Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment Review

Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment
3.7
/ 10
Moisturizing
4.5 Humectancy icon Humectancy
2.9 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
2.5Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Review

Does Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment has to offer:
 
✅ Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.7 out of 10.
✅ Modest anti-wrinkle efficacy: Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment has an anti-wrinkle rating of 2.5 out of 10 so you may expect some, although limited, effect on wrinkles.

  

Key Benefits of Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment:
 

🔵 Lightweight Moisturizer Suitable for Combination and Oily Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment is lightly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 3.7 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 2.9 out of 10 and a moderate humectancy of 4.5 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Propanediol (est. ≈3.0%).

This type of moisturizer is suitable for people with oily and combination skin who want essential hydration in a relatively lightweight, non-greasy formula. It combines a substantial amount of humectants with a limited amount of occlusive ingredients to enhance moisturizing efficacy without feeling too heavy.

💧 A Humectant Add-on for Any Skincare Routine

But it’s not limited to combination and oily skin - since it contains a moderate amount of humectants, such a humectant add-on will also positively contribute to the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine when used as a step before applying the main moisturizer.

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

🟣 Modest Anti-Wrinkle Efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment has a modest level of anti-wrinkle efficacy, rated 2.5 out of 10.

It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Retinol (est. ≈0.1%),
 the most effective non-prescription anti-wrinkle ingredient. Numerous clinical studies have shown its positive effects at concentrations as low as 0.1%. A study with 36 participants (Kafi et al.) confirmed that a lotion containing 0.4% retinol reduced wrinkle severity by 21% after 24 weeks of use, compared to the same formulation without retinol (vehicle).
 
Among others, Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment also contains some ingredients marketed often as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Bakuchiol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, and Adenosine. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.
 
While this does not categorically rule out the possibility that these ingredients may reduce wrinkles, their efficacy is not supported by convincing, vehicle-controlled, double-blind clinical studies - at least none that were available to the CreamScan team at the time of publication.
 
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, can deliver some additional anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.
 

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

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our AI model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment to your skincare routine:
 

⚠️ May Increase Skin Photosensitivity Due to Retinol

This product contains retinol, which offers powerful anti-wrinkle benefits. The mechanism behind retinol’s action is boosting cell turnover. This process exposes new, more delicate skin, making it more vulnerable to sun damage.

As a result, using products with retinol may increase the skin's sensitivity, making it more prone to sunburn or irritation when exposed to UV rays.

To protect the skin, dermatologists recommend applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 throughout the duration of retinol treatment, along with avoiding direct sun exposure. Retinol should be used at night, as it is sensitive to sunlight and can lose its potency when exposed to UV rays.

❗️Please always check the manufacturer's instructions for using the retinol-containing products, either on their website or product label.

Pros & Cons of Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

✅ When used alone: Provides moderate humectant moisturizing suitable for combination and oily skin
✅ As part of a routine: A humectant moisturizing enhancement, beneficial for any skin type
✅ Lightweight texture
Offers modest anti-wrinkle efficacy
 

⭕ Cons: 

⚠️ May increase skin photosensitivity due to retinol
   

Summary: Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment
, when used alone, delivers  lightweight, moderate humectant moisturizing, suitable for combination and oily skin. As part of a moisturizing routine, it provides a subtle humectant enhancement, beneficial for all skin types.
 
Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment contains ingredients with proven evidence of anti-wrinkle efficacy that may provide a modest anti-wrinkle effect. As a result, you can expect a positive, though not very significant, impact on wrinkles.
 
That said, there are some things about Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment worth noting.
 
This product contains retinol, the most powerful and well-researched non-prescription anti-wrinkle ingredient. However, retinol can make your skin more prone to sun damage and increase sensitivity, so it’s recommended to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 throughout the duration of retinol treatment.
 
❗️ Fact check. At CreamScan, we are committed to accuracy and fairness. If you spot any errors or something that doesn’t seem right, please click here to let us know. We regularly update the ingredient lists and monitor the latest research on ingredient efficacy to ensure that our information remains as complete and precise as possible.

 

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
70
6
4
3
2
1.5
1.3
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
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
0.3
0.3
0.1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Perfluorohexane
Function:
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Dimethicone
Function:
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Propanediol
Function:
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Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
Function:
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Perfluoroperhydrophenanthrene
Function:
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Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate
Function:
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Isododecane
Function:
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Perfluorodecalin
Function:
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Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Function:
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Cyclopentasiloxane
Function:
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Phenoxyethanol
Function:
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Dimethyl Isosorbide
Function:
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Glycine Soja (Soybean) Extract
Function:
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract
Function:
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Glycereth-18
Function:
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Cyclohexasiloxane
Function:
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Bakuchiol
Function:
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Glycerin
Function:
Origin:
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil
Function:
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Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil
Function:
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Cetearyl Alcohol
Function:
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Glyceryl Stearate
Function:
Origin:
Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil
Function:
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Tocopheryl Acetate
Function:
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Bidens Pilosa Extract
Function:
Origin:
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Function:
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Stearic Acid
Function:
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Function:
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Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Function:
Origin:
Ethylhexylglycerin
Function:
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Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Function:
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Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Function:
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Disodium EDTA
Function:
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Adenosine
Function:
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Retinol
Function:
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Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Function:
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Sodium Hydroxide
Function:
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Tocopherol
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Ratings

All humectants
4.5
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
5.8
4.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 4.5 10
4.5
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 5.8 20
2.9
4.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
3.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 4.5 10
4.5
All humectants
4.5
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 5.8 20
2.9
All occlusives
5.8
4.0
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
10 /10 0.4 0.1 2.5
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
2.5
Retinol
2.5
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
10 /10
when present at, %
0.4
in this formula, est. %
0.1
Bakuchiol
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Adenosine
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
2.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 2.4 3 No
All antioxidants
2.4
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Extract
0.3
Bakuchiol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
0.3
Tropaeolum Majus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.9 5 No
All soothing
0.9
0.3
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.
Perfluorohexane
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Perfluorohexane
Dimethicone
Est. %4
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Propanediol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Neopentyl Glycol DiheptanoateAn emollient ester with an exceptionally lightweight feel. It absorbs quickly and produces a silky feel with excellent spreadability. It also serves as an excellent solvent and is commonly used to suspend sunscreen actives.
Perfluoroperhydrophenanthrene
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Perfluoroperhydrophenanthrene
Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate
Isododecane
Est. %1
Function
Origin
IsododecaneAn emollient derived from petroleum with high spreadability. It is often used as a replacement for oils and silicones because it leaves no residue behind on the skin. When a product is labeled as “oil-free” it may contain isododecane instead of heavier oils.
Perfluorodecalin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PerfluorodecalinA liquid fluorocarbon used to dissolve gasses (oxygen in particular).
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Cyclopentasiloxane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CyclopentasiloxaneA lightweight, fast-spreading emollient that leaves a very soft and silky after-feel on the skin. Supplied as a clear and colorless liquid, cyclopentasiloxane is often used as a solvent to dissolve other silicones in.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Dimethyl Isosorbide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethyl IsosorbideA solvent for active ingredients that is claimed to help them better penetrate the outer layer of skin. It also helps to reduce the thickness of a product.
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycine Soja (Soybean) ExtractExtracted from soybeans, this ingredient contains antioxidant and soothing phytochemicals and is especially suitable for aging skin.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran ExtractAn extract from rice bran, the brown outer part of the rice kernel. It contains emollient fatty acids and antioxidants such as tocopherols (vitamin E) and γ-oryzanol.
Glycereth-18
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycereth-18
Cyclohexasiloxane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CyclohexasiloxaneA clear silicone fluid with very low viscosity that is commonly used as a solvent and emollient. It has excellent spreadability, rubs in quickly, and leaves a silky smooth after-feel on the skin.
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.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil
Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) OilA fatty oil expressed from the pulp of the oil palm fruits. It is mostly composed of occlusive and emollient saturated fatty acids. The unrefined oil has a large amount of antioxidant carotenoids.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetearyl AlcoholA blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin