Acetyl Carnitine Hcl
In 4 skincare routines
Summary
Works for
- Mattifying
- Moisturizing
- Anti-blemish
Irritancy risk
1
LowMight be helpful in decreasing sebum production making the skin less oily. Is claimed to be able to support ceramide production in skin that leads to better hydration, but evidence is lacking. Is able to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Products with Acetyl Carnitine Hcl
Perricone MDCold Plasma Plus+ Sub-D/Neckniacinamideglycolic acidpalmitoyl tripeptide-5 +17 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +3
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RejuvausRestore & Firm Collagen Peptide Eye Serumretinalniacinamidenonapeptide-1 +27 actives
Anti-aging Evens skin tone +2
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CliniqueiD Dramatically Different Hydrating Jelly + Active Cartridge Concentrate - Active: Irregular Skin Texturesalicylic acidlactic acidglycolic acid +35 actives
Moisturizing Anti-aging +2
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Crème de la MerThe Moisturizing Soft Cream by La Merpetrolatumacetyl hexapeptide-8urea +24 actives
Moisturizing Anti-oxidation +1
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GLAMGLOWYOUTHCREAM Rejuvenating Power Peptide Moisturizeracetyl octapeptide-3linoleic aciddipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate +22 actives
Moisturizing Anti-aging +3
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Estée LauderRe-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Age Correcting Lotionaminopropyl ascorbyl phosphateacetyl hexapeptide-8panthenol +18 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +2
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OriginsGinzing Energy-Boosting Tinted Moisturizer SPF 40acetyl carnitine hcladenosine phosphatecaffeine +15 actives
Sun protection Anti-aging +3
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AvedaMen's Pure-Formance Grooming Creamacetyl carnitine hcladenosine phosphatecopernicia cerifera wax +8 actives
Moisturizing Anti-aging +1
FragranceAlcohol
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M.A.C CosmeticsPrep + Prime Moisture Infusionacetyl carnitine hclalgae extractastrocaryum murumuru seed butter +13 actives
Anti-oxidation Moisturizing +1
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Higher Education SkincareNight Owl Caffeinated Eye Crèmeretinolretinyl palmitatecaprylic/capric triglyceride +10 actives
Anti-oxidation Anti-aging +3
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Scientific sources
Similar ingredients
Mattifying
RetinolTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritatingCarnitine HclMight be helpful in decreasing sebum production making the skin less oily. Is claimed to be able to support ceramide production in skin that leads to better hydration, but evidence is lacking. Is able to attract water to the upper layer of the skinCarnitineTretinoinBioavailable form of Vitamin A that is the most effective known topical ingredients for reducing wrinkles, improving skin firmness, treating acne, as well as hyperpigmentation. It is not available over-the counter in many countries, including US and UK
Moisturizing
1-Trimethyl-2-Cyclohexenyl-1-Penten-3-OnePolyglycerin-6Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skinAcetyl GlucosamineAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
Anti-blemish
AllantoinHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydratedCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulationGlycolic AcidAn alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid