Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum

Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum
5.1
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
2Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers

Review

Results you may expect from using Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.1 out of 10.
  • Some anti-wrinkle efficacy: Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum has an anti-wrinkle rating of 2.0 out of 10 so you may expect some, although limited, effect on wrinkles.
  • Soothing: Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum has a moisturizing rating of 5.1 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.2 out of 10 and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈80.0%) and Alpha-Glucan (est. ≈4.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum has a slight anti-wrinkle rating of 2.0 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Niacinamide (est. ≈1.3%), 
 one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
 
Among others, Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum also contains Copper PCA, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Copper PCA 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 Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈80.0%) and Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract (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.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Tropic Skincare Pure Lagoon Blemish Prevention Serum is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈80.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
80
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
6
Whey Ferment
4
Alpha-Glucan
3
PABA
2
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract
1.5
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
1.3
Niacinamide
1
Copper PCA
0.3
Zinc PCA
0.3
Pantothenic Acid
0.3
Clay Extract
0.3
Spirulina Amino Acids
0.3
Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Malachite Extract
0.3
Bioflavonoids
0.3
Vegetable Oil
Est. %
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Polyhydroxystearic Acid
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Ratings

All humectants
87.5
80
4
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 87.5 10
10.0
80
4
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.3 20
0.2
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
80
4
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 87.5 10
10
All humectants
87.5
80
4
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
All occlusives 0.3 20
0.2
All occlusives
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
6 /10 4 1.3 2
n/a
- 1 -
Total
2
Niacinamide
2
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
1.3
Copper PCA
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
1
Anti-wrinkle rating
2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
80
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 84.2 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
84.2
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
80
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract
2
Niacinamide
1.3
Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Malachite Extract
0.3
Bioflavonoids
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
80
1.3
0.3
All soothing 81.6 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
81.6
80
1.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %80
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Whey Ferment
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Whey Ferment
Alpha-Glucan
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Alpha-Glucan
PABA
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PABA
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit ExtractAn emollient extract from red watermelon fruit. Its pulp, seeds, and rinds are a source of beneficial compounds for the skin, and it has occlusive, emollient, and antioxidant properties.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Polyhydroxystearic AcidA soft and malleable amber wax naturally derived from vegetable sources. It allows minerals to be very finely dispersed, which can improve SPF, decrease the white cast in sunscreens, and increase the color expression in pigmented products.
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.

Copper PCA
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Copper PCA

A blue-green synthetic salt of copper and pyrrolidone carboxylic acid. It has antimicrobial properties and may be able to help with wound healing and sebum control, although the studies are lacking.

Zinc PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zinc PCAA two-part ingredient: Zinc helps to control sebum and bacteria in acne-prone skin, while skin-identical PCA is a moisturizing humectant. Zinc PCA may even boost collagen production and so is researched as a potential anti-wrinkle ingredient.
Pantothenic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pantothenic AcidAlso known as vitamin B5, this ingredient helps to restore healthy moisturization of the skin and is essential for good skin health. Due to poor stability and skin penetration, panthenol is usually preferred over pantothenic acid.
Clay Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Clay Extract
Spirulina Amino Acids
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Spirulina Amino Acids
Hyaluronic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hyaluronic Acid

A potent, skin-identical humectant moisturizing ingredient that is able to bind water 1000 times its own weight. The anti-aging benefits of hyaluronic acid are due to its ability to stimulate the synthesis of collagen in the skin.

Malachite Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Malachite Extract
Bioflavonoids
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BioflavonoidsA mixture of plant-based compounds commonly referred to as flavonoids. Each flavonoid has slightly different properties, but overall they are potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds.
Vegetable Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vegetable OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil obtained from various plant sources. It consists mainly of triglycerides and saturated or unsaturated fatty acids.