MEDI-PEEL Red Lacto Collagen Cleansing Oil Review

MEDI-PEEL Red Lacto Collagen Cleansing Oil
Review

Does MEDI-PEEL Red Lacto Collagen Cleansing Oil Work?

 
MEDI-PEEL Red Lacto Collagen Cleansing Oil is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
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Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
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Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
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Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
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Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
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Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Oil
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Rosa Damascena Flower Water
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
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Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
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Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
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Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
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Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
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Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
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Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
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Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil
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Water
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Lactobacillus Ferment
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Butylene Glycol
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Xylitylglucoside
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Anhydroxylitol
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Xylitol
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Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract
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Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
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Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
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Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
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Glucose
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Glycine
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Serine
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Glutamic Acid
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Aspartic Acid
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Leucine
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Alanine
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Lysine
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Arginine
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Tyrosine
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Phenylalanine
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Proline
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Valine
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Threonine
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Isoleucine
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Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract
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Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
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Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract
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Histidine
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Methionine
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Ingredients explained

Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Est. %80
Function
Origin
Glycine Soja (Soybean) OilAn occlusive moisturizing oil expressed from soybeans. It does not leave an oily feeling on the skin due to its low content of saturated fatty acids. Glycine soja oil contains emollient fatty acids and a significant amount of antioxidants.
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Est. %1.3
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Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %1.2
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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.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %1.1
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %1
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

A famous olive oil widely used in skincare as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer. It contains mainly unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant flavonoids, and oleuropeins. Olive oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.

Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
Est. %0.3
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Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
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Mentha Arvensis Leaf OilSimilar to peppermint oil, this fragrant wild mint essential oil contains menthol, mentone, and other compounds responsible for its cool, fresh, minty scent.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel OilA fatty oil expressed from the seed kernels of apricot fruits. This oil is an emollient and occlusive moisturizer comprised of around 60% oleic acid, followed by linoleic and palmitic acid, carotenoids, vitamin E, and other antioxidant compounds.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
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Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
Est. %0.3
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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil expressed from the seeds of a yellow-flowered plant which often opens its flowers in the evening (hence the name). It is light and suitable for problematic, eczematous, and inflammation-prone skin.
Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Oil
Est. %0.3
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ OilA fatty oil extracted from rice seed germs. It consists of emollient and occlusive moisturizing oleic, linoleic, linolenic, and arachidonic acids, and is suitable for all skin types.
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Est. %0.3
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Rosa Damascena Flower WaterA fragrant water that is leftover after the steam distillation of Damask rose petals. During this process, the essential oil floats to the surface of the water and is collected. The leftover water has a fresh, rosy scent.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil derived from grape seeds that are leftover after juicing or wine production. It contains linoleic, oleic, palmitic, and stearic acids, squalene, as well as phytosterols and various antioxidant compounds.
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from the seeds of meadowfoam. It is used in skincare as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient that leaves the skin feeling soft and silky after application.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
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Argania Spinosa Kernel OilA fatty oil from Moroccan argan tree kernels commonly used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. Its uniqueness comes from its compounds: vitamin E, phospholipids, phenolic compounds, and rare phytosterols with antioxidant and emollient effects.
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Centella Asiatica Leaf ExtractA well-researched soothing, wound-healing, and promising anti-aging extract that is obtained from the leaves of the Gotu Kola.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

An antioxidant green tea extract. In the deeper layers, it slows down the destruction of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid – thus delaying the signs of aging. It also acts as an anti-acne, soothing, moisturizing, and emollient ingredient.

Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Schisandra Chinensis Fruit ExtractAn antioxidant, soothing, and humectant moisturizing extract obtained from Chinese magnolia-vine berries. Its main compounds are soothing and immunomodulatory lignans.
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
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Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root ExtractAn extract derived from the thick roots of curcuma (turmeric), a famous yellow spice and a major ingredient in curry powder. It is used in skincare for its proven antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Est. %0.3
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Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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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.
Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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Carapa Guaianensis Seed OilA fatty emollient oil obtained from andiroba seeds. It is made up of oleic and palmitic acid - an occlusive moisturizing and prospectively anti-wrinkle ingredient.
Water
Est. %0.3
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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.
Lactobacillus Ferment
Est. %0.3
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Lactobacillus FermentA biotechnological product – a mixture of metabolic products of Lactobacillus culture. Some Lactobacillus forms have been reported to have anti-wrinkle and barrier repairing effects, as well as able to improve skin hydration, elasticity, and gloss.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
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Butylene Glycol

A 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.

Xylitylglucoside
Est. %0.3
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XylitylglucosideAn emollient extract from rice bran, the brown outer part of the rice kernel. It includes palmitic, stearic, oleic, linoleic acids, and antioxidants such as tocopherols and γ-oryzanol.
Anhydroxylitol
Est. %0.3
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AnhydroxylitolA derivative of xylitol, a naturally occurring sugar alcohol. It has humectant moisturizing properties.
Xylitol
Est. %0.3
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XylitolAn organic compound that is most well-known for its use as a sweetener that also protects your teeth from cavities. Xylitol is used in skincare as a moisturizing humectant and has been shown to improve the protective barrier function of the skin.
Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit ExtractAn extract obtained from the skin and pulp of grapes. Grape skin and pulp contain antioxidant and astringent flavonoids and tannins, famous resveratrol, and many different organic and phenolic acids.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
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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.
Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
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Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed ExtractAn antioxidant and emollient extract derived from coffee beans. It has been proven to improve collagen and elastin production in the skin. A small clinical study tested the anti-aging effects of coffee berry extract, and the results were very promising.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower ExtractA bright orange extract obtained from the flowers of the safflower plant. It has been shown to reduce the signs of photoaging, have anti-pigment activity, and promote hair growth. The studies on humans, however, are so far lacking.
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Est. %0.3
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Polygonum Cuspidatum Root ExtractAn extract from the roots of the Japanese knotweed, a plant from East Asia that has spread around the world as an invasive plant. It contains various antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potentially anti-pigment (more tests are necessary) phytochemicals.
Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit ExtractA pepper extract that is claimed to have antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
Est. %0.3
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Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract
Glucose
Est. %0.3
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GlucoseA simple sugar that is also one of two components of sucrose, or table sugar. It is used as a humectant in skincare products. Glucose is also used to flavor lip care cosmetics because of its mildly sweet taste.
Glycine
Est. %0.3
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GlycineA humectant moisturizing amino acid that is a part of skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor. Some recent studies suggest that it may have barrier repair properties.
Serine
Est. %0.3
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SerineA non-essential amino acid, meaning that our body can produce it. It is the largest constituent of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor and is used in skincare as a humectant moisturizing ingredient.
Glutamic Acid
Est. %0.3
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Glutamic AcidA non-essential amino acid that serves as a building block for all proteins in the body. It is a moisturizing humectant and a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of amino acids in skin cells that keeps them hydrated.
Aspartic Acid
Est. %0.3
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Aspartic AcidA humectant moisturizing amino acid that is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor. It helps to retain water on the skin’s surface and is slightly acidic, thereby helping to balance the pH of a skincare product.
Leucine
Est. %0.3
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LeucineA humectant moisturizing amino acid that is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor. It helps to increase water content on the skin’s surface and is often used in conjunction with anti-pigmentation products.
Alanine
Est. %0.3
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AlanineA simple amino acid used in skincare as a humectant moisturizing ingredient. It is a part of the so-called Natural Moisturizing Factor, a complex mixture of free amino acids and other water-soluble compounds found in skin cells.
Lysine
Est. %0.3
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LysineA humectant moisturizing amino acid that is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor. It is slightly alkaline and helps to balance the product's pH. It may have a slightly fishy smell.
Arginine
Est. %0.3
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ArginineA humectant amino acid used to attract water to the skin’s surface. It is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor, a mixture of various compounds that keeps the skin’s surface well hydrated. Arginine can also be used as a pH adjuster.
Tyrosine
Est. %0.3
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Tyrosine
Phenylalanine
Est. %0.3
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PhenylalanineAn essential amino acid used in the treatment of vitiligo and other pigmentation issues. It is considered less effective than other anti-pigment ingredients and is often used in combination with them.
Proline
Est. %0.3
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ProlineThe best humectant moisturizer of all the amino acids. It is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor and increases hydration in the top layers of the skin. It also has antioxidant activity and helps to heal damaged skin.
Valine
Est. %0.3
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ValineAn essential amino acid (meaning our body cannot make it on its own and we get it from food instead). Like some other amino acids, Valine is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor.
Threonine
Est. %0.3
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ThreonineAn essential amino acid that may play a role in collagen production. However, more research is needed in order to confirm or deny these claims.
Isoleucine
Est. %0.3
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IsoleucineA humectant moisturizing, essential amino acid that is a part of the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor. It helps to increase water content on the skin’s surface and can increase the barrier repair effects of ceramides.
Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
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Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Est. %0.3
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Ulmus Davidiana Root ExtractDerived from the root of an elm tree known as David, this soothing and antioxidant extract has been shown to have humectant moisturizing benefits that are similar to hyaluronic acid’s.
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
Est. %0.3
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Pueraria Lobata Root ExtractAn extract from the roots of Kudzu, a trailing vine native to several Asian countries. It contains a combination of isoflavones and polysaccharides which have been shown to increase the production of collagen and HA in aging skin.
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract
Histidine
Est. %0.3
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HistidineA humectant moisturizing amino acid with weak antioxidant effects that is a part of the skin’s Natural Moisturizing Factor. It can attract water to the skin’s surface and is slightly alkaline, thereby helping to balance a product's pH.
Methionine
Est. %0.3
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MethionineMethionine is a sulfur-containing amino acid that is a part of all the proteins in the body. It supports hair growth, but other than that there isn't much information about its functions in personal care products.
Cysteine
Est. %0.3
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CysteineA multifunctional amino acid that acts as a reducing agent and an antioxidant.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
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EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Est. %0.3
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Hydrolyzed Collagen

A humectant, film-forming, and emollient mixture of various proteins and peptides that were created by cutting the huge molecules of normal collagen into smaller pieces for better absorption. It also has some antioxidant properties.