Folic acid
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Summary
- Anti-aging
WIMJ Team
Can help stimulate collagen production in skin. While available studies are promising, more research is needed to confirm the efficacy in skin
Products with Folic acid
- Moisturizing
- Anti-oxidation
- palmitoyl oligopeptide
- palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7
- panthenol
- allantoin
- caprylic/capric triglyceride
- cetyl alcohol
- cetyl palmitate
- dimethicone
- dimethicone crosspolymer
- dunaliella salina extract
- ethylhexyl palmitate
- folic acid
- glycerin
- homarine hcl
- lycium barbarum fruit extract
- olea europaea fruit oil
- sodium hyaluronate
- squalene
- tocopherol
- vitis vinifera seed oil
- +17 more
FULFILLED
- Cleansing
- Exfoliation
- Anti-blemish
- sh-polypeptide-9
- copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14
- heptapeptide-15 palmitate
- retinol
- linoleic acid
- palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7
- palmitoyl tripeptide-1
- sh-oligopeptide-1
- sh-oligopeptide-2
- sh-polypeptide-1
- sh-polypeptide-11
- alanine
- arginine
- aspartic acid
- cetearyl alcohol
- coco-caprylate/caprate
- coconut alkanes
- folic acid
- glycerin
- glycine
- glycine soja oil
- histidine
- isoleucine
- isomalt
- linolenic acid
- pca
- proline
- sclerocarya birrea seed oil
- serine
- sodium hyaluronate
- sodium lactate
- sodium pca
- threonine
- tocopherol
- +31 more
FULFILLED
- Anti-aging
- Anti-oxidation
- Exfoliation
- Moisturizing
- Evens skin tone
- +2 more
- niacinamide
- adenosine
- lactic acid
- ascorbic acid polypeptide
- acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester
- copper tripeptide-1
- gluconolactone
- retinol
- acetyl hexapeptide-8
- ceramide ap
- ceramide eop
- ceramide np
- palmitoyl hexapeptide-12
- palmitoyl pentapeptide-4
- palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7
- palmitoyl tripeptide-1
- palmitoyl tripeptide-5
- panthenol
- phytosphingosine
- urea
- alanine
- arginine
- aspartic acid
- betaine
- bifida ferment lysate
- biosaccharide gum-1
- borago officinalis seed oil
- caprylic/capric triglyceride
- centella asiatica extract
- cetearyl alcohol
- cholesterol
- citrulline
- cyclopentasiloxane
- cysteine
- dimethicone
- elaeis guineensis oil
- epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract
- ficus carica fruit extract
- folic acid
- glucosamine hcl
- glutamic acid
- glycerin
- glycine
- glycosyl trehalose
- helianthus annuus seed oil
- histidine
- hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin)
- hydrogenated starch hydrolysate
- hydroxydecyl ubiquinone
- isoleucine
- lysine
- macadamia integrifolia seed oil
- magnesium pca
- oenothera biennis oil
- ornithine
- plankton extract
- proline
- saccharide hydrolysate
- serine
- sodium hyaluronate
- sodium lactate
- squalane
- sucrose
- threonine
- tocopherol
- tyrosine
- +63 more
FULFILLED
- Anti-aging
- Anti-oxidation
- Exfoliation
- Moisturizing
- Evens skin tone
- Anti-blemish
- +3 more
- retinol
- ascorbic acid
- niacinamide
- dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate
- alanine
- arginine
- aspartic acid
- butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
- butyrospermum parkii butter
- calcium pantothenate
- cetyl alcohol
- cyanocobalamin
- dimethicone
- folic acid
- glucose
- glutamic acid
- glutathione
- glycerin
- glycine
- haberlea rhodopensis leaf extract
- histidine
- hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid
- inositol
- isoleucine
- lysine hcl
- niacin
- ornithine
- prunus amygdalus dulcis oil
- retinyl acetate
- serine
- silica
- sodium hyaluronate
- sodium lactate
- soluble collagen
- threonine
- titanium dioxide
- tyrosine
- zea mays oil
- +35 more
FULFILLED
- Moisturizing
- Anti-aging
- anhydroxylitol
- niacinamide
- retinyl palmitate
- ascorbic acid
- ceramide 3
- panthenol
- betaine
- cocos nucifera fruit extract
- dipotassium glycyrrhizate
- folic acid
- glycerin
- glyceryl linolenate
- xylitylglucoside
- +10 more
FULFILLED
- Anti-aging
- Moisturizing
- Evens skin tone
- Anti-oxidation
- Anti-blemish
- +2 more
- niacinamide
- arginine hcl
- camellia sinensis leaf extract
- folic acid
- glucose
- glycerin
- glycine
- histidine hcl
- inositol
- isoleucine
- lysine hcl
- serine
- threonine
- tyrosine
- +11 more
FULFILLED
- Exfoliation
- Evens skin tone
- Moisturizing
- retinyl palmitate
- ascorbic acid
- lactic acid
- glycolic acid
- carnitine hcl
- cyanocobalamin
- ethylhexyl palmitate
- folic acid
- glycerin
- glyceryl linolenate
- niacin
- pantothenic acid
- polyglyceryl-10 oleate
- sodium hyaluronate
- sodium lactate
- sodium pca
- tartaric acid
- tocopherol
- +15 more
FULFILLED
- Anti-aging
- Anti-oxidation
- Exfoliation
- Moisturizing
- Evens skin tone
- Anti-blemish
- +3 more
- niacinamide
- adenosine
- ascorbic acid
- lactobionic acid
- biosaccharide gum-1
- chondrus crispus extract
- cyanocobalamin
- folic acid
- glycerin
- pantothenic acid
- pyridoxine
- saccharum officinarum extract
- sodium hyaluronate
- tocopherol
- tranexamic acid
- +12 more
FULFILLED
- Anti-aging
- Anti-oxidation
- Exfoliation
- Moisturizing
- Evens skin tone
- Anti-blemish
- +3 more
- niacinamide
- adenosine
- retinol
- sodium ascorbyl phosphate
- retinyl palmitate
- oligopeptide-1
- acetyl hexapeptide-8
- ceramide np
- linoleic acid
- panthenol
- betaine
- calcium pantothenate
- caprylic/capric triglyceride
- carthamus tinctorius seed oil
- centella asiatica extract
- cetearyl alcohol
- corallina officinalis extract
- crithmum maritimum callus culture filtrate
- cyanocobalamin
- cyclopentasiloxane
- diglycerin
- dimethicone
- folic acid
- glycerin
- glyceryl linolenate
- hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin)
- inositol
- lysine
- melia azadirachta leaf extract
- oenothera biennis oil
- olea europaea fruit oil
- pyridoxine
- silica
- simmondsia chinensis seed oil
- squalane
- tocopherol
- +33 more
FULFILLED
- Anti-aging
- Moisturizing
- Evens skin tone
- Anti-blemish
- +1 more
- niacinamide
- adenosine
- anhydroxylitol
- ceramide np
- dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate
- palmitoyl pentapeptide-4
- palmitoyl tripeptide-5
- panthenol
- beta-glucan
- biosaccharide gum-1
- centella asiatica extract
- cholesterol
- cyclopentasiloxane
- dimethicone
- dimethiconol
- ethylhexyl palmitate
- folic acid
- glycerin
- glycosyl trehalose
- helianthus annuus seed oil
- hydrogenated starch hydrolysate
- inositol
- peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone
- polymethylsilsesquioxane
- silica
- sodium polyacrylate
- xylitylglucoside
- +24 more
FULFILLED
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ACETYL DIPEPTIDE-1 CETYL ESTER
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GLYCOLIC ACID
An 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
HEPTAPEPTIDE-15 PALMITATE
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LACTIC ACID
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 microbiom)
COPPER PALMITOYL HEPTAPEPTIDE-14
A synthetic peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Can help speed up wound healing
PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-12
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL OLIGOPEPTIDE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-7
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
RETINOL
Two 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 irritating
RETINYL PALMITATE
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
ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
ADENOSINE PHOSPHATE
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to stimulate collagen production in skin
AMINOPROPYL ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE
A more stable but less potent derivative of vitamin C. It can help neautralize free radicals and even out the skin tone if used in high enough concentration (required levels are likely to be much higher than for pure vitamin C, and solid studies are lacking at the moment)
OLEANOLIC ACID
Might be helpful against blemishes, work as an anti-oxidant, reduce inflammation and improve skin's ability to hold on to moisture, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness when applied topically to human skin
TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective.
TRIPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TETRAPEPTIDE-21
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TRIPEPTIDE-32
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
DIPEPTIDE-2
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ADENOSINE
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to stimulate collagen production in skin
FERULIC ACID
A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
CREATINE
Can support skin's ability to neutralize free radicals and produce collagen, though further research is needed to confirm effectiveness
ATELOCOLLAGEN
A protein that helps to attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
SERINE
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
THREONINE
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
LYSINE
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
VITIS VINIFERA SEED EXTRACT
A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation
GLUCONOLACTONE
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
ZINC CARBONATE
Might be helpful in reducing fine lines in wrinkles, especially if combined with magnesium aluminum silicate and malonic acid
PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-19
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-52
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
MALTOBIONIC ACID
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is genter than AHAs. In addition, it helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
LACTOBIONIC ACID
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing a smoother, more even skin. PHAs tend to be gentler on the skin compared to AHAs (for example, glycolic acid). It also has hydrating properties and helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help calm down inflammation in skin and support restoration of the barrier function. It has an anti-oxidant effect as well. It can help reduce fine line, wrinkles and improve skin elasticity
ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-8
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-5
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL PENTAPEPTIDE-4
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ARGININE/LYSINE POLYPEPTIDE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-38
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL TETRAPEPTIDE-2
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TRIFLUOROACETYL TRIPEPTIDE-2
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
DIPEPTIDE DIAMINOBUTYROYL BENZYLAMIDE DIACETATE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL TETRAPEPTIDE-9
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
COPPER TRIPEPTIDE-1
A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
TRIPEPTIDE-10 CITRULLINE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-7
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL OCTAPEPTIDE-3
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL TETRAPEPTIDE-17
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
DIPEPTIDE-8
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
HEXAPEPTIDE-9
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
MYRISTOYL NONAPEPTIDE-3
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OCTAPEPTIDE-7
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-34
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-5
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-4
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TOCOTRIENOLS
A type of vitamin E that is more powerful in neutralizing free radicals compared to its other forms
ALANYL GLUTAMINE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
CARNOSINE
A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage
HYDROXYDECYL UBIQUINONE
An analogue of coenzyme Q10 that has a lower molecular weight, which can improve its ability to penetrate the skin. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
RESVERATROL
Helps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as even out the skin tone
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-11
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-9
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
GLUCONIC ACID
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in imporved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Might help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
OLIGOPEPTIDE-10
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ARABIDOPSIS THALIANA EXTRACT
Plant extract that might be helpful in repairing sun damage but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
ASTAXANTHIN
Helps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to calm down inflammation
GALACTOMYCES FERMENT FILTRATE
A yeast ferment filtrate (also known as Pitera - a trademarked name for the filtrate reserved by the SK-II brand). It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, can help neutralize antioxidants and can be helpful in evening out the skin tone. It might be somewhat helpful in preventing premature skin aging but solid evidence is lacking. A small manufacturer study also shows that, when used in high concentrations, it can help reduce sebum production and help against blocked pores
RETINYL PROPIONATE
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, even thought its potency is not as well established as in case of retinol or retinaldehyde
3-GLYCERYL ASCORBATE
A moisturizing vitamin C derivative. It is considered to be one of the most stable ones. It is effective in neutralizing free radicals and can help to even out the skin tone if used in high enough concentration
3-O-ETHYL ASCORBIC ACID
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
ACETYL TETRAPEPTIDE-11
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL TETRAPEPTIDE-15
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL TETRAPEPTIDE-5
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ASPARTIC ACID
An amino-acid that helps increase skin hydration and might help to slightly improve skin firmness, potentially reducing lines and wrinkles
CENTELLA ASIATICA LEAF EXTRACT
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-3
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
MADECASSOSIDE
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
BAKUCHIOL
A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation
ADAPALENE
A retinoid that is effective against acne and keratosis pilaris. It can also help reduce signs of aging (fine lines, wrinkles, loss of elasticity) and can improve skin tone
RETINYL RETINOATE
A "hybrid" of retinol and retinoic acid. It is more stable than retinol and is likely to be more effective based on the early research data available. Is as irritating as retinol
RETINYL LINOLEATE
An ester of a retinoid and linoleic acid. Three steps removed from the bioactive form of retinoid, retinoic acid. Once converted to retinoic acid in skin, it can help reduce wrinkles, stimulate collagen production, even out skin tone and reduce blemishes. The concentrations used in cosmetic products are often not high enough to have a positive effect in skin.
NIACIN
A form of vitamin B3. It is similar in action to niacinamide, but is more likely to cause red flashes in skin as the side effect
ASIATICOSIDE
An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating
SH-OLIGOPEPTIDE-2
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-68
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
HYDROXYDECYL UBIQUINOYL DIPALMITOYL GLYCERATE
Idebenone complex. Helps neutralize free radicals in skin
OLIGOPEPTIDE-3
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-56
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PHLORETIN
An antioxidant. Can help neutralize free radicals in skin
EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATYL GLUCOSIDE
A synthetic version of green tea polyphenol that helps neutralize free radicals in skin
OLEOYL DIPEPTIDE-15
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLEOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-31
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
CAPROOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-3
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL DIPEPTIDE-10
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
HEXANOYL DIPEPTIDE-3 NORLEUCINE ACETATE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
CAMELLIA SINENSIS CATECHINS
A group of chemical compounds extracted from Green Tea. They can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Might be able to help repair sun damage and clam down inflammation in skin
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-16
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TETRADECYL AMINOBUTYROYLVALYLAMINOBUTYRIC UREA TRIFLUOROACETATE
A peptide. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, support skin's barrier function and might have some slight anti-aging effect through stimulating skin's own production of hyaluronic acid
OLIGOPEPTIDE-4
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TETRAPEPTIDE-5
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TETRAPEPTIDE-36
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TETRAPEPTIDE-7
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TETRAPEPTIDE-38
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-31
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TETRAPEPTIDE-40
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
HEXAPEPTIDE-42
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
HEXAPEPTIDE-33
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
TRIPEPTIDE-13
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PENTAPEPTIDE-4
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
AZELAOYL BIS-DIPEPTIDE-10
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PALMITOYL SH-TRIPEPTIDE-4 AMIDE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL CYCLOHEXAPEPTIDE-34
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL DECAPEPTIDE-3
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL HEPTAPEPTIDE-9
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-30
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-37
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL SH-HEPTAPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ASCORBIC ACID POLYPEPTIDE
A type of peptide. Might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
MYRISTOYL PENTAPEPTIDE-8
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
NICOTIANA BENTHAMIANA HEXAPEPTIDE-40 SH-OLIGOPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
BIOTINOYL TRIPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
COPPER HEPTAPEPTIDE-14 PANTOTHENATE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
CYCLOTETRAPEPTIDE-24 AMINOCYCLOHEXANE CARBOXYLATE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
DECAPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
DECAPEPTIDE-22
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
FERULOYL OLIGOPEPTIDE-33
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
DIPEPTIDE-4
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
FERRIC HEXAPEPTIDE-35
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
HEXAPEPTIDE-11
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
HEXAPEPTIDE-2
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
HEXAPEPTIDE-3
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
HEXAPEPTIDE-48 HCL
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
LAUROYL SH-OLIGOPEPTIDE-33
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-2
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
MYRISTOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-16
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
MYRISTOYL PENTAPEPTIDE-17
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
N-PROLYL PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-56 ACETATE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
NIACINAMIDE/YEAST POLYPEPTIDE
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
NONAPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OCTAPEPTIDE-2
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-24
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-30
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-31
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-32
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-33
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-35
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
OLIGOPEPTIDE-41
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ASCORBYL TETRAISOPALMITATE
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)
PENTAPEPTIDE-18
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-22
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-45
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-8
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
PENTAPEPTIDE-34 TRIFLUOROACETATE
A type of peptide that works as a great moisturizer. It might also have some anti-aging effect and help neutralize free radicals in skin
SH-DECAPEPTIDE-7
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
SH-OCTAPEPTIDE-4
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
SH-OLIGOPEPTIDE-9
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
NICOTINOYL TRIPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
ACETYL TYROSINAMIDE
An amino acid derivative. A manufacturer's study shows that it can help somewhat reduce wrinkles when used in combination with a low concentration of glycolic acid. No independent human in-vivo studies of this compound are available
DIPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have anti-aging benefits
PENTAPEPTIDE-48
A type of peptide. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have anti-aging benefits
EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATE
A polyphenol found in tea. This particular compound abbreviated EGCG is the most powerful antioxidant among those extracted from tea (usually green tea). Unfortunately, EGCG is unstable, requires a low pH (below 4) to prevent quick degradation, and does not penetrate the skin very well. This is why the full anti-oxidant effect of EGCG is typically not realized when it is added to topical skincare
Tretinoin
Bioavailable 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
HYDROXYPINACOLONE RETINOATE
A derivative of the most potent form of vitamin A, retinoic acid. The ingredient can be sold under name Granactive Retinoid. Note that if a skincare brand discloses the concentration of Granactive Retinoid in a product, the concentration refers to a diluted form of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: 1% of Granactive Retinoid corresponds to 0.1% of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate. Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR) is a unique derivative of retinoic acid because it can directly work in the skin and does not require additional conversion steps. According to studies done by the manufacturer on models of human skin (not real people), this derivative is more effective than other cosmetic versions of retinoids (such as retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinyl palmitate), and, at the same time, causes less irritation. It has been also demonstrated to be more stable than retinol which makes formulating with easier and increases the chances that a product with it will maintain its effectiveness after opening. The packaging should still ideally be air-tight. HPR is available over the counter in the EU, UK, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but is only with a prescription in Canada.
RETINAL
One step removed from the biologically active in skin form of vitamin A. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinal 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. Concentrations of 0.05% and 0.1% are shown to be effective. It can, however, be irritating
ASCORBIC ACID
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
NIACINAMIDE
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-17
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
SH-OLIGOPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-1
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles