naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05%

naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05%
5.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
5Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle

Review

Results you may expect from using naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05%:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05%:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.8 out of 10.
  • Considerable anti-wrinkle efficacy: naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05% has an anti-wrinkle rating of 5.0 out of 10, indicating a moderate ability to reduce wrinkles.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05% has a moisturizing rating of 5.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.6 out of 10 and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈6.0%) and Propanediol (est. ≈4.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05% has a moderate anti-wrinkle rating of 5.0 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Retinal (est. ≈0.05%),
 also known as retinaldehyde, a potent ingredient of the retinoid group, with confirmed anti-wrinkle capabilities.
 
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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
Water
6
Glycerin
4
Propanediol
3
Triheptanoin
2
C13-15 Alkane
1.5
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
1.3
Carbomer
1
Yeast Extract
0.3
Apricot Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
0.3
Soy Amino Acids
0.3
Punica Granatum Seed Extract
0.3
Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
0.3
Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract
0.3
Olivine Extract
0.3
Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
0.3
Cellulose
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Sorbitan Oleate
0.3
Sodium Metabisulfite
0.05
Retinal
0.3
Guanosine
0.3
Uracil
0.3
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
0.3
C9-12 Alkane
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Polyglyceryl-10 Dipalmitate
0.3
Dipropylene Glycol
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Glyceryl Polyacrylate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
PVM/MA Copolymer
0.3
Adenosine Phosphate
0.3
Castor Oil/IPDI Copolymer
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Hexadecene
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
t-Butyl Alcohol
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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
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Carbomer
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Yeast Extract
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Apricot Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
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Soy Amino Acids
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Punica Granatum Seed Extract
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Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
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Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract
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Olivine Extract
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Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
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Cellulose
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Sorbitan Oleate
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Sodium Metabisulfite
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Retinal
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Guanosine
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Uracil
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Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
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C9-12 Alkane
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Polyglyceryl-10 Dipalmitate
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Dipropylene Glycol
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Glyceryl Polyacrylate
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Tocopherol
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Adenosine Phosphate
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Ratings

All humectants
11.3
6
4
1
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
3.3
3.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 11.3 10
10.0
6
4
1
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 3.3 20
1.6
3.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
4
1
0.3
All humectants 11.3 10
10
All humectants
11.3
6
4
1
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
3
0.3
All occlusives 3.3 20
1.6
All occlusives
3.3
3.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
5 /10 0.05 0.05 5
Total
5
Retinal
5
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
5 /10
when present at, %
0.05
in this formula, est. %
0.05
Anti-wrinkle rating
5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.9 3 No
All antioxidants
0.9
Punica Granatum Seed Extract
0.3
Sodium Metabisulfite
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
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.

Propanediol
Est. %4
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.
Triheptanoin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
TriheptanoinDescription is coming soon
C13-15 Alkane
Est. %2
Function
Origin
C13-15 AlkaneDescription is coming soon
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Est. %1.5
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.
Carbomer
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
CarbomerA synthetic ingredient with the ability to gel water. When used in emulsions, such as lotions and creams, carbomer can also act as an emulsion stabilizer.
Yeast Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Yeast ExtractAlso labeled as faex extract, this is a natural ingredient derived from fresh yeast. It is used in skincare as a humectant. Yeast extract also helps to shield injured or exposed skin and can aid in the skin’s wound healing process.
Apricot Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Apricot Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-6 EstersDescription is coming soon
Soy Amino Acids
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Soy Amino AcidsDescription is coming soon
Punica Granatum Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum Seed ExtractDescription is coming soon
Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl DimethiconeDescription is coming soon
Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Yeast ExtractDescription is coming soon
Olivine Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Olivine ExtractDescription is coming soon
Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol CopolymerDescription is coming soon
Cellulose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CelluloseA natural ingredient that can create water-based gels, absorb oils, and exfoliate the skin. One of the main functions of cellulose is as a bulking and viscosity controlling agent. Cellulose can also modify the slip aesthetics and act as an opacifying agent.
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.
Sorbitan Oleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan OleateA vegetable-based ingredient that stabilizes mixtures of oil and water. Sorbitan oleate serves primarily as an emulsifier that produces water-in-oil emulsions.
Sodium Metabisulfite
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium MetabisulfiteA preservative that is especially effective at preventing fungus and mold growth. It is normally combined with a strong bactericidal preservative in order to achieve broad-spectrum protection. Sodium metabisulfite is also used as an antioxidant.
Retinal
Est. %0.05
Function
Origin
Retinal

A potent ingredient of the retinoid group with confirmed anti-wrinkle capabilities.

Guanosine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GuanosineDescription is coming soon
Uracil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
UracilDescription is coming soon
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6A polymeric ingredient that works best in water-based formulas to create gel textures. It helps to stabilize emulsions and control viscosity.
C9-12 Alkane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C9-12 AlkaneDescription is coming soon
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.
Polyglyceryl-10 Dipalmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-10 DipalmitateDescription is coming soon
Dipropylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipropylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid that has several uses. One of its main functions is as a solvent. Dipropylene glycol is also used to reduce the thickness of skincare products.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Glyceryl Polyacrylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl PolyacrylateA synthetic thickening polymer that can be used in a variety of product types. This polymer can feel lightweight but can also stand up to heavier ingredients in products like body butters.
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.

PVM/MA Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PVM/MA CopolymerDescription is coming soon
Adenosine Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Adenosine PhosphateA skin-identical molecule that plays a part in energy metabolism. It is added to anti-aging formulas and may be able to improve the appearance of wrinkles (as shown by clinical trials). It is non-irritating.
Castor Oil/IPDI Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Castor Oil/IPDI CopolymerDescription is coming soon
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.
Hexadecene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HexadeceneDescription is coming soon
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.
t-Butyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
t-Butyl AlcoholDescription is coming soon