The Body Shop Drops Of Youth Youth Concentrate
Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Chondrus crispus powder + 5 moreWorks
“The Body Shop Difference Drops of Youth has been specially formulated to provide hydration as the skin replaces the uppermost dead cells with the new ones beneath, in the stratum corneum, leaving skin looking smoother, fresher and healthier.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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).
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“The Body Shop Difference Drops of Youth has been specially formulated to provide hydration as the skin replaces the uppermost dead cells with the new ones beneath, in the stratum corneum, leaving skin looking smoother, fresher and healthier.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Adenosine, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
1 of 2 community members would buy it again.
While fun and hydrating, this product does little beyond that. Better products that pack more of a punch for the price elsewhere.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Alcohol denat.~6.5–9.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Glycerin~3.4–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinPrunus mume extract~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chondrus crispus powder~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A powder from red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus powderPropanediol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium hyaluronate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePrunus mume extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholFagus sylvatica bud extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.4–1%
- 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 juiceAdenosine~0.4–0.9%
- 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 AdenosineParfum~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLinalool~0.3–0.75%
Parfum~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCrithmum maritimum callus culture filtrate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant cell extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Crithmum maritimum callus culture filtrateOrbignya oleifera seed oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in calming down inflammation in skin
More about Orbignya oleifera seed oilCitric acid~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCitronellol~0.15–0.6%
Parfum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBuddleja davidii extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Malva sylvestris flower/leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
- 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 extractBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Sorbic acid~0.1–0.45%
Limonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneParfum~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium benzoate~0.05–0.3%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol denat., Glycerin, Prunus mume extract, Chondrus crispus powder, Propanediol, Sodium hyaluronate, Prunus mume extract, Benzyl alcohol, Fagus sylvatica bud extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Adenosine, Parfum, Linalool, Parfum, Crithmum maritimum callus culture filtrate, Orbignya oleifera seed oil, Citric acid, Citronellol, Parfum, Buddleja davidii extract, Malva sylvestris flower/leaf/stem extract, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract, Benzoic acid, Sorbic acid, Limonene, Parfum, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| The Body ShopDrops Of Youth Youth ConcentrateYOUR PRODUCT | DEWYCELF5 Ampule Serum | MamondeRed Energy Serum Ultra Repair | LancômeAdvanced Gnifique Yeux Light-Pearl Eye Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 53% | 53% |
| Price | — | $29.20 | $35.71 | $80.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"The Body Shop - Drops Of Youth Youth Concentrate" is effective for: Anti-aging
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Adenosine 0.40% - 0.90%. 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).
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 1.30% - 2.00% and glycerin 3.40% - 5.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
What our users say
Based on 2 reviews 50% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, two out of two reviewers say that the product does not clog pores.
- When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, the user found that it pills under a foundation.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "The Body Shop" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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