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Yves Saint Laurent Pure Shots Lines Away Anti-Aging Serum
Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Pure Shots Lines Away Anti-Aging Serum

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh
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Works for

Anti-aging
Adenosine, Acetyl tetrapeptide-9 + 2 more
Works well
What the product description says
“Pure Shots Lines Away Anti-Aging Serum”
From product name

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.

These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl tetrapeptide-9.

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.

AdenosineKey activeEffect: HighMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.05–0.25%
Acetyl tetrapeptide-9Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.05–0.2%
RhamnoseEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together. It also helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~2.2–3.3%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.15–0.6%
Moisturizing
Acetyl tetrapeptide-9, Glycerin + 13 more
Works well
What the product description says
“Fine Lines, Wrinkles, and Loss of Firmness and Elasticity Formulation.”
Source: Sephora CA

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, sodium hyaluronate.

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, dimethiconol.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl tetrapeptide-9

Acetyl tetrapeptide-9HeroEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.05–0.2%
GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~2.9–4.3%
RhamnoseKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps oil and water mix together. It also helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~2.2–3.3%
Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriolKey activeEffect: HighA sugar-derived compound that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to stimulate synthesis of skin's own moisturizing factors, but solid research is lacking. It could be irritating~1.3–1.9%
Peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps create a nice product texture and attract water to the upper layer of the skin~1.1–1.7%
DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~1–1.45%
DimethiconolKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time~0.05–0.2%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.25%
AdenosineKey activeEffect: MediumMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)~0.05–0.25%
GlucoseKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function~0.05–0.1%
Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~4.4–6.6%
Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.05–0.2%
Glyceryl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~0.05–0.1%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.15–0.6%
Sodium lactateUnder-dosedHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product~0.05–0.3%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
4 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Benzyl salicylate + 2 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 21 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Alcohol denat.Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve productsHigh~1.7–2.5%est.
Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriolA sugar-derived compound that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to stimulate synthesis of skin's own moisturizing factors, but solid research is lacking. It could be irritatingHigh~1.3–1.9%est.
Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.95–1.45%est.
Coco-glucosideUsed as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritatingHigh~0.4–0.9%est.
Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.01–0.1%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.01–0.05%est.
Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.1%est.
Glyceryl oleateHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.01–0.05%est.
Hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acidUsed to regulate product's pH, but can be also used as an exfoliator when included in higher concentrations. There is a controversy about whether it can generate free radicals and induce skin cell damage when used in topical productsMedium~0.5–1.1%est.
Lactic acidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)Medium~0.15–0.6%est.
Sodium lactateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the productMedium~0.05–0.3%est.
ChlorphenesinA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
Polyvinyl alcoholHelps improve the product textureMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
Benzoic acidA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
Cereus grandiflorus flower extractA cactus extract that can help neutralize free radicals because it contains a chemical compound called betacyanins and flavonolglycosides. Can help make the surface of the skin dryer helping make pores look smaller for a very short period of time. The concentrations usually used in cosmetics are too small to have any effectMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
CarrageenanHelps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulationMedium~0.05–0.25%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.15%est.
Glycol distearateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
Comedogenic
1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
1 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
CarrageenanHelps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation3/5~0.05–0.25%est.
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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Butylene glycol~4.4–6.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Glycerin~2.9–4.3%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Rhamnose~2.2–3.3%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

Helps oil and water mix together. It also helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Alcohol denat.~1.7–2.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

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Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol~1.3–1.9%
Key activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

A sugar-derived compound that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to stimulate synthesis of skin's own moisturizing factors, but solid research is lacking. It could be irritating

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Propylene glycol~0.95–1.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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Peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin~1.1–1.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps create a nice product texture and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Dimethicone~1–1.45%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingMattifying

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

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Hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid~0.5–1.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Exfoliation

Used to regulate product's pH, but can be also used as an exfoliator when included in higher concentrations. There is a controversy about whether it can generate free radicals and induce skin cell damage when used in topical products

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Coco-glucoside~0.4–0.9%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating

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Lactic acid~0.15–0.6%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
ExfoliationMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-aging

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

More about Lactic acid
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Sodium lactate~0.05–0.3%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.25%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Sodium chloride~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures

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Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Adenosine~0.05–0.25%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-agingMoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)

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Acetyl tetrapeptide-9~0.05–0.2%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Iris florentina root extract~0.05–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Iris florentina root extract
Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Cellulose acetate butyrate~0.05–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Cellulose acetate butyrate
Polyphosphorylcholine glycol acrylate~0.05–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Polyvinyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps improve the product texture

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Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.05–0.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Dimethiconol~0.05–0.2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time

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Benzyl salicylate~0.01–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Benzoic acid~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Linalool~0.01–0.05%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Caprylyl glycol~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Carbomer~0.05–0.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Cereus grandiflorus flower extract~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A cactus extract that can help neutralize free radicals because it contains a chemical compound called betacyanins and flavonolglycosides. Can help make the surface of the skin dryer helping make pores look smaller for a very short period of time. The concentrations usually used in cosmetics are too small to have any effect

More about Cereus grandiflorus flower extract
Carrageenan~0.05–0.25%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
3/5

Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation

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Citric acid~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Glucose~0.05–0.1%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function

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Glycol distearate~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Glyceryl oleate~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

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Glyceryl stearate~0.05–0.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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Parfum~0.01–0.05%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Ingredient list view

Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Rhamnose, Alcohol denat., Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol, Propylene glycol, Peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin, Dimethicone, Hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid, Coco-glucoside, Lactic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium lactate, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Adenosine, Acetyl tetrapeptide-9, Iris florentina root extract, Chlorphenesin, Cellulose acetate butyrate, Polyphosphorylcholine glycol acrylate, Polyvinyl alcohol, Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Dimethiconol, Benzyl salicylate, Benzoic acid, Linalool, Benzyl alcohol, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Cereus grandiflorus flower extract, Carrageenan, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate, Glucose, Glycol distearate, Glyceryl oleate, Glyceryl stearate, Parfum

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    Potentially beneficial effects of rhamnose on skin ageing: an in vitro and in vivo studypubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  3. 3
    A Compensating Skin Care Complex Containing Pro-xylane in Menopausal Women: Results from a Multicentre, Evaluator-blinded, Randomized Studyingentaconnect.com
  4. 4
    Synthesis of Pro-XylaneTM: A new biologically active C-glycoside in aqueous mediasciencedirect.com
  5. 5
    First case of contact dermatitis caused by hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol used in an anti-ageing creamsemanticscholar.org
  6. 6
    Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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