The INKEY List CA Exosome Hydro-Glow Complex
Works for
MoisturizingTripeptide-1, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 15 moreWorks well
“Resurface, rejuvenate, and hydrate your skin with Exosome Hydro-Glow Complex.”
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:
dextran, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: tripeptide-1
Anti-agingTripeptide-1, Centella asiatica leaf extract + 2 moreMay help
“Powered by 3-million plant-derived Exosomes, this powerhouse collagen-boosting serum delivers clinic-worthy results without the price tag.”
This product contains centella asiatica leaf extract, tripeptide-1. 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.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“brightening”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
ExfoliationAllantoinNot delivered
“Resurface, rejuvenate, and hydrate your skin with Exosome Hydro-Glow Complex.”
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-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Ubiquinone, Hydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extractWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ubiquinone) 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?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Opuntia ficus-indica extract~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hyaluronic acid1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidUbiquinone~6–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneWater~4.5–6.8%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideDipropylene glycol~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycerin~2.1–3.1%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCoconut alkanes~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Coconut alkanesSodium acrylates copolymer~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerDimethicone~0.8–1.2%
- 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 DimethiconeEctoin1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Softens the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about EctoinPhenoxyethanol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCetearyl olivate~0.35–0.85%
Sorbitan olivate~0.35–0.8%
Allantoin~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateButylene glycol~0.15–0.7%
- 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 glycolLecithin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinUbiquinone~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneCoco-caprylate/caprate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.35%
Sodium phytate~0.05–0.25%
Pentylene glycol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolHydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Can help attract water the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extractCentella asiatica leaf extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractDextran~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
More about DextranTripeptide-11%
- 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 Tripeptide-1Ingredient list view
Unknown, Opuntia ficus-indica extract, Hyaluronic acid, Ubiquinone, Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Coconut alkanes, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Dimethicone, Ectoin, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate, Butylene glycol, Lecithin, Ubiquinone, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium phytate, Pentylene glycol, Hydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extract, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Dextran, Tripeptide-1
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| The INKEY List CAExosome Hydro-Glow ComplexYOUR PRODUCT | Skinfixacne+ adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide + Squalane | VT CosmeticsPDRN Reedle Shot 100 | FacetheoryPolypep Collagen Boosting Serum S8 PRO | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 45% | 45% |
| Price | $24.00 | $46.64+$22.64 | $18.78−$5.22 | $55.00+$31.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 12 | 6 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"The INKEY List CA - Exosome Hydro-Glow Complex" 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
- Peptides (tripeptide-1 0.05% - 0.25%). 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 (dextran 0.05% - 0.20%, sodium hyaluronate 0.30% - 0.75% and glycerin 2.80% - 4.20%). 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 "The INKEY List CA" 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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