StriVectin TL Advanced Light Tightening Neck Cream
Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Acetyl tetrapeptide-11 + 21 moreStrong evidence
“ultra-hydrating cream”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
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. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
betaine, galactoarabinan.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, glycine soja oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, acetyl tetrapeptide-11, acetyl tetrapeptide-9
Anti-agingAdenosine, Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester + 3 moreStrong evidence
“youthful-looking profile”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, acetyl tetrapeptide-11, acetyl tetrapeptide-9.
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 toneGlycyrrhiza glabra root extractLimited evidence
“evens dull skin tone”
This product contains ingredients (glycyrrhiza glabra root extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Propanediol~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDimethicone~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconeButylene glycol~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerIsononyl isononanoate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoatePolymethylsilsesquioxane~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneGlycine soja oil~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilBetaine~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineGlycerin~1–1.2%
- 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 GlycerinHydrolyzed vegetable protein~0.65–1%
Myristyl nicotinate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.5–0.75%
Acetyl tetrapeptide-11~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl tetrapeptide-11Arctostaphylos uva-ursi leaf extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acetyl tetrapeptide-9~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl tetrapeptide-9Brassica campestris seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris seed oilGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractPrunus persica gum~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractPolysilicone-11~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Trehalose~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseThymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extractAlthaea officinalis root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation
More about Althaea officinalis root extractGleditsia triacanthos seed extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa bran extract~0.3–0.55%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseAcetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl esterDecyl glucoside~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideDimethyl isosorbide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbidePolysorbate 20~0.35–0.6%
Cetearyl olivate~0.3–0.6%
Ethylhexyl isononanoate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product consistency
More about Ethylhexyl isononanoatePullulan~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanPolyglyceryl-3 diisostearate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateSorbitan olivate~0.3–0.6%
Polyisobutene~0.35–0.6%
Oryza sativa germ extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.3–0.55%
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateSorbitan laurate~0.3–0.6%
Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSorbitan isostearate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateLecithin~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinMurraya koenigii stem extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-7 trimethylolpropane coconut ether~0.35–0.6%
Polysorbate 60~0.35–0.6%
Silica~0.45–0.7%
Adenosine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineHexanediol~0.3–0.55%
Plantago lanceolata leaf extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Plantago lanceolata leaf extractCaprylyl glycol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolTocopherol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolBenzyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholHexylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolHydrated silica~0.45–0.7%
Galactoarabinan~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GalactoarabinanEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.5%
Xanthan gum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.2–0.4%
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLimonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneTitanium dioxide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCitrus limon peel oil~0.15–0.25%
Hexamethylindanopyran~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pinene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trimethylbenzenepropanol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Isononyl isononanoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glycine soja oil, Betaine, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed vegetable protein, Myristyl nicotinate, 1,2-hexanediol, Acetyl tetrapeptide-11, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi leaf extract, Acetyl tetrapeptide-9, Brassica campestris seed oil, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Prunus persica gum, Oryza sativa extract, Polysilicone-11, Trehalose, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract, Althaea officinalis root extract, Gleditsia triacanthos seed extract, Oryza sativa bran extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, Decyl glucoside, Dimethyl isosorbide, Polysorbate 20, Cetearyl olivate, Ethylhexyl isononanoate, Pullulan, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Sorbitan olivate, Polyisobutene, Oryza sativa germ extract, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Sorbitan laurate, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sorbitan isostearate, Lecithin, Murraya koenigii stem extract, Peg-7 trimethylolpropane coconut ether, Polysorbate 60, Silica, Adenosine, Hexanediol, Plantago lanceolata leaf extract, Caprylyl glycol, Tocopherol, Benzyl alcohol, Hexylene glycol, Hydrated silica, Galactoarabinan, Ethylhexylglycerin, Unknown, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid, Limonene, Titanium dioxide, Citrus limon peel oil, Hexamethylindanopyran, Pinene, Trimethylbenzenepropanol
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "StriVectin - TL Advanced Light Tightening Neck Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (betaine, galactoarabinan, glycerin, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid and trehalose) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (glycine soja oil, dimethicone, caprylyl glycol, ethylhexyl isononanoate and isononyl isononanoate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester 0.30% - 0.55%, acetyl tetrapeptide-9 0.50% - 0.70% and acetyl tetrapeptide-11 0.50% - 0.70%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Adenosine 0.30% - 0.55%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 99.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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