Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator
3.4
/ 10
Moisturizing
6.4 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.3 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
3Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
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Review

Results you may expect from using Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.4 out of 10.
  • Some anti-wrinkle efficacy: Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator has an anti-wrinkle rating of 3.0 out of 10 so you may expect some, although limited, effect on wrinkles.
  • Soothing: Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator has a moisturizing rating of 3.4 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.3 out of 10 and a high humectancy of 6.4 out of 10, primarily due to Butylene Glycol (est. ≈1.5%), Glycerin (est. ≈1.0%) and Carnitine HCl (est. ≈0.3%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator has a slight anti-wrinkle rating of 3.0 out of 10.

It contains 3 active ingredients with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy:

  • Retinol (est. ≈0.1%),
     the most effective non-prescription ingredient with well-proven efficacy to reduce wrinkles.
  • Niacinamide (est. ≈0.3%),
     one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
  • Glycolic Acid (est. ≈0.3%),
     highly effective in peelings, yet with below-average anti-wrinkle efficacy when used in leave-on skincare products.
Among others, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator also contains some ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Gluconolactone, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, sh-Oligopeptide-1, Centella Asiatica Extract, and Soy Isoflavones. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not contribute to the anti-wrinkle rating.
 
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 Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract (est. ≈0.3%), Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract (est. ≈0.3%), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed 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.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water (est. ≈4.0%) and Salicylic Acid (est. ≈2.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Ingredients

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Ratings

All humectants
6.4
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 6.4 10
6.4
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
3.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3