Typology Firming Serum for Neck and Chest — with 0.2% Retinol + Borage oil
Works for
Anti-agingRetinol, TocopherolWorks well
“This concentrated retinol serum help fight premature aging by stimulating production of collagen to visibly firm and smooth the skin of the neck and décolleté.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol.
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-oxidationSide benefit · Tocopherol, Retinol + 1 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (retinol, tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-blemishSide benefit · RetinolWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
ExfoliationSide benefit · 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.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · RetinolWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
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.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Isopropyl myristate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 5 moreWorks
“body serum”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Retinol, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Dicaprylyl ether~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherIsopropyl myristate~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.7–7%
- 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 triglycerideBorago officinalis seed oil~3.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilCamellia japonica seed oil~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia japonica seed oilGlycine soja oil~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilTocopherol~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolHelianthus annuus seed oil~1.6–2.3%
- 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 oilRetinol~0.55–1.3%
- 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 RetinolLavandula angustifolia oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilSpilanthes acmella flower extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that might hep calm down inflammation in skin
More about Spilanthes acmella flower extractLinalool~0.1–0.45%
Geraniol~0.1–0.35%
Limonene~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Dicaprylyl ether, Isopropyl myristate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Borago officinalis seed oil, Camellia japonica seed oil, Glycine soja oil, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Retinol, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Spilanthes acmella flower extract, Linalool, Geraniol, Limonene
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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.
| TypologyFirming Serum for Neck and Chest — with 0.2% Retinol + Borage oilYOUR PRODUCT | ADVANCED CLINICALSRetinol Body Oil | Paula's choiceCBD Oil + Retinol | NécessaireThe Body Retinol | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 82% | 78% |
| Price | — | $19.99 | $54.00 | $65.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Helianthus Annuus Extract | Cbd | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: IOPE Retinol Expert 0.3%COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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