The INKEY List Collagen Peptide Serum for dry sensitive skin
Collagen Peptides
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Glycerin
High
- HighDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
A great choice for dry sensitive skin; a few moisturizers fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Highly suitable for your dry skin as glycerin provides humectant action to draw water into the skin, complemented by Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 for plumping and firming effects.
- The serum offers moderate hydration and moisture retention, addressing your dry or flaky skin concerns effectively.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your dry and sensitive skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using this moisturizer 3 times a week and move to daily use if your dry skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and toner in the morning, or after your serum in the evening. Always pair it with SPF in the morning.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin. Avoid rubbing it harshly to protect your sensitive skin.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help with hydration absorption. This also works well for dry and flaky skin types.
- Do a patch test before your first use. Avoid the eye area to prevent any irritation.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 1.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this serum is consistently praised for its ability to instantly plump and hydrate the skin, making it appear fresher and smoother. While many appreciate it as an affordable preventative measure for aging, a significant number of reviewers noted that it did not dramatically reduce deep wrinkles or fine lines on its own.
Highlights
Plumps and firms Mostly Mentioned
- “skin looks fresh and plump”
- “visibly plumper skin”
- “makes skin look bouncy”
Hydrating Often Mentioned
- “intense nourishment”
- “skin feels well hydrated”
- “leaves skin soft and supple”
Lightweight & fast-absorbing Often Mentioned
- “sinks in immediately”
- “super light but moisturizing”
- “layers well under makeup”
Affordable & fragrance-free Sometimes Noted
- “so affordable and effective”
- “great price point”
- “love that it is fragrance-free”
Lack of dramatic results Sometimes Noted
- “didn't see a huge difference”
- “no change in fine lines”
- “underwhelming results”
Messy packaging Sometimes Noted
- “product ends up around the opening”
- “hard to control amount”
- “cap gets messy”
Runny texture Sometimes Noted
- “very runny serum”
- “feels like water”
- “hard to measure a pea-sized amount”
Sticky finish Rarely Noted
- “sets to a tacky finish”
- “slightly sticky before moisturizer”
- “leaves a film”
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Questions and answers
What makes The Inkey List Collagen Peptide Serum a great fit for dry sensitive skin?
The Inkey List Collagen Peptide Serum is a great fit because glycerin draws water into dry skin while peptides help firm it. It is very unlikely to irritate sensitive skin due to its soothing formula and lack of harsh ingredients.
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin makes this serum a great fit by pulling water into dry skin, while peptides like Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 help firm and smooth the skin. This formula has an excellent safety profile that is unlikely to cause irritation on sensitive skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013
What do Collagen Peptides do for dry sensitive skin?
Collagen peptides help keep dry sensitive skin hydrated, smooth, and calm by supporting the skin barrier and moisture levels. Daily use is unlikely to cause irritation and may significantly reduce dryness and roughness over time.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2009Nutrients, 2021
What does Argireline do for dry sensitive skin?
Argireline helps smooth fine lines and keeps skin soft, but dry sensitive skin needs added moisture and soothing ingredients to feel fully comfortable. It is unlikely to cause irritation when used as directed, yet a product of this type for dry sensitive skin needs rich hydrators and calming agents to prevent dryness and protect the skin barrier.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This serum goes in your evening routine after toning and before moisturizing, which keeps things simple and safe. It is unlikely to cause irritation on your dry sensitive skin because it lacks harsh ingredients.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
Yes, you can use this serum with retinol by applying the serum first to give your dry skin a boost of hydration, followed by your retinol. The gentle, soothing formula is unlikely to cause irritation when combined with active treatments.
How often should I use this serum?
This serum is a great fit for your dry sensitive skin and is used in the evening as part of your routine. Glycerin draws water into the skin while peptides help firm and smooth, and the formula is unlikely to cause irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This serum is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin because it is very gentle and free of harsh ingredients. It helps keep your skin soft and smooth without causing irritation.
Can I use this serum around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this serum around the eyes because its gentle formula and peptides are well tolerated in delicate areas, though it is primarily designed for facial use. It is unlikely to cause irritation on thin skin, helping to smooth fine lines safely.
European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2014Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Chronomodulated daytime application of baicalin and nighttime application of palmitoyl tripeptide-1 synergistically improved skin luminance by 16.29%, nasolabial fold depth by -36.35%, and firmness by 24.35% in 30 female participants.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026Argireline treatment twice daily for 4 weeks produced a significant anti-wrinkle effect with 48.9% total efficacy and decreased skin roughness in Chinese subjects compared with 0% efficacy and no decrease in roughness in the placebo group.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013Treatment with cross-linked hyaluronic acid-based microneedle patches combined with acetyl hexapeptide-8 or epidermal growth factor significantly improved wrinkles and skin hydration compared to the patch alone in Korean females over 29 days.
Annals of Dermatology, 2019A liquid formulation containing hydrolyzed collagen demonstrated structural stability, peptide mass distribution between 0.5 and 19.5 kDa, and faded forehead wrinkles in five volunteers while proving to be non-irritating and hypoallergenic.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Exposure to collagen peptides increased the expression of COL1A1, ELN, and VCAN genes and collagen protein levels in cultured human dermal fibroblasts compared to untreated controls.
Frontiers in Medicine, 2024Salmo salar and Tilapia nilotica skin collagen peptides accelerate wound healing in a rat murine wound model by reducing proinflammatory cytokines, upregulating BD14, NOD2, IL-10, VEGF, and beta-FGF, and favorably altering wound microflora colonization compared to untreated controls.
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2020Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and tripeptide-10 citrulline demonstrated antiwrinkle efficacy and decreased transepidermal water loss in twenty-four healthy volunteers compared to control groups, though synergistic effects between the two peptides remained unclear.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2017Daily topical acetyl hexapeptide-8 showed a trend toward a longer time until return to baseline Jankovic Blepharospasm Rating Scale scores compared to placebo (3.7 months vs. 3.0 months) in 24 patients with blepharospasm receiving botulinum toxin therapy.
European Journal of Neurology, 2013Argireline applied twice daily for 4 weeks achieved a total anti-wrinkle efficiency of 48.9% and notably reduced wrinkle depth compared to placebo in Chinese subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2013A multi-modal methodology combining MALDI-MSI, in vivo RCM, echography, and histology revealed age-related decreases in extracellular matrix and epidermal-dermal junction proteins and undulation depth, while a blend of palmitoyl oligopeptide and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 improved subepidermal low-echogenic band thickness, density, and extracellular matrix structure compared to placebo.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2015Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, acetyl hexapeptide-8, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-10 significantly increased type III collagen levels in human dermal fibroblasts following UV exposure, with their combination demonstrating a greater effect in vitro and enhancing type I, III, and IV collagen levels in ex vivo skin tissues compared to individual components.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta, Sodium Hydroxide
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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