Typology Targeted Skin-Tightening Concentrate — 10% Inhibiting Peptide Complex + Hyaluronic Acid
Works for
MoisturizingAcetyl hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18 + 8 moreWorks well
“It attracts and retains water in the stratum corneum, thus filling in dehydration fine lines and making the skin more supple, smoother, and less marked.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, caprylyl glycol.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, pentapeptide-18
Anti-agingAcetyl hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18 + 2 moreMay help
“The Targeted Skin-Tightening Concentrate A43 specifically targets expression lines, with an immediate smoothing effect and a preventive action over time.”
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-8, pentapeptide-18. 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?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Magnesium aluminum silicate~5.3–8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateCoco-caprylate/caprate~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateCetyl alcohol~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPentylene glycol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolGlyceryl stearate citrate~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateHydroxypropyl starch phosphate~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphateGlycerin~1.2–1.7%
- 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 GlycerinAcetyl hexapeptide-8~0.95–1.4%
- 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 Acetyl hexapeptide-8Pentapeptide-18~0.6–1.35%
- 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 Pentapeptide-18Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronatePolyglyceryl-3 stearate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 stearateHydroxyacetophenone~0.3–0.75%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.4%
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.1–0.35%
- 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 lecithinXanthan gum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitric acid~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTocopherol~0.05–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Cetyl alcohol, Pentylene glycol, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Glycerin, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Polyglyceryl-3 stearate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Tocopherol
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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.
| TypologyTargeted Skin-Tightening Concentrate — 10% Inhibiting Peptide Complex + Hyaluronic AcidYOUR PRODUCT | KisocareMATRIXYL 3000 + Argirelox Blended Serum | MiamoMULTI-PEPTIDE 20% LIFTING SERUM | Sanitas SkincarePeptiDerm Firming Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 54% | 52% |
| Price | $44.90 | $11.44−$33.46 | $116.36+$71.46 | $174.00+$129.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 | Dipeptide-2 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
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- 3Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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