Works for
MoisturizingLactobacillus/kelp ferment filtrate, Sodium pca + 7 moreWorks
“Hydrating, vitality-boosting wonder serum / 1.7 oz”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium pca.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Astaxanthin, Superoxide dismutase + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (astaxanthin, glutathione, superoxide dismutase) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Evens skin toneSide benefit · GlutathioneWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glutathione
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.
Anti-agingSide benefit the brand mentions · AstaxanthinMay help
“This super-antioxidant plays an essential role as an inflammatory modulator. . Probiotics fortify skin immunity, reduce environmental damage, and activate skin repair. . Advanced Antioxidant Factors, chiral forms of isolated antioxidant factors specially developed in-house such as thioredoxin – a polypeptide that is crucial for cell function and controls cell redox potential, and has the ability to stimulate cell growth, reduce inflammation and rebuild damaged skin. . Porphyridium cruentum, a mineral-rich marine extract with superior polysaccharide content, restores skin’s natural repair and renewal functionality and prevents age-related breakdown of natural hyaluronic acid reserves. . Fucoxanthin, a powerful antioxidant extracted from seaweed, helps regulate cell division while eliminating the presence of toxic buildup in skin cells.”
This product contains astaxanthin. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow 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%
Lactobacillus/kelp ferment filtrate~4.4–6.6%
Sodium pca~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaGlycerin~2.7–4%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylyl glycol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSorbic acid~0.3–0.6%
Artocarpus heterophyllus seed extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Astaxanthin~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to calm down inflammation
More about AstaxanthinPorphyridium polysaccharide~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocos nucifera water~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Cocos nucifera waterSuperoxide dismutase~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant enzyme that is naturally present in skin. It can help support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin. It is used in topical medications for inflammatory skin conditions including atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. There are three types of natural Superoxide Dismutase in human skin. The compound used in topical treatments and cosmetics are mimics of typically one of these natural variants
More about Superoxide dismutasePorphyridium cruentum extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A red algae extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have an antioxidant effect
More about Porphyridium cruentum extractFucoxanthin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have an antioxidant effect in skin
More about FucoxanthinGlutathione~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlutathioneP-anisic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateIngredient list view
Water, Lactobacillus/kelp ferment filtrate, Sodium pca, Glycerin, Unknown, Caprylyl glycol, Sorbic acid, Artocarpus heterophyllus seed extract, Unknown, Astaxanthin, Porphyridium polysaccharide, Cocos nucifera water, Superoxide dismutase, Porphyridium cruentum extract, Fucoxanthin, Glutathione, Unknown, Unknown, Unknown, P-anisic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl caprylate
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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.
| YULIAmbrosia NectarYOUR PRODUCT | Skin ActivesCollagen Serum | Dr. Bailey Skin CareInstantly Luminous Multi-Action Serum | Dr. Zenovia SkincareHyaluronic Acid + Peptide Serum | |
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| Match | — | 36% | 35% | 35% |
| Price | $192.00 | $8.88−$183.12 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Tea Extract | Bakuchiol |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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