PRODUCT REVIEW
Yon-Ka Paris Serum C20
Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Evens skin tone
- Anti-aging
- Moisturizing
- Anti-oxidation
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Can it cause trouble?
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Works for
Does not work for
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
5.4% -
8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A 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)
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
5.4% -
8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A 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)
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
helianthus annuus seed oil
2.3% -
3.4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
prunus armeniaca kernel oil
4.6% -
7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient that helps soften the skin
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
5.4% -
8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A 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)
Anti-oxidation
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
5.4% -
8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A 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)
rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil
0.55% -
1.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
prunus armeniaca kernel oil
4.6% -
7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
An emollient that helps soften the skin
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Anti-blemish
Exfoliation
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How honest is this product?
Promise | Can it deliver? |
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Anti-aging | |
Moisturizing | |
Evens skin tone | |
Exfoliation | |
Anti-blemish |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
45/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Potential irritants
limonene
3.6% -
5.4%
Irritation risk:
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
citrus aurantium dulcis oil
2.7% -
4%
Irritation risk:
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
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Comodogenic ingredients
No comodogenic ingredients detected
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
5.4% -
8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging,
Moisturizing
A 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)
prunus armeniaca kernel oil
4.6% -
7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An emollient that helps soften the skin
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Potential irritants
limonene
3.6% -
5.4%
Irritation risk:
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
citrus aurantium dulcis oil
2.7% -
4%
Irritation risk:
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
5.4% -
8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Evens skin tone,
Anti-aging,
Moisturizing
A 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)
prunus armeniaca kernel oil
4.6% -
7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
An emollient that helps soften the skin
Show more
Ingredient list view
Brassica napus extract, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Limonene, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Curcuma longa callus extract, Punica granatum leaf cell extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pelargonium graveolens leaf oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Cupressus sempervirens oil, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil, Parfum, Tocopheryl acetate, Citral, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol
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- Assessment of penetration of Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate into biological membranes by molecular dynamics
- Stability evaluation of tocopheryl acetate and ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate in isolation and incorporated in cosmetic formulations using thermal analysis
- A new lipophilic pro-vitamin C, tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid (VC-IP), prevents UV-induced skin pigmentation through its anti-oxidative properties
- New lipophilic pro-vitamin C, tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid (VC-IP), suppresses senile lentigo through controlling of melanocytes-keratinocytes interaction
- Safety Assessment of Citrus-Derived Peel Oils as Used in Cosmetics
- Oxidized citrus oil (R-limonene): A frequent skin sensitizer in Europe
- Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenes
- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Assessment report on Rosmarinus officinalis L., aetheroleum and Rosmarinus officinalis L., folium
- Screening of plant extracts for antimicrobial activity against bacteria and yeasts with dermatological relevance
- Occupational contact dermatitis due to essential oils
- The in vitro antimicrobial activity and chemometric modelling of 59 commercial essential oils against pathogens of dermatological relevance
- Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Properties of Rosemary and Sage (Rosmarinus officinalis L. and Salvia officinalis L., Lamiaceae) Essential Oils
- Chemical Composition, Plant Genetic Differences, Antimicrobial and Antifungal Activity Investigation of the Essential Oil of Rosmarinus officinalis L.