2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
“Target signs of ageing”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
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.
“deeply hydrates skin”
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:
diglycerin, 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: butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone.
“lessening brown spots”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
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An emollient that helps soften the skin. Often used to stabilize other ingredients, for example, sunscreen
More about Octyldodecyl neopentanoateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneUsed 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 glycolA 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 DimethiconeAn 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 SqualaneA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterOne 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 GlycerinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholUsed to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenateUsed to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus seed ceraUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl stearateA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateA 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 acetateA red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties
More about Kappaphycus alvarezii extractThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateMimosa flower fax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It adds a nice smell, but could be irritating
More about Acacia decurrens flower ceraHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-6Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCreates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidA colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Croton lechleri resin extractPure 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 TocopherolWater, Octyldodecyl neopentanoate, Isododecane, Butylene glycol, Beheneth-2, Dimethicone, Squalane, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glycerin, Diglycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Glyceryl behenate, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Polyphenylsilsesquioxane, Sodium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Hexanediol, Jojoba esters, Phenoxyethanol, Helianthus annuus seed cera, Caesalpinia spinosa fruit extract, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexyl stearate, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Tocopheryl acetate, Kappaphycus alvarezii extract, Ci 77891, Retinyl palmitate, Acacia decurrens flower cera, Polyglycerin-6, Adenosine, Sodium hyaluronate, Mica, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Sodium isostearate, Rosa multiflora fruit extract, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Citric acid, Tin oxide, Croton lechleri resin extract, 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.
| UriageAge Protect Filler CareYOUR PRODUCT | preangeVit B5 Emulsion | Doctor Rogers RestoreRestore Face Lotion | STEAMBASESqualane Moisture Restoring Cream | |
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| Match | — | 57% | 55% | 52% |
| Price | $31.89 | $21.15−$10.74 | $72.00+$40.11 | $31.00−$0.89 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 13 | 5 of 13 | 5 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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