Dermalogica Smart Response Serum

Dermalogica Smart Response Serum
5.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
3Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Dermalogica Smart Response Serum:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Dermalogica Smart Response Serum:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.6 out of 10.
  • Some anti-wrinkle efficacy: Dermalogica Smart Response Serum has an anti-wrinkle rating of 3.0 out of 10 so you may expect some, although limited, effect on wrinkles.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Dermalogica Smart Response Serum has a moisturizing rating of 5.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.2 out of 10 and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈6.0%) and Niacinamide (est. ≈2.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Dermalogica Smart Response Serum has a slight anti-wrinkle rating of 3.0 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Niacinamide (est. ≈2.0%), 
 one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
 
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.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Dermalogica Smart Response Serum is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Niacinamide (est. ≈2.0%).

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
Glycerin
4
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
3
PPG-24-Glycereth-24
2
Niacinamide
1.5
Butylene Glycol
1.3
1,2-Hexanediol
1
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
0.3
C18-36 Acid Triglyceride
0.3
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Jojoba Esters
0.3
Olive Oil Decyl Esters
0.3
Phytosterols
0.3
Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
0.3
Hydrolyzed Wheat Flour
0.3
Sodium Mannose Phosphate
0.3
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
0.3
Hydrolyzed Beta-Glucan
0.3
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
0.3
Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Sea Salt
0.3
Ferula Galbaniflua (Galbanum) Resin Oil
0.3
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
0.3
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
0.3
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
0.3
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
0.3
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
0.3
Prunus Amygdalus Amara (Bitter Almond) Kernel Oil
0.3
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
0.3
Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract
0.3
Lactic Acid
0.3
Bentonite
0.3
C12-18 Acid Triglyceride
0.3
Squalene
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
0.3
Mannose
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Hydrated Silica
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Citronellol
0.3
Geraniol
0.3
Coumarin
0.3
Linalool
0.3
Limonene
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Water
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Glycerin
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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
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PPG-24-Glycereth-24
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Niacinamide
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Butylene Glycol
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
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C18-36 Acid Triglyceride
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Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Jojoba Esters
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Olive Oil Decyl Esters
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Phytosterols
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Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
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Hydrolyzed Wheat Flour
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Sodium Mannose Phosphate
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Phytosteryl Macadamiate
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Hydrolyzed Beta-Glucan
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Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
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Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract
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Sea Salt
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Ferula Galbaniflua (Galbanum) Resin Oil
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
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Juniperus Virginiana Oil
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Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
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Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
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Prunus Amygdalus Amara (Bitter Almond) Kernel Oil
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Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
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Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract
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Lactic Acid
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Bentonite
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C12-18 Acid Triglyceride
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Squalene
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Tocopherol
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Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
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Mannose
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Citric Acid
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Hydrated Silica
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Sodium Benzoate
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Potassium Sorbate
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Citronellol
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Ratings

All humectants
11.0
6
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
2.4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 11.0 10
10.0
6
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 2.4 20
1.2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 11.0 10
10
All humectants
11.0
6
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 2.4 20
1.2
All occlusives
2.4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
6 /10 4 2 3
Total
3
Niacinamide
3
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
2
Anti-wrinkle rating
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 3.8 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
3.8
Niacinamide
2
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Phytosterols
0.3
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
0.3
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
0.3
Squalene
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
2
0.3
0.3
All soothing 2.6 5 No
All soothing
2.6
2
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.
Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Coco-Caprylate/CaprateA naturally-derived emollient ester. It is a blend of caprylates and caprates and, relative to other emollients, is lightweight and dry on the skin. As a result, coco-caprylate/caprate serves as a natural alternative to volatile silicones.
PPG-24-Glycereth-24
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PPG-24-Glycereth-24Description is coming soon
Niacinamide
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Niacinamide

Also known as vitamin B3, this ingredient is a true superstar with confirmed moisturizing, anti-acne, hyperpigmentation, and antioxidant benefits. Two studies confirm its significant anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Butylene Glycol
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2Description is coming soon
C18-36 Acid Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C18-36 Acid TriglycerideDescription is coming soon
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateDescription 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.
Jojoba Esters
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Jojoba EstersA mixture of various wax esters from jojoba oil. It is used in skincare products as a fantastic emollient, soothing, and occlusive moisturizing agent that won't leave a sticky, oily feeling on the skin.
Olive Oil Decyl Esters
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Olive Oil Decyl EstersDescription is coming soon
Phytosterols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhytosterolsA plant-based version of cholesterol that is used for its emollient properties in skincare. The richest sources of phytosterols are corn, rapeseed, and wheat germ oil.
Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cornus Officinalis Fruit ExtractDescription is coming soon
Hydrolyzed Wheat Flour
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Wheat FlourDescription is coming soon
Sodium Mannose Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Mannose PhosphateDescription is coming soon
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Phytosteryl MacadamiateA richly emollient and occlusive moisturizing product of binding fatty acids from macadamia oil (mostly oleic and palmitoleic acid) with soybean oil phytosterols. It is also used as a formula helper.
Hydrolyzed Beta-Glucan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Beta-GlucanDescription is coming soon
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark ExtractA potent, soothing extract from the bark of the white willow. It has potent anti-inflammatory effects due to its salicin content. Tannins from the willow bark extract have astringent effects and can aid in the skin’s healing process.
Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
Sea Salt
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sea SaltA mixture of minerals from saltwater. The studies show that sea salt may help to restore skin health by improving skin barrier function, improving moisturization, reducing inflammation, and reducing skin roughness and redness.
Ferula Galbaniflua (Galbanum) Resin Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ferula Galbaniflua (Galbanum) Resin OilDescription is coming soon
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit ExtractA fragrant extract obtained from bergamot orange peels. It contains an essential oil and is a rich source of antioxidant flavonoids and organic acids.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel OilAn essential oil derived from the peels of the sweet orange. It is commonly used as a fragrance because of its pleasant, citrusy scent. The main constituent of the essential oil is limonene (up to 96%).
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Juniperus Virginiana OilDescription is coming soon
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower OilA fragrant essential oil with a distinct, rose-like scent derived from rose geranium. It is widely used in aromatherapy and massage therapy to ease tension. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root OilDescription is coming soon
Prunus Amygdalus Amara (Bitter Almond) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Amara (Bitter Almond) Kernel OilDescription is coming soon
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chlorella Vulgaris ExtractA dried mass of tiny, single-cell green algae. It is widely used as a food source or dietary supplement since it is rich in proteins, amino acids, minerals, and vitamins. This dark green extract is used as an antioxidant agent in skincare.
Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipteryx Odorata Seed ExtractDescription is coming soon
Lactic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactic AcidThe most popular AHA in skincare and less irritating than glycolic acid. It can be naturally found in sour milk. It is a humectant moisturizing, pH stabilizing, and gently exfoliating ingredient, able to soften dry, cracked, and peeling skin.
Bentonite
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BentoniteA naturally occurring material that has a variety of functions. It is used as absorbent, since the bentonite can absorb oils produced by the skin and prevent a greasy appearance. It is also a great opacifier.
C12-18 Acid Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C12-18 Acid TriglycerideDescription is coming soon
Squalene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SqualeneOne of the main ingredients in the skin’s sebum. It helps to rebuild the natural oily film on the skin’s surface and to prevent transdermal water loss. Squalene is listed among common comedogenic ingredients by acne.org.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
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.

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Acetylated HyaluronateA chemically modified version of hyaluronic acid. It is more stable and less sticky than regular HA, while still providing the same humectant moisturizing properties (according to the manufacturer). There have been no clinical studies to confirm this.
Mannose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MannoseDescription is coming soon
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.
Hydrated Silica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrated SilicaA form of silicone dioxide, the major component of sand, that contains varying amounts of water. It has several purposes but is most commonly used as an abrasive (as an eco-conscious alternative to polyethylene microbeads).
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Citronellol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CitronellolA fragrant compound found naturally in many essential oils (mainly lemongrass). It can have a lemon or a rose scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citronellol, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Geraniol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GeraniolA fragrant, volatile, plant-based, liquid chemical that can be naturally found in many essential oils (specifically rose, palmarosa, citronella). It has a rose-like scent. It is a potential irritant and may cause an allergic reaction in some people.
Coumarin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CoumarinA plant-based fragrant compound that occurs in sweet-smelling grass, sweet woodruff, and sweet clover. It has a sweet and vanilla-like scent in high concentrations and a similar scent to freshly mowed grass in low concentrations.
Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LimoneneOne of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.