Skinfix acne+ adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide + Squalane

Skinfix acne+ adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide + Squalane
7.7
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
5.4 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
3Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Skinfix acne+ adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide + Squalane:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Skinfix acne+ adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide + Squalane:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 7.7 out of 10.
  • Some anti-wrinkle efficacy: Skinfix acne+ adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide + Squalane has an anti-wrinkle rating of 3.0 out of 10 so you may expect some, although limited, effect on wrinkles.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Skinfix acne+ adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide + Squalane has a moisturizing rating of 7.7 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Propanediol (est. ≈5.0%) and Niacinamide (est. ≈2.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 5.4 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈7.5%) and Squalane (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Skinfix acne+ adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide + Squalane has a slight anti-wrinkle rating of 3.0 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Niacinamide (est. ≈2.0%), 
 one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
 
Among others, Skinfix acne+ adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide + Squalane also contains Tripeptide-1, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Tripeptide-1 provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does 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 Skinfix acne+ adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide + Squalane is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Niacinamide (est. ≈2.0%).

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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
70
Water
7.5
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5
Propanediol
3
Squalane
2.5
Solanum Tuberosum (Potato) Pulp Extract
2
Niacinamide
1
Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
1
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide
1
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract
0.3
Oleyl Oleate
0.3
Glycerin
0.3
Laminaria Digitata Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
0.3
Galactoarabinan
0.3
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex (CI 75810)
0.3
Maltodextrin
0.3
Schizophyllan
0.3
Polylysine
0.3
Tripeptide-1
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Sodium Citrate
0.3
Magnesium Stearate
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Dextran
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
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Solanum Tuberosum (Potato) Pulp Extract
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Niacinamide
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Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
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Laminaria Digitata Extract
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Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
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Tripeptide-1
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Magnesium Stearate
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Ratings

All humectants
10.1
5
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
10.8
7.5
3.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
7.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 10.1 10
10.0
5
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 10.8 20
5.4
7.5
3.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
7.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
5
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 10.1 10
10
All humectants
10.1
5
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
7.5
3
0.3
All occlusives 10.8 20
5.4
All occlusives
10.8
7.5
3.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
6 /10 4 2 3
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
3
Niacinamide
3
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
2
Tripeptide-1
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
2
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 4.2 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
4.2
Niacinamide
2
Sodium Hyaluronate
1
Laminaria Digitata Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
0.3
Galactoarabinan
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
2
0.3
All soothing 2.3 5 No
All soothing
2.3
2
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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %7.5
Function
Origin
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.
Propanediol
Est. %5
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.
Squalane
Est. %3
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Solanum Tuberosum (Potato) Pulp Extract
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Solanum Tuberosum (Potato) Pulp ExtractDescription is coming soon
Niacinamide
Est. %2
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.

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Sodium Stearoyl LactylateA negatively charged surfactant that mixes oils with water and cleanses skin.
Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Pisum Sativum (Pea) PeptideDescription is coming soon
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Furcellaria Lumbricalis ExtractDescription is coming soon
Oleyl Oleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oleyl OleateDescription is coming soon
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Laminaria Digitata Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Laminaria Digitata ExtractAn antioxidant extract obtained from an edible brown seaweed called oarweed. It contains many humectant and gelling polysaccharides, as well as beneficial minerals.
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.

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem ExtractA soothing and antioxidant extract from prickly pear succulent stems. These stems contain a cooling and anti-inflammatory watery gel that is similar to aloe.
Galactoarabinan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GalactoarabinanA plant polysaccharide with humectant moisturizing properties that is most commonly obtained from Larch trees. It consists of two simple sugars: galactose and arabinose.
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex (CI 75810)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex (CI 75810)Description is coming soon
Maltodextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MaltodextrinA formula helper manufactured from starch. It has a sweet flavor and is often used in rinse-off products to support their foaming structure. Maltodextrin is also used to stabilize emulsions and to absorb and bind other ingredients in the formula.
Schizophyllan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SchizophyllanDescription is coming soon
Polylysine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PolylysineDescription is coming soon
Tripeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tripeptide-1

A small, skin-identical peptide that boosts collagen renewal in the skin and improves other structural proteins. It may have trouble penetrating the skin in this form, so palmitic acid or biotin is usually added to it.

Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Sodium Citrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium CitrateA salt of citric acid that has a salty and tart flavor and is used as a fragrance. It is mildly basic, meaning that its addition to a skincare product can adjust the pH upward.
Magnesium Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Magnesium StearateA multifunctional ester that thickens and prevents clumping.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
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.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA 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.
Dextran
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DextranA naturally derived sucrose metabolite that thickens water and bulks emulsions.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling 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.