
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
“Hyaluronic Acid increases hydration and plumps out the appearance of lines and wrinkles.”
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, glycine.
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, cocos nucifera oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: copper tripeptide-1
“Hyaluronic Acid increases hydration and plumps out the appearance of lines and wrinkles.”
This product contains copper tripeptide-1. This ingredient 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.
This product contains antioxidants (ubiquinone) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).


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Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceOne 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 GlycerinA 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 butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideAn emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinA naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispusHelps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
More about CarrageenanUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPure 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 TocopherolA fragrant plant oil, can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower oilHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateHelps to create a nice product texture and spread the product more easily on the skin
More about Glyceryl polyacrylateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateCoenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneWater, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Cocos nucifera oil, Glyceryl stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 dicitrate/stearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Coco-caprylate, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Copper tripeptide-1, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Spilanthes acmella flower/leaf/stem extract, Astragalus membranaceus root extract, Chondrus crispus, Carrageenan, Xanthan gum, Tocopherol, Lavandula angustifolia flower oil, Achillea millefolium oil, Angelica archangelica root oil, Boswellia carterii gum oil, Tilia cordata oil, Glycine, Sorbitol, Disodium acetyl glucosamine phosphate, Sodium glucuronate, Magnesium sulfate, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Glyceryl polyacrylate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Ubiquinone, Panthenol, Benzyl alcohol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol
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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.
| Wildsmith SkinActive Repair Copper Peptide Cream GWPYOUR PRODUCT | EighthDayThe Ultra-Rich Intensive Moisturizer | oganacellPeptide Recovery Cream | VitabridWrinkle Cream: Anti-Aging Face Brightening | Vitabrid US | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 61% | 60% |
| Price | — | $290.00 | $20.10 | $70.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 13 | 7 of 13 | 7 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Sh-Polypeptide-9 | Nonapeptide-1 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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"Wildsmith Skin - Active Repair Copper Peptide Cream GWP" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Glycerin, glycine, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, hydrolyzed soy protein and aloe barbadensis leaf juice in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (carthamus tinctorius seed oil, butyrospermum parkii butter, cocos nucifera oil, cetearyl alcohol and glyceryl stearate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 28 studies and safety reviews.
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