Works for
3 of 4 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Hydrolyzed yeast extractStrong evidence
“Key Ingredients Niacinamide (B3) minimizes pores and redness, evens skin tone and boosts lipids to strengthen the skin barrier Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract and Oat provide anti-inflammatory benefits to the skin Allantoin naturally exfoliates and combats sun damage Key Benefits Hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier Minimizes pores, redness and even skin tone Naturally exfoliates and combats sun damage”
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.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Glycerin + 9 moreStrong evidence
“It harnesses industry-lauded ingredients (like niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, allantoin and vitamin E to name but a few) to hydrate, smooth and soothe skin — relieving irritation and the look of dullness in the process — while increasing its resistance against pesky environmental aggressors and their tendency to encourage premature ageing.”
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:
avena sativa kernel flour, biosaccharide gum-1.
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, avena sativa kernel flour.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Butyrospermum parkii butterStrong evidence
“It harnesses industry-lauded ingredients (like niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, allantoin and vitamin E to name but a few) to hydrate, smooth and soothe skin — relieving irritation and the look of dullness in the process — while increasing its resistance against pesky environmental aggressors and their tendency to encourage premature ageing.”
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.
ExfoliationAllantoinWeak evidence
“Key Ingredients Niacinamide (B3) minimizes pores and redness, evens skin tone and boosts lipids to strengthen the skin barrier Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract and Oat provide anti-inflammatory benefits to the skin Allantoin naturally exfoliates and combats sun damage Key Benefits Hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier Minimizes pores, redness and even skin tone Naturally exfoliates and combats sun damage”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, AllantoinStrong evidence
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Isopropyl myristate~5.1–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateNiacinamide~3.7–5.5%
- 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 NiacinamideGlycerin~2.7–4.1%
- 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 GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter~2.1–3.2%
- 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 butterHydrolyzed yeast extract~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties
More about Hydrolyzed yeast extractGlyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleate~1.4–2.2%
Cetyl alcohol~1.3–2%
- 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 alcoholStearyl alcohol~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholPropanediol~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAvena sativa kernel oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel oilAvena sativa kernel flour~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of colloidal oatmeal. Can contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Is effective in supporting skin barrier
More about Avena sativa kernel flourAllantoin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinTocopheryl acetate~0.35–0.8%
- 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 acetateTasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Biosaccharide gum-1~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateXanthan gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulosePolyglucuronic acid~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Often used to support the moisturization effect of polysaccharides (contained, for example, in yeast extract)
More about Polyglucuronic acidSodium benzoate~0.1–0.3%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.3%
Lecithin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinCitric acid~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Isopropyl myristate, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Hydrolyzed yeast extract, Glyceryl citrate/lactate/linoleate/oleate, Cetyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Propanediol, Avena sativa kernel oil, Avena sativa kernel flour, Allantoin, Tocopheryl acetate, Tasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract, Biosaccharide gum-1, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Xanthan gum, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Polyglucuronic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Lecithin, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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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.
| VERSOBody LotionYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayLipikar Balm AP+ Lotion, Body and Face Moisturizer for Extra Dry Skin | MarudermHyaluronic Acid Moisturizer Face & Body Cream | Be MinimalistNiacinamide 05% Body Lotion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 88% | 88% |
| Price | $44.10 | $22.99−$21.11 | $21.99−$22.11 | $6.00−$38.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Np | Panthenol | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"VERSO - Body Lotion" is effective for: Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish, Moisturizing and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- We particularly like that there is a good concentration of Niacinamide (3.70% - 5.50%) in this moisturizer. Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is a great ingredient to have in a moisturizer. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and help improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
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Sources cited in this review
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