Colibri Skincare 1% Retinol Booster

Colibri Skincare 1% Retinol Booster
2.5
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.9 Humectancy icon Humectancy
4.1 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
10Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Colibri Skincare 1% Retinol Booster:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Colibri Skincare 1% Retinol Booster:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 2.5 out of 10.
  • Potent anti-wrinkle effect. With an anti-wrinkle rating of 10.0 out of 10, Colibri Skincare 1% Retinol Booster is highly potent in reducing wrinkles.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Colibri Skincare 1% Retinol Booster has a moisturizing rating of 2.5 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a low humectancy of 0.9 out of 10 and a moderate occlusivity of 4.1 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈6.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Colibri Skincare 1% Retinol Booster has a maximum anti-wrinkle rating of 10.0 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Retinol (est. ≈1.0%),
 the most effective non-prescription ingredient with well-proven efficacy to reduce wrinkles.
 
Among others, Colibri Skincare 1% Retinol Booster also contains Bakuchiol, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Bakuchiol provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does not contribute to the anti-wrinkle rating.
 

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

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Colibri Skincare 1% Retinol Booster is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Tocopherol (est. ≈1.2%), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour (est. ≈1.1%), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract (est. ≈0.3%), and others.

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
70
Water
6
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4
Propylheptyl Caprylate
3
Isostearyl Alcohol
2
Isosorbide Dicaprylate
1.5
Butylene Glycol Cocoate
1.3
Hexylene Glycol
1.2
Tocopherol
1.1
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
1
Vegetable Oil
1
Phospholipids
1
Retinol
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
0.3
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 sh-Polypeptide-76
0.3
Bakuchiol
0.3
Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Sodium Glutamate
0.3
Allantoin
0.3
Glycerin
0.3
Ceramide NS
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Ethylcellulose
0.3
Sodium Phytate
0.3
Ceratonia Siliqua (Carob) Gum
0.3
Xanthan Gum
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
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Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 sh-Polypeptide-76
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Bakuchiol
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Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate
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Ratings

All humectants
0.9
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
8.2
6.0
1.2
1.0
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
2.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.9 10
0.9
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 8.2 20
4.1
6.0
1.2
1.0
Moisturizing rating
2.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 0.9 10
0.9
All humectants
0.9
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
1.2
1
All occlusives 8.2 20
4.1
All occlusives
8.2
6.0
1.2
1.0
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
10 /10 0.4 1 10
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
10
Retinol
10
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
10 /10
when present at, %
0.4
in this formula, est. %
1
Bakuchiol
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1.2
1.1
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 3.2 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
3.2
Tocopherol
1.2
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
1.1
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
0.3
Bakuchiol
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1.1
0.3
0.3
All soothing 1.7 5 No
All soothing
1.7
1.1
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
Function
Origin
WaterThe 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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Propylheptyl Caprylate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Propylheptyl CaprylateDescription is coming soon
Isostearyl Alcohol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Isostearyl AlcoholDescription is coming soon
Isosorbide Dicaprylate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Isosorbide DicaprylateDescription is coming soon
Butylene Glycol Cocoate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol CocoateDescription is coming soon
Hexylene Glycol
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Hexylene GlycolA multifunctional ingredient that is best known for its use as a solvent. It can dissolve both water-based ingredients and oils. For this reason, it can also function as an emulsifier, allowing oil and water ingredients to mix and remain stable.
Tocopherol
Est. %1.2
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
Est. %1.1
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel FlourA mild abrasive, finely milled oat kernel flour that is also used as a formula helper.
Vegetable Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Vegetable OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil obtained from various plant sources. It consists mainly of triglycerides and saturated or unsaturated fatty acids.
Phospholipids
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PhospholipidsA large group of lipids that are an essential component of every single cell membrane in the body. They have excellent emollient properties. Phospholipids are also utilized in the manufacturing of ‘fancy’ formulations such as liposomes.
Retinol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Retinol

One of the most famous and well-researched anti-aging ingredients with a maximum anti-wrinkle power of 10 out of 10. It is proven to decrease wrinkles and help the skin regain its thickness, firmness, and texture. Retinol is also effective in treating pigmentation issues such as dark spots and acne.

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel ExtractA beneficial extract obtained from Oat groats popular in products aimed at eczema-prone skin. It contains skin healing beta-glucan, anti-inflammatory phenolic compounds, antioxidant flavonoids, various lipids, proteins, and moisturizing amino acids.
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 sh-Polypeptide-76
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 sh-Polypeptide-76Description is coming soon
Bakuchiol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BakuchiolA newly discovered bioactive obtained from the seeds of Babchi. It boosts collagen production like retinol, but with fewer side effects. Its effects include reduced wrinkles and faded pigmentation.
Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium Cetearyl SulfosuccinateDescription is coming soon
Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Sodium Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium GlutamateDescription is coming soon
Allantoin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Ceramide NS
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NSA wax-like lipid natural to the skin’s lipid matrix. It is less frequently used but, in combination with other ceramides, can help to restore balance in the skin’s lipid barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Ethylcellulose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylcelluloseDescription is coming soon
Sodium Phytate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium PhytateSodium phytate is a chelating agent that serves to remove heavy metal ions from water. Removing metal ions helps other ingredients, such as antioxidants and preservatives, to perform better and keep products from separating.
Ceratonia Siliqua (Carob) Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceratonia Siliqua (Carob) GumAlso known as carob gum, this ingredient is a plant-based formula helper extracted from carob tree seeds. It consists of film- and gel-forming polysaccharides called galactomannans.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.