Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Glycerin + 12 moreWorks well
“By supplying moisturizing ingredients and components that can improve damaged skin, strengthen the skin barrier, and make the skin brighter and more elastic.”
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:
glycerin, hyaluronic acid.
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, brassica campestris sterols.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin toneRetinol, Niacinamide + 2 moreWorks well
“TirTir Niacinamide 20% Serum removes unwanted blemishes and evens out the skin tone.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
In addition, this product contains alpha-arbutin, glutathione, niacinamide. This ingredient (ingredients) might help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the effect, if any, is likely to be small.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Retinol + 2 moreWorks well
“TirTir Niacinamide 20% Serum removes unwanted blemishes and evens out the skin tone.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide, retinol. These ingredients is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
In addition, this product contains chitosan. It can help in reducing blemishes, even though it is less effective.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: zinc pca
Anti-agingRetinol, Niacinamide + 2 moreWorks well
“Niacinamde 20%, Alpha Arbutin 2%, and Glutathione offer transparent and sparkling skin, while Retinol 500IU and Zinc PCA create younger-looking skin with effective anti-aging care and calm-only irritation on skin with intense soothing care.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol, niacinamide.
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, Chitosan + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (glutathione, retinol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - chitosan also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · RetinolWorks 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: retinol.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: RetinolMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Niacinamide~5.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3–3.7%
- 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 glycolPropanediol~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAlpha-arbutin~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help reduce hyperpigmentation when used regularly over a long period of time. Is more effective than beta-arbutin
More about Alpha-arbutin1,2-hexanediol~0.75–1.15%
Hydroxyacetophenone~1.4–1.8%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerTromethamine~0.95–1.2%
Glycereth-25 pca isostearate~0.7–1.05%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.6–0.9%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.6–0.95%
- 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 triglycerideMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilZea mays kernel extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Disodium edta~0.5–0.7%
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.45–0.7%
- 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 copolymerHydrogenated lecithin~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinRetinol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolHyaluronic acid~0.35–0.6%
- 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 acidHydrolyzed 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 acidSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateBrassica campestris sterols~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris sterolsCholesterol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolPolyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 lauratePhytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aluminum/magnesium hydroxide stearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamatePolysorbate 60~0.25–0.45%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateFructan~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium cetyl phosphate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateGlucose~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseChitosan~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Inhibits acne-causing bacteria on the surface of the skin. Can help to reduce inflammation caused by bacteria. Helps neutralize free radicals in skin. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ChitosanTris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) citrate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glutathione~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlutathioneZinc pca~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaIngredient list view
Water, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, Alpha-arbutin, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Glycereth-25 pca isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Zea mays kernel extract, Disodium edta, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Hydrogenated lecithin, Retinol, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Brassica campestris sterols, Cholesterol, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Phytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Aluminum/magnesium hydroxide stearate, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan isostearate, Fructan, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Glucose, Chitosan, Tris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) citrate, Glutathione, Zinc pca
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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.
| TIRTIRNiacinamide 20% SerumYOUR PRODUCT | ilsoER Firming Serum 30ml | MedicubePDRN Pink Exosome Shot Serum 2000 | Standard SeoulFirming Bouncy Boost Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 85% | 84% |
| Price | $25.00 | $24.54 | $3.40−$21.60 | $22.21−$2.79 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 9 of 12 | 8 of 12 | 9 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 | Bakuchiol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Product summary
"TIRTIR - Niacinamide 20% Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish and Exfoliation
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (5.60% - 6.90%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- This product contains an effective form of Retinoids (vitamin A): retinol 0.35% - 0.65%. Retinoids are potent multitasking actives. They work to improve and prevent early signs of aging, reduce hyperpigmentation (age spots and post-acne marks), and prevent inflamed blemishes and clogged pores. The downside of Retinoids is that they can be irritating. If you are not already using a Retinoid in your routine, it is best to start slowly and apply the Retinoid product only a few times per week. If your skin tolerates it well, you can gradually increase the frequency to daily.
- Humectants (zinc pca 0.05% - 0.10%, sodium hyaluronate 0.30% - 0.55%, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.30% - 0.55%, hyaluronic acid 0.35% - 0.60% and glycerin 4.00% - 4.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 25 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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