Works for
Anti-agingHydroxypinacolone retinoate, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 1 moreWorks well
“This gentle, effective formula visibly softens lines and wrinkles while firming skin and restoring bounce.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains hydroxypinacolone retinoate.
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.
MoisturizingButyrospermum parkii butter, Helianthus annuus hybrid oil + 10 moreWorks
“Shiitake mushroom extract supports the skin’s moisture barrier, and nourishing antioxidants like vitamin E and black currant seed oil to help protect against premature signs of aging.”
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:
glycerin, polyglycerin-3.
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, helianthus annuus hybrid oil.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Hydroxypinacolone retinoateWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: hydroxypinacolone retinoate.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Hydroxypinacolone retinoateMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Butyrospermum parkii butter~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A 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 butterHelianthus annuus hybrid oil~4.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Helianthus annuus hybrid oilTricaprylin~4.2–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Can increase penetration of other ingredients
More about TricaprylinC10-18 triglycerides~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture
More about C10-18 triglyceridesHydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides~2.4–3.7%
Polyhydroxystearic acid~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidStearyl behenate~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Stearyl behenateHelianthus annuus seed wax~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxWater~1.1–1.7%
Jojoba esters~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersTocopheryl acetate~0.85–1.25%
- 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 acetateRibes nigrum seed oil~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient. Can be helpful for restoring skin barrier function.
More about Ribes nigrum seed oilHydroxypinacolone retinoate~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.
More about Hydroxypinacolone retinoateTocopherol~0.5–1.15%
- 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 TocopherolLentinus edodes extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~0.4–0.9%
- 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 GlycerinAcacia decurrens flower wax~0.4–0.95%
Polyglycerin-3~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3Silica silylate~0.35–0.8%
Dimethyl isosorbide~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbideSodium citrate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citratePhytic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.45%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.4%
Ingredient list view
Butyrospermum parkii butter, Helianthus annuus hybrid oil, Tricaprylin, C10-18 triglycerides, Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Stearyl behenate, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Water, Jojoba esters, Tocopheryl acetate, Ribes nigrum seed oil, Hydroxypinacolone retinoate, Tocopherol, Lentinus edodes extract, Glycerin, Acacia decurrens flower wax, Polyglycerin-3, Silica silylate, Dimethyl isosorbide, Sodium citrate, Phytic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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| Versed SkinSmooth LandingYOUR PRODUCT | this worksday night eye care | HickapBedtime Magic Repairing Night Cream | SKINCITY skincare24H Light Emulsion | |
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| Match | — | 66% | 65% | 65% |
| Price | — | $64.31 | $37.99 | $2.72 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Bakuchiol | Gluconolactone |
| Irritancy | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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