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MoisturizingSalicyloyl phytosphingosine, Zinc palmitoyl nonapeptide-14 + 20 moreWorks well
“Deeply nourishing hydrator to visibly smooth wrinkles and boost vibrancy – this is so much more than just a moisturiser.”
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:
anhydroxylitol, betaine.
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, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl decapeptide-21, salicyloyl phytosphingosine, zinc palmitoyl nonapeptide-14
Anti-agingPalmitoyl decapeptide-21, Zinc palmitoyl nonapeptide-14 + 4 moreMay help
“Deeply nourishing hydrator to visibly smooth wrinkles and boost vibrancy – this is so much more than just a moisturiser.”
This product contains palmitoyl decapeptide-21, zinc palmitoyl nonapeptide-14. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Parfum, Coumarin + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~5.3–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilCetearyl ethylhexanoate~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Cetearyl ethylhexanoatePropanediol~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~2.4–2.9%
- 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 GlycerinLactococcus ferment lysate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Lactococcus ferment lysateCetearyl olivate~1.6–2%
Squalane~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneSorbitan olivate~1.1–1.4%
Xylitylglucoside~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideAvena sativa kernel oil~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel oilBetaine~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineSodium hyaluronate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilDaucus carota sativa seed oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilTocopheryl acetate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateHydrolyzed wheat protein~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractAnhydroxylitol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolSalicyloyl phytosphingosine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have anti-aging benefits but solid study data is lacking
More about Salicyloyl phytosphingosineTriheptanoin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A synthetic triglyceride. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriheptanoinCetearyl alcohol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholXylitol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolCoco-caprylate/caprate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateParfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumMagnesium carboxymethyl beta-glucan~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Magnesium carboxymethyl beta-glucanGlucose~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseDecapeptide-21~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oligopeptide-78~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Palmitoyl decapeptide-21~0.25–0.5%
Zinc palmitoyl nonapeptide-14~0.25–0.45%
Rosmarinyl glucoside~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to reduce inflammation
More about Rosmarinyl glucosideCaffeyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Gallyl glucoside~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta-carotene~0.25–0.5%
Carbomer~0.25–0.5%
- 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 CarbomerAscorbyl palmitate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateLactic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidXanthan gum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPolyurethane-100~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Dimethicone~0.3–0.6%
- 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 DimethiconeDehydroacetic acid~0.25–0.45%
Sodium dehydroacetate~0.2–0.4%
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.35%
Benzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCoumarin~0.15–0.25%
Eugenol~0.1–0.2%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.25%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalLinalool~0.1–0.15%
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Lactococcus ferment lysate, Cetearyl olivate, Squalane, Sorbitan olivate, Xylitylglucoside, Avena sativa kernel oil, Betaine, Sodium hyaluronate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Anhydroxylitol, Salicyloyl phytosphingosine, Triheptanoin, Cetearyl alcohol, Xylitol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Parfum, Magnesium carboxymethyl beta-glucan, Glucose, Decapeptide-21, Oligopeptide-78, Palmitoyl decapeptide-21, Zinc palmitoyl nonapeptide-14, Rosmarinyl glucoside, Caffeyl glucoside, Gallyl glucoside, Beta-carotene, Carbomer, Ascorbyl palmitate, Lactic acid, Xanthan gum, Polyurethane-100, Sodium chloride, Sodium hydroxide, Dimethicone, Dehydroacetic acid, Sodium dehydroacetate, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl alcohol, Coumarin, Eugenol, Hexyl cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Limonene
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| Trinny LondonBounce BackYOUR PRODUCT | Laboratoires de BiarritzHYDRA-PROTECT + Moisturizing Cream Face Organic | ToofruitGourmet Cream Face Cream Organic | FaceGymLiftwear Gel-Cream Moisturiser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 43% | 43% |
| Price | — | $23.97 | — | $73.79 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 17 | 6 of 17 | 5 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Linoleic Acid | Cocos Nucifera Oil | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Trinny London - Bounce Back" works well for moisturizing the skin. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Trinny London - Bounce Back ticks this box. Humectants in this product (salicyloyl phytosphingosine, anhydroxylitol, betaine, glycerin and sodium hyaluronate) 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 (dimethicone, helianthus annuus seed oil, simmondsia chinensis seed oil, squalane and cetearyl alcohol) 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
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (salicyloyl phytosphingosine 0.30% - 0.55%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (zinc palmitoyl nonapeptide-14 0.25% - 0.45% and palmitoyl decapeptide-21 0.25% - 0.50%). 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.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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