Yon-Ka Paris Skincare for Men Age Defense
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing14 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Combat signs of skin aging with this non-greasy anti-aging cream for men that hydrates the skin and smooths 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:
biosaccharide gum-1, glycerin.
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: dimethicone, adansonia digitata seed oil.
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“Combat signs of skin aging with this non-greasy anti-aging cream for men that hydrates the skin and smooths lines and wrinkles.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
This ingredient imperata cylindrica root extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 6 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (imperata cylindrica root extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy17 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pelargonium graveolens leaf oil + 15 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinIsodecyl neopentanoate~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
More about Isodecyl neopentanoatePeg-6 stearate~2.3–3.4%
Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerAdansonia digitata seed oil~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilPeg-32 stearate~1.3–2%
Dimethicone~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeIsononyl isononanoate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateMyristyl myristate~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristateBiosaccharide gum-1~0.4–1%
- 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-1Fagus sylvatica bud extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Imperata cylindrica root extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Imperata cylindrica root extractSodium lactate methylsilanol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hordeum vulgare extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten
More about Hordeum vulgare extractLavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilPelargonium graveolens leaf oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Pelargonium graveolens leaf oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilCupressus sempervirens oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus grandis peel oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.05–0.2%
Bisabolol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololPhellodendron amurense bark extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect
More about Phellodendron amurense bark extractSantalum album extract~0.1–0.35%
Bacopa monnieri leaf extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Xanthan gum~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.35%
- 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 acetateAscorbyl tetraisopalmitate0.2%
- Irritation risk
- 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)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateButylene glycol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolRetinyl palmitate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateBiosaccharide gum-2~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolRhus semialata gall extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mentha piperita oil~0.05–0.25%
Mimosa tenuiflora bark extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Moringa pterygosperma seed extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Moringa pterygosperma seed extractCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHydroxyethylcellulose~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcellulosePogostemon cablin leaf oil~0.05–0.3%
Evernia prunastri extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ribes nigrum bud extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dextrin~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzoic acid~0.05–0.25%
Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.15%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Citronellol~0.05–0.2%
Geraniol~0.01–0.05%
Citral~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Peg-6 stearate, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Peg-32 stearate, Dimethicone, Isononyl isononanoate, Myristyl myristate, Biosaccharide gum-1, Fagus sylvatica bud extract, Imperata cylindrica root extract, Sodium lactate methylsilanol, Unknown, Hordeum vulgare extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Pelargonium graveolens leaf oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Cupressus sempervirens oil, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Bisabolol, Phellodendron amurense bark extract, Santalum album extract, Bacopa monnieri leaf extract, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Xanthan gum, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl acetate, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Butylene glycol, Retinyl palmitate, Biosaccharide gum-2, Panthenol, Rhus semialata gall extract, Mentha piperita oil, Mimosa tenuiflora bark extract, Moringa pterygosperma seed extract, Caprylyl glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Pogostemon cablin leaf oil, Evernia prunastri extract, Ribes nigrum bud extract, Dextrin, Benzyl alcohol, Benzoic acid, Chlorphenesin, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citral
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 25 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 4Allergic contact dermatitis from grassespubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Celiac Disease & Skin Care Productsbadgut.org
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