pores & blackheads* with this multi-action serum.”
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains betaine salicylate.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Betaine salicylateWorks well
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: betaine salicylate.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Glycerin, Erythritol + 2 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": erythritol, glycerin.
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: Alcohol denat., Trifolium pratense flower extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Maris limus extract~4.6–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol denat.~4.2–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Glycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolGlycereth-7 triacetate~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Maltodextrin~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinPropanediol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolIsopentyldiol~1.2–1.4%
Betaine salicylate~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Exfoliating acid, a "relative" of salicylic acid
More about Betaine salicylateMaris aqua~0.7–1.05%
Dimethyl isosorbide~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbideTrifolium pratense flower extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Red clover flower extract. Can contain anti-oxidants but also potential irritant compounds
More about Trifolium pratense flower extractMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractBackhousia citriodora leaf extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used mostly as a fragrance. Can have some anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties
More about Backhousia citriodora leaf extractMicrocitrus australasica fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Most likely used for its fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Microcitrus australasica fruit extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractHibiscus sabdariffa fruit extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bixa orellana seed extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tamarindus indica seed polysaccharide~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Myristyl nicotinate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Protease~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lipase~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme that breaks down and helps remove oil (sebum or other oils). It could damage the skin barrier in the same way that surfactants do
More about LipaseAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderErythritol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ErythritolPolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rhizobian gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can temporarily tighten the skin right after application of the product. The effect will be short-lived. Helps improve the product considtency
More about Rhizobian gumBenzyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcohol1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.5%
Parfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Aminomethyl propanol~0.25–0.45%
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.2–0.4%
Citric acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%
Linalool~0.1–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.15%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Maris limus extract, Alcohol denat., Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Glycereth-7 triacetate, Maltodextrin, Propanediol, Isopentyldiol, Betaine salicylate, Maris aqua, Dimethyl isosorbide, Trifolium pratense flower extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Backhousia citriodora leaf extract, Microcitrus australasica fruit extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa fruit extract, Bixa orellana seed extract, Tamarindus indica seed polysaccharide, Myristyl nicotinate, Protease, Lipase, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Erythritol, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Rhizobian gum, Benzyl alcohol, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum, Disodium edta, Aminomethyl propanol, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Unknown, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium hydroxide, Linalool, Geraniol, Limonene
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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.
| StriVectinSuper Shrink Pore Minimizing SerumYOUR PRODUCT | SuperfluidIn The Clear Blemish Aid Serum | Honest BeautyVitamin C Radiance Serum | HydroPeptideFirma-Bright | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 40% | 40% |
| Price | $72.00 | $28.00−$44.00 | $24.99−$47.01 | $138.00+$66.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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