Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol)
Retinol · Archives of Dermatology, 2007Topical application of glycolic acid suppresses the UVB induced IL-6, IL-8, MCP-1 and COX-2 inflammation by modulating NF-κB signaling pathway in keratinocytes and mice skin
Aha alpha hydroxy acid · Journal of Dermatological Science, 2017Anti-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, Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020The efficacy of 5% topical tea tree oil gel in mild to moderate acne vulgaris: a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled study
Melaleuca alternifolia tree leaf extract, Melaleuca alternifolia tree oil leaf · Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, 2007Molecular basis of retinol anti-ageing properties in naturally aged human skin in vivo
Retinol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017Topical palmitoyl pentapeptide provides improvement in photoaged human facial skin
Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2005Tea tree oil reduces histamine-induced skin inflammation
Melaleuca alternifolia tree leaf extract, Leaf extract tree · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Prospective, randomized, double-blind assessment of topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing
Retinol, Bakuchiol · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019Skin-whitening and skin-condition-improving effects of topical oxidized glutathione: a double-blind and placebo-controlled clinical trial in healthy women
Glutathione · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2014HelixComplex snail mucus as a potential technology against O3 induced skin damage
Black snail extract · PloS One, 2020Moisturizing and Antiinflammatory Properties of Cosmetic Formulations Containing Centella asiatica Extract
Centella asiatica extract, Madecassic acid, Madecassoside · Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Topical Application of Centella asiatica in Wound Healing: Recent Insights into Mechanisms and Clinical Efficacy
Centella asiatica extract · Pharmaceutics, 2024Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin
Squalane · Scientific Reports, 2020Treatment of acne with a combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera compared to erythromycin cream: two double-blind investigations
Melaleuca alternifolia tree leaf extract, Propolis extract · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Recent advances in characterizing biological mechanisms underlying UV-induced wrinkles: a pivotal role of fibrobrast-derived elastase
Zingiber officinale · Archives of Dermatological Research, 2008Ethosomes of Phenylethyl Resorcinol as Vesicular Delivery System for Skin Lightening Applications
Phenylethyl resorcinol · BioMed Research International, 2017Effect 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, Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020A double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized trial of Serratulae quinquefoliae folium, a new source of β-arbutin, in selected skin hyperpigmentations
Arbutin · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2015The use of green tea extract in cosmetic formulations: not only an antioxidant active ingredient
Real green tea extract · Dermatologic Therapy, 2013Licochalcone A activates Nrf2 in vitro and contributes to licorice extract-induced lowered cutaneous oxidative stress in vivo
Licorice root extract · Experimental Dermatology, 2015Efficacy and Safety of Azelaic Acid Nanocrystal-Loaded In Situ Hydrogel in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
Azelaic acid · Pharmaceutics, 2021The 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, 2017Randomized controlled study for the anti-aging effect of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide after laser therapy
Niacinamide · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021The Effects of a Standardized Extract of Centella asiatica on Postlaser Resurfacing Wound Healing on the Face: A Split-Face, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Madecassoside · Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020The anti-wrinkle efficacy of argireline, a synthetic hexapeptide, in Chinese subjects: a randomized, placebo-controlled study
Acetyl hexapeptide-8 · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled Study of the Efficacy of Moisturizer Containing Licochalcone A, Decanediol, L-Carnitine, and Salicylic Acid for Prevention of Acne Relapse in Asian Population
Salicylic acid, Bha beta hydroxy acid, Bha · BioMed Research International, 2020A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora
Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017Senomorphic activity of a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid: correlation with clinical improvement of skin aging
Niacinamide · Scientific Reports, 2024A topical gel of tea tree oil nanoemulsion containing adapalene versus adapalene marketed gel in patients with acne vulgaris: a randomized clinical trial
Melaleuca alternifolia tree oil leaf, Melaleuca alternifolia tree leaf extract · Archives of Dermatological Research, 2022Adenosine-loaded dissolving microneedle patches to improve skin wrinkles, dermal density, elasticity and hydration
Adenosine · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2018High molecular compounds (polysaccharides and proanthocyanidins) from Hamamelis virginiana bark: influence on human skin keratinocyte proliferation and differentiation and influence on irritated skin
Witch hazel extract · Phytochemistry, 2001The efficacy of glycolic acid, salicylic acid, gluconolactone, and licochalcone A combined with 0.1% adapalene vs adapalene monotherapy in mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris: a double-blinded within-person comparative study
Gluconolactone, Glycolic acid, Pha blend · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Systematic Study of Paeonol/Madecassoside Co-Delivery Nanoemulsion Transdermal Delivery System for Enhancing Barrier Repair and Anti-Inflammatory Efficacy
Centella asiatica extract, Madecassoside · Molecules, 2023A comparative study of gluconolactone versus benzoyl peroxide in the treatment of acne
Gluconolactone, Pha polyhydroxy acid · The Australasian Journal of Dermatology, 1992Anti-Wrinkle Efficacy of Cross-Linked Hyaluronic Acid-Based Microneedle Patch with Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Epidermal Growth Factor on Korean Skin
Acetyl hexapeptide-8 · Annals of Dermatology, 2019Daily Fluctuation of Facial Pore Area, Roughness and Redness among Young Japanese Women; Beneficial Effects of Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate Containing Antioxidative Skin Care Formula
Galactomyces ferment filtrate · Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2021INFLUENCE OF TOPICALLY APPLIED MENTHOL COOLING GEL ON SOFT TISSUE THERMODYNAMICS AND ARTERIAL AND CUTANEOUS BLOOD FLOW AT REST
Peppermint oil · International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy, 2018Allergy to oxidized limonene and linalool is frequent in the U.K
Limonene · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2014Efficacy of a multitargeted, salicylic acid-based dermocosmetic cream compared to benzoyl peroxide 5% in Acne vulgaris: Results from a randomized study
Salicylic acid, Bha beta hydroxy acid, Bha · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Fatty acids based α-Tocopherol loaded nanostructured lipid carrier gel: In vitro and in vivo evaluation for moisturizing and anti-aging effects
Vitamin e · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Comparison of clinical efficacies of sodium ascorbyl phosphate, retinol and their combination in acne treatment
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2009A Salicylic Acid-Based Dermocosmetic is Effective as an Adjunct to Benzoyl Peroxide for Mild to Moderate Acne and as Monotherapy in Maintenance Post Benzoyl Peroxide
Salicylic acid, Bha beta hydroxy acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023Effects of 15% Azelaic Acid Gel in the Management of Post-Inflammatory Erythema and Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation in Acne Vulgaris
Azelaic acid · Dermatology and Therapy, 2024Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of a Topical Formulation Containing Epidermal Growth Factor, Tranexamic Acid, Vitamin C, Arbutin, Niacinamide and Other Ingredients as Hydroquinone 4% Alternatives to Improve Hyperpigmentation: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Split Face Study
Arbutin · Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Development of stable tocopherol succinate-loaded ethosomes to enhance transdermal permeation: In vitro and in vivo characterizations
Vitamin e · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Clinical evaluation of the efficacy of a facial serum containing dioic acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, LHA, citric acid, and HEPES in treating post-inflammatory hyperchromia and controlling oily skin in patients with acne vulgaris
Citric acid, Capryloyl salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Antiacne and antiblotch activities of a formulated combination of Aloe barbadensis leaf powder, Garcinia mangostana peel extract, and Camellia sinensis leaf extract
Matcha green tea, Camellia sinensis leaf water · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019The efficacy study of the combination of tripeptide-10-citrulline and acetyl hexapeptide-3. A prospective, randomized controlled study
Acetyl hexapeptide-8 · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2017Whitening effect of alpha-bisabolol in Asian women subjects
Alpha-bisabolol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2010The usefulness of a dermocosmetic containing Myrtus communis extract and azelaic acid for maintenance phase of adult female acne: Results from a randomized exploratory investigator-blinded comparative study
Azelaic acid · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2023Effect of a botanical cleansing lotion on skin sebum and erythema of the face: A randomized controlled blinded half-side comparison
Willow bark extract · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019An evaluation of the effect of a topical product containing salicin on the visible signs of human skin aging
Willow bark extract · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010Clinical tolerance and efficacy of capryloyl salicylic acid peel compared to a glycolic acid peel in subjects with fine lines/wrinkles and hyperpigmented skin
Capryloyl salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008Assessment of Combined Ascorbyl Palmitate (AP) and Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (SAP) on Facial Skin Sebum Control in Female Healthy Volunteers
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · Drug Research, 2017Administration of skin care regimens containing β-glucan for skin recovery after fractional laser therapy: A split-face, double-blinded, vehicle-controlled study
Beta-glucan · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Anti-Inflammatory Effect of a Novel Topical Herbal Composition (VEL-091604) Consisting of Gentian Root, Licorice Root and Willow Bark Extract
Willow bark extract · Planta Medica, 2019Effects of lactobionic acid peel, aluminum oxide crystal microdermabrasion, and both procedures on skin hydration, elasticity, and transepidermal water loss
Lactobionic acid, Pha blend · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Two-phase delivery using a horse oil and adenosine-loaded dissolving microneedle patch for skin barrier restoration, moisturization, and wrinkle improvement
Adenosine · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Clinical Development and Evaluation of a Multi-Component Dissolving Microneedle Patch for Skin Pigmentation Disorders
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid · Polymers, 2023Fabrication of polyvinyl pyrrolidone-K90/Eudragit RL100-based dissolving microneedle patches loaded with alpha-arbutin and resveratrol for skin depigmentation
Arbutin · Biomaterials Science, 2023Skin Improvement with Antioxidant Effect of Yuja (Citrus junos) Peel Fractions: Wrinkles, Moisturizing, and Whitening
Citrus junos fruit extract · Antioxidants, 2022Lactobionic acid in a natural alkylpolyglucoside-based vehicle: assessing safety and efficacy aspects in comparison to glycolic acid
Lactobionic acid, Pha polyhydroxy acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010Clinical efficacy and safety of nano-microneedle-assisted phenylethyl resorcinol for the treatment of infraorbital dark circles
Phenylethyl resorcinol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Comparative physicochemical stability and clinical anti-wrinkle efficacy of transdermal emulgel preparations of 5% sodium ascorbyl phosphate and or ascorbic acid on human volunteers
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021A 10% Lactobionic acid-containing moisturizer reduces skin surface pH without irritation-An in vivo/in vitro study
Lactobionic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study
Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025The anti wrinkle efficacy of synthetic hexapeptide (Argireline) in Chinese Subjects
Acetyl hexapeptide-8 · Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2013Enhanced Fluctuations in Facial Pore Size, Redness, and TEWL Caused by Mask Usage Are Normalized by the Application of a Moisturizer
Galactomyces ferment filtrate · Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2022Modulation of skin pigmentation by the tetrapeptide PKEK: in vitro and in vivo evidence for skin whitening effects
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · Experimental Dermatology, 2012Tocopherol succinate-loaded ethosomal gel synthesized by cold method technique: Deeper biophysical characterizations for translational application on human skin
Vitamin e · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Efficacy and Safety of a New Cosmeceutical Regimen Based on the Combination of Snail Secretion Filtrate and Snail Egg Extract to Improve Signs of Skin Aging
Snail secretion filtrate, Snail truecica complex · The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020Anti-Photoaging Effects of Upcycled Citrus junos Seed Anionic Peptides on Ultraviolet-Radiation-Induced Skin Aging in a Reconstructed Skin Model
Citrus junos fruit extract · International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024Antioxidant and membrane-protective effects of the 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid-cannabigerol system on UVB-irradiated human keratinocytes
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid · Free Radical Biology & Medicine, 2025Comparison of clindamycin 1% and benzoyl peroxide 5% gel to a novel composition containing salicylic acid, capryloyl salicylic acid, HEPES, glycolic acid, citric acid, and dioic acid in the treatment of acne vulgaris
Citric acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2013Translational Evaluation of a Disodium Adenosine Monophosphate (AMP2Na)-Based Topical Formulation for Physiology-Aligned Skin Rejuvenation: Integrated In Vitro, Ex Vivo, and Clinical Evidence
Adenosine · International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2026A polyhydroxy acid skin care regimen provides antiaging effects comparable to an alpha-hydroxyacid regimen
Pha polyhydroxy acid · Cutis, 2004Significant Reversal of Facial Wrinkle, Pigmented Spot and Roughness by Daily Application of Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate-Containing Skin Products for 12 Months-An 11-Year Longitudinal Skin Aging Rejuvenation Study
Galactomyces ferment filtrate · Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023Pleiotropic effects of a Camellia sinensis leaf extract on in vitro and in vivo skin health characteristics
Camellia sinensis leaf water · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025Efficacy and safety of a facial serum containing snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glaba root extract in the treatment of maskne: A randomized placebo-controlled study
Snail secretion filtrate, Snail truecica complex · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Assessment of Supramolecular Bakuchiol and Terminalia Chebula Extract for Facial Photoaging in Chinese Sensitive Skin Population
Bakuchiol · Health Science Reports, 2025Efficacy of a Topical Formulation on Skin Hydration and Barrier Function in Individuals With Xerosis: A 28-Day Randomized, Split-Leg, Untreated-Controlled Trial
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026The Therapeutic Effects of a Bentonite-Based Facial Mask With Alcea sulphurea Extract on Acne Severity and Patient Experience: Add-On Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Bentonite · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025The Effectiveness of Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Dexpanthenol, and Centella Asiatica Combination Serum in the Treatment of Post-Acne Hyperpigmentation in Subjects with Skin of Color
Galactomyces ferment filtrate · Skinmed, 2021Efficacy of anti-sebum moisturizing cream containing 2% l-carnitine and 5% epigallocatechin gallate in seborrhea: A randomized clinical trial
Camellia sinensis leaf water · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens
Homosalate · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2025Split-face evaluation: Gluconolactone plus oxybrasion versus gluconolactone plus microneedling. The effects on skin parameters
Gluconolactone · Skin Research and Technology, 2023Efficacy 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
Saccharide isomerate · Lasers in Medical Science, 2025
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