Rodan + Fields Pore Prep Solution

Rodan + Fields Pore Prep Solution
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
2.8Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle

Review

Results you may expect from using Rodan + Fields Pore Prep Solution:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Rodan + Fields Pore Prep Solution:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.
  • Some anti-wrinkle efficacy: Rodan + Fields Pore Prep Solution has an anti-wrinkle rating of 2.8 out of 10 so you may expect some, although limited, effect on wrinkles.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Rodan + Fields Pore Prep Solution has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely humectant. It has zero occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈6.0%), Propanediol (est. ≈4.0%) and Diglycerin (est. ≈3.0%).

Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Rodan + Fields Pore Prep Solution has a slight anti-wrinkle rating of 2.8 out of 10.

It contains 2 active ingredients with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy:

  • Niacinamide (est. ≈1.3%),
     one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
  • Sodium Salicylate (est. ≈0.3%),
     a sodium salt of salicylic acid, with average anti-wrinkle efficacy confirmed by one study.
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
Diglycerin
2
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
1.5
Sophora Japonica Flower Extract
1.3
Niacinamide
1
Rhamnose
0.3
Glucose
0.3
Arginine
0.3
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
0.3
Lactic Acid
0.3
Salicylic Acid
0.3
Polydextrose
0.3
Dextrin
0.3
Amylopectin
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
0.3
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprate
0.3
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
0.3
Glucuronic Acid
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Sodium Salicylate
Est. %
Water
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Glycerin
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Diglycerin
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
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Sophora Japonica Flower Extract
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Niacinamide
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Rhamnose
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Glucose
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Arginine
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Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
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Lactic Acid
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Salicylic Acid
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Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
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Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
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Ratings

All humectants
17.1
6
4
3
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 17.1 10
10.0
6
4
3
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
4
3
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 17.1 10
10
All humectants
17.1
6
4
3
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
None
All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
6 /10 4 1.3 2
2.5 /10 1 0.3 0.8
Total
2.8
Niacinamide
2
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
1.3
Sodium Salicylate
0.8
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
2.5 /10
when present at, %
1
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
2.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1.3
All antioxidants 1.3 3 No
All antioxidants
1.3
Niacinamide
1.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1.3
0.3
All soothing 1.6 5 No
All soothing
1.6
1.3
0.3
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.
Diglycerin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
DiglycerinA powerful humectant that collects moisture, making skin feel hydrated and supple. Diglycerin is less sticky and a stronger humectant, but slower absorbing than standard glycerin.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Leaf WaterDescription is coming soon
Sophora Japonica Flower Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Sophora Japonica Flower ExtractDescription is coming soon
Niacinamide
Est. %1.3
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.

Rhamnose
Est. %1
Function
Origin
RhamnoseA naturally occurring deoxy sugar that replenishes water levels in the skin.
Glucose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Arginine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-DicarboxylateDescription 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.
Salicylic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salicylic AcidThis effective peeling and anti-inflammatory BHA is used as an anti-acne agent and works by breaking down the junctions between dead skin cells. This results in the peeling of dead skin and the unclogging of pores.
Polydextrose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PolydextroseDescription is coming soon
Dextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DextrinA partially hydrolyzed potato starch, most commonly used as a viscosity controlling and binding agent. When dispersed into water, it can create textures ranging from a thick paste to a soft gel.
Amylopectin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AmylopectinDescription is coming soon
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-4 CaprateA natural surfactant that softens the appearance of skin and forms oil and water mixtures.
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-6 CaprateDescription 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.
Glucuronic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glucuronic AcidDescription 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.
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.
Sodium Salicylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Salicylate

A synthetic derivative of salicylic acid with confirmed anti-wrinkle efficacy.