SUNDAY RILEY Pink Drink Firming Resurfacing Essence
Works for
MoisturizingAcetyl tetrapeptide-11, Acetyl tetrapeptide-9 + 20 moreWorks well
“Pink Drink Firming Resurfacing Essence”
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, glycerin.
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: cholesterol, cocos nucifera fruit extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl tetrapeptide-11, acetyl tetrapeptide-9, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine
Anti-agingAcetyl tetrapeptide-11, Acetyl tetrapeptide-9 + 3 moreMay help
“Vitamin-rich apricot and cucumber extracts promote a refreshed complexion, while EGCG, an antioxidant found in green tea, works to minimise the signs of ageing.”
This product contains acetyl tetrapeptide-11, acetyl tetrapeptide-9, epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside. These ingredients 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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside, Cucumis melo fruit extract + 8 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic5 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale5 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Yeast ferment extract~9.2–11.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharomyces ferment filtrate~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces ferment filtrateHoney extract~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractAcetyl tetrapeptide-11~2.3–2.8%
- 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-11Acetyl tetrapeptide-9~1.9–2.3%
- 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-9Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A synthetic version of green tea polyphenol that helps neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucosideEgg~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide ap~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apCeramide eop~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopCeramide np~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCucumis melo fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Cucumis melo fruit extractCucumis sativus seed extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sea water~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dissolves other ingredients. It does not have additional skin benefits compared to plain water
More about Sea waterPhospholipids~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsSphingolipids~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sphingolipids are a group of lipids with a common chemical structure. Some of them are naturally present in skin and can be converted to ceramides
More about SphingolipidsLaminaria digitata extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractZymomonas ferment extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus armeniaca fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some antioxidant properties and might help attract water to the skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus armeniaca fruit extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractChlorella vulgaris extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractPhytosphingosine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineTheobroma cacao extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Cocos nucifera fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractTriethyl citrate~0.2–0.35%
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCitrus limon peel oil~0.2–0.35%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.2–0.35%
Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus paradisi peel extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractJasminum officinale flower/leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
Rubus idaeus fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractRosa damascena extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.25–0.4%
- 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 extractMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractPolyglycerin-6~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-6Glycerin~0.25–0.5%
- 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 GlycerinSaccharide isomerate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateCholesterol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolSodium lauroyl lactylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateCorallina officinalis extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractCoccinia indica fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Coccinia indica fruit extractBetaine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePolysorbate 20~0.25–0.45%
Dimethyl isosorbide~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbidePhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Carbomer~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerHydroxyacetophenone~0.2–0.35%
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gum1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.2%
Maltodextrin~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinTris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) citrate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~0.05–0.15%
- 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 phytate~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Yeast ferment extract, Saccharomyces ferment filtrate, Honey extract, Acetyl tetrapeptide-11, Acetyl tetrapeptide-9, Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside, Egg, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Ceramide np, Cucumis melo fruit extract, Cucumis sativus seed extract, Sea water, Phospholipids, Sphingolipids, Laminaria digitata extract, Zymomonas ferment extract, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Phytosphingosine, Theobroma cacao extract, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Triethyl citrate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus paradisi peel extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Jasminum officinale flower/leaf extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Rosa damascena extract, Unknown, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Polyglycerin-6, Glycerin, Saccharide isomerate, Cholesterol, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Corallina officinalis extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Betaine, Polysorbate 20, Dimethyl isosorbide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Xanthan gum, 1,2-hexanediol, Maltodextrin, Tris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) citrate, Alcohol, Sodium phytate
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 17 | 7 of 17 | 6 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Retinyl Palmitate | Sodium Hyaluronate | Anhydroxylitol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Product summary
"SUNDAY RILEY - Pink Drink Firming Resurfacing Essence" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.30% - 0.55%, ceramide np 0.65% - 1.00%, ceramide eop 1.00% - 1.20% and ceramide ap 1.30% - 1.50%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
- Peptides (acetyl tetrapeptide-9 1.90% - 2.30% and acetyl tetrapeptide-11 2.30% - 2.80%). 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. They 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.
- Humectants (betaine 0.20% - 0.40%, saccharide isomerate 0.20% - 0.40%, glycerin 0.25% - 0.50% and saccharomyces ferment filtrate 4.30% - 5.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "SUNDAY RILEY" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 48.00$ in the United States and for 58.08£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6The role of epidermal sphingolipids in dermatologic diseasesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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