Arcona The Solution

Arcona The Solution
3.5
/ 10
Moisturizing
7.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
1.2Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
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Review

Results you may expect from using Arcona The Solution:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Arcona The Solution:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.5 out of 10.
  • Little anti-wrinkle effect: Arcona The Solution has an anti-wrinkle rating of 1.2 out of 10, so you may expect a positive, although insignificant, effect on wrinkles.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Arcona The Solution has a moisturizing rating of 3.5 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Purely humectant. It has zero occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list) and a high humectancy of 7.0 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈6.0%).

Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Arcona The Solution has a minimal anti-wrinkle rating of 1.2 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Glycolic Acid (est. ≈4.0%),
 highly effective in peelings, yet with below-average anti-wrinkle efficacy when used in leave-on skincare products.
 
Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver additional anti-wrinkle efficacy through its moisturizing action.
 

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
80
6
4
3
2
1
1
1
0.3
0.3
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Ratings

All humectants
7.0
6
1
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 7 10
7.0
6
1
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
3.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
1
All humectants 7 10
7
All humectants
7.0
6
1
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
None
All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
1.5 /10 5 4 1.2
Total
1.2
Glycolic Acid
1.2
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
1.5 /10
when present at, %
5
in this formula, est. %
4
Anti-wrinkle rating
1.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
2
All antioxidants 2 3 No
All antioxidants
2
Phenyl t-Butylnitrone
2
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
3
All soothing 3 5 No
All soothing
3
3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %80
Function
Origin
The most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Glycolic Acid
Est. %4
Function
Origin

The second most used AHA (after lactic acid) known for its potent exfoliating and smoothing effects. It increases skin cell turnover, which is beneficial for treating acne. When used in peels, glycolic acid has confirmed anti-wrinkle efficacy, though it is less effective in leave-on products like creams and serums.

Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
Est. %3
Function
Origin
A fragrant, astringent essential water obtained by steeping and distilling the twigs and leaves of the witch hazel plant. It leaves the skin feeling tight and refreshed after application and helps with the healing of small cuts on the skin.
Phenyl t-Butylnitrone
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Glucosamine HCl
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A naturally occurring compound that reduces static and lowers the pH of skincare products.
Fructooligosaccharides
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A derivative a fructose that moisturizes skin by drawing water to the surface of the skin.
Yeast
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An essential oil derived from common, or true, lavender. It is used in skincare for its lovely, calming scent. Like all essential oils, however, it may cause a contact skin allergy in more sensitive individuals.
Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.