Valjean Labs Restore - Niacinamide + Zinc
Works for
Anti-blemishNiacinamideWorks well
“Calm blemish-prone skin with niacinamide + zinc to restore and rejuvenate.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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-agingSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Benzophenone-4Medium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycereth-26~2.9–4.4%
Xanthan gum~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAminomethyl propanol~1.7–2.6%
Niacinamide~1.3–1.9%
- 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 NiacinamideCitric acid~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidBenzophenone-4~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Peg-12 dimethicone~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Peg-12 dimethiconeZinc lactate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydroxide~0.3–0.75%
Lonicera caprifolium flower extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera caprifolium flower extractLonicera japonica flower extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.01–0.1%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.01–0.05%
Benzyl alcohol~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCi 14700~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Glycereth-26, Xanthan gum, Aminomethyl propanol, Niacinamide, Citric acid, Benzophenone-4, Peg-12 dimethicone, Zinc lactate, Sodium hydroxide, Lonicera caprifolium flower extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dehydroacetic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Ci 14700
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Valjean LabsRestore - Niacinamide + ZincYOUR PRODUCT | mixsoonPDRN Collagen Serum | Awake BeautyGlow Pill Super Serum | MIXITSkin Chemistry Anti-Blemish Serum Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 0,5% | |
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| Match | — | 92% | 91% | 91% |
| Price | — | $16.93 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Panthenol | Arginine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Bondi Sands Begin Again Vitamin B3 SerumNaturium Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%
Product summary
"Valjean Labs - Restore - Niacinamide + Zinc" is effective for: Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish and Anti-aging
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Benzophenone 4: An emerging allergen in cosmetics and toiletries?pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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