Charlotte Tilbury vs Luna Nectar

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Research behind their key ingredients

• Vitamin A antagonizes decreased cell growth and elevated collagen-degrading matrix metalloproteinases and stimulates collagen accumulation in naturally aged human skin

  Retinol · The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000

• Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence

  Sodium hyaluronate · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

• The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: A Systematic Review

  Aloe barbadensis extract · Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019

• Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol)

  Retinol · Archives of Dermatology, 2007

• Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial

  Ascorbic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

• Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo

  Retinol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017

• Prospective, randomized, double-blind assessment of topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing

  Bakuchiol · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019

• Apigenin inhibits UVA-induced cytotoxicity in vitro and prevents signs of skin aging in vivo

  Chamomile extract · International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2016

• Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin

  Squalane · Scientific Reports, 2020

• Treatment of acne with a combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera compared to erythromycin cream: two double-blind investigations

  Aloe barbadensis extract · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018

• Effect of a topical antioxidant serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and ferulic acid after Q-switched 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for treatment of environment-induced skin pigmentation

  Ascorbic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

• The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study

  Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

• Polyglycerol Ester-Based Low Energy Nanoemulsions with Red Raspberry Seed Oil and Fruit Extracts: Formulation Development toward Effective In Vitro/In Vivo Bioperformance

  Raspberry seed oil · Nanomaterials, 2021

• Evaluation of dermal extracellular matrix and epidermal-dermal junction modifications using matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometric imaging, in vivo reflectance confocal microscopy, echography, and histology: effect of age and peptide applications

  Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2015

• Preparation and evaluation of anti-wrinkle cream containing saffron extract and avocado oil

  Avocado oil · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

• Clay jojoba oil facial mask for lesioned skin and mild acne--results of a prospective, observational pilot study

  Jojoba oil · Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012

• Topical application of superoxide dismutase mediated by HIV-TAT peptide attenuates UVB-induced damages in human skin

  Superoxide dismutase · European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2016

• A dermocosmetic containing bakuchiol, Ginkgo biloba extract and mannitol improves the efficacy of adapalene in patients with acne vulgaris: result from a controlled randomized trial

  Bakuchiol · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2015

• Stretchable skin hydrating PVB patches with controlled pores' size and shape for deliberate evening primrose oil spreading, transport and release

  Oenothera biennis oil · Biomaterials Advances, 2022

• Squalane as a Promising Agent Protecting UV-Induced Inhibition of Collagen Biosynthesis and Wound Healing in Human Dermal Fibroblast

  Squalane · Molecules, 2025

• Melanogenesis effects of rice protein hydrolysate and its characteristic peptides Leu-Leu-Lys, Leu-Pro-Lys, and pyroGlu-Lys on UVB-induced human epidermal melanocyte cells

  Hydrolyzed rice protein · Food & Function, 2020

• Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration

  Tocopheryl acetate · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998

• Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy

  Tocopheryl acetate · Scientific Reports, 2025

• Effects of fermented tea seed oil on the skin lipid barrier and microbiome of sensitive skin

  Camellia oleifera seed oil · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026

• A Randomized Controlled Trial of the Genistein Plus Bakuchiol and Vitamins (GEN+) Product for Male Facial Skin: Effects on Skin Appearance and Properties

  Bakuchiol · Skin Research and Technology, 2026

• Efficacy and safety of combination cream of stimu-tex AS™ (spent grain wax, Argania Spinosa Kernel oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea butter) extract), and saccharide isomerate after fractional CO2 laser procedure: split-face, double blinded, randomized controlled trial

  Shea butter, African shea butter · Lasers in Medical Science, 2025

• Targeting Circadian Rhythm for the Regulation of Skin Collagen Metabolism

  Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

• A novel facial moisturizer containing Saccharide isomerate accelerates skin barrier restoration following intense pulsed light treatment: a randomized split-face study

  Saccharide isomerate · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2025

• Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Assessment of Supramolecular Bakuchiol and Terminalia Chebula Extract for Facial Photoaging in Chinese Sensitive Skin Population

  Bakuchiol · Health Science Reports, 2025

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