Journal of Investigative Dermatology · 2024 · in vitro
In keratinocytes, trehalose prevented IL-4/IL-13-induced impairment of the skin barrier, an effect linked to suppression of IL-33 expression and increased Nrf2 pathway activation.
humectant
Trehalose
Evidenceemerging · Tier 3Irritation riskVery lowIn products850
Concerns it helps
| Concern | Strength | Studies | What the research says |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dryness | Relevant | 1 | In keratinocytes, trehalose prevented IL-4/IL-13-induced impairment of the skin barrier, an effect linked to suppression of IL-33 expression and increased Nrf2 pathway activation. |
No known conflicts — Trehalose isn’t flagged against any concern or skin condition.
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The research
Trehalose is a humectant backed by early but promising evidence (evidence tier 3 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.
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Biomedical Reports · 2014 · in vitro
In immortalized human HaCaT keratinocytes, trehalose-loaded liposomes reduced UVB-induced molecular photodamage and performed better than other common cytoprotective compounds tested; liposomes were used to overcome trehalose's low skin permeability.
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RODAN + FIELDS
Redefine Minimizing+ Pore Refining Toner
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RODAN + FIELDS
Redefine Minimizing+ Pore Refining Toner
Toner
$50.00124.2ml · $0.40/ml
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- GoodRedness & sensitivity
- GoodDark circles
- RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation
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Redefine Minimizing+ Pore Refining Toner is a brightening serum by RODAN + FIELDS. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide.
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Dream Night Serum with Bio-Retinol
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$88.0029.6ml · $2.97/ml
★★★★★4.8(532)
Ideal for
- StrongDryness
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodUneven texture
- RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation
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May aggravate: Rosacea (Lavender Oil, Lactic Acid and Limonene); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid)
OSEA
Dream Night Serum with Bio-Retinol
Serum
$88.0029.6ml · $2.97/ml
★★★★★4.8(532)
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- StrongDryness
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodUneven texture
- RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation
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May aggravate: Rosacea (Lavender Oil, Lactic Acid and Limonene); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid)
Dream Night Serum with Bio-Retinol is a exfoliant by OSEA. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Propanediol, Hyaluronic Acid.
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Set up your skin profileMEDIHEAL
Serum
$8.80
★★★★★4.8(4,710)
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- StrongRedness & sensitivity
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDark circles
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Jojoba Oil)
MEDIHEAL
Serum
$8.80
★★★★★4.8(4,710)
Ideal for
- ExcellentDryness
- StrongRedness & sensitivity
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDark circles
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Jojoba Oil)
Madecassoside Essential Mask is a calming serum by MEDIHEAL. Key ingredients include Water, Propanediol, Dipropylene Glycol.
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Set up your skin profileRoC
Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Rich Cream Moisturizer
Moisturizer
$37.9950.3ml · $0.76/ml
★★★★★4.8(1,308)
Ideal for
- StrongFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDryness
- GoodRedness & sensitivity
- GoodLoss of firmness
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol and Isopropyl Palmitate)
RoC
Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Rich Cream Moisturizer
Moisturizer
$37.9950.3ml · $0.76/ml
★★★★★4.8(1,308)
Ideal for
- StrongFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDryness
- GoodRedness & sensitivity
- GoodLoss of firmness
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Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasis
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol and Isopropyl Palmitate)
Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Rich Cream Moisturizer is a retinoid treatment by RoC. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE.
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Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
WaterGlycerinGlyceryl Stearate SECetearyl AlcoholCetyl AlcoholIsopropyl PalmitateDimethiconeRetinolHyaluronic AcidCeramidesSodium PCAVitamin EHydrogenated LecithinUreaTrehaloseAllantoinCholesterolStearic AcidPolysorbate 20Xanthan Gum1,2-HexanediolCitric AcidPropanediolSodium HydroxideCaprylyl Glycol
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Estée Lauder
Moisturizer
$57.1550ml · $1.14/ml
★★★★★4.8(581)
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- GoodDryness
- RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
- RelevantUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
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Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Linoleic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate and Stearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate and Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Estée Lauder
Moisturizer
$57.1550ml · $1.14/ml
★★★★★4.8(581)
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- GoodDryness
- RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
- RelevantUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
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Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Linoleic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate and Stearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate and Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Estée Lauder DayWear Sheer Tint Release Advanced Multi-Protection Anti-Oxidant Moisturizer SPF15 50ml is a spf moisturiser by Estée Lauder. Key ingredients include Octinoxate, Octisalate, Dimethicone.
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Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
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ESPA
ESPA Tri-Active Lift and Firm Moisturiser 55ml
Moisturizer – for Dryness, Fine lines & wrinkles
$73.6655ml · $1.34/ml
★★★★★4.8(1,002)
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- GoodDryness
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- LowUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol and Palmitic Acid); Rosacea (Lavender Oil, Linalool and Limonene)
ESPA
ESPA Tri-Active Lift and Firm Moisturiser 55ml
Moisturizer – for Dryness, Fine lines & wrinkles
$73.6655ml · $1.34/ml
★★★★★4.8(1,002)
Ideal for
- GoodDryness
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- LowUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol and Palmitic Acid); Rosacea (Lavender Oil, Linalool and Limonene)
ESPA Tri-Active Lift and Firm Moisturiser 55ml is a antioxidant serum by ESPA. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol.
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Kérastase
Kérastase Resistance Therepiste Serum 30ml
Serum
$66.0430ml · $2.20/ml
★★★★★4.8(590)
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- LowUneven texture
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Linalool)
Kérastase
Kérastase Resistance Therepiste Serum 30ml
Serum
$66.0430ml · $2.20/ml
★★★★★4.8(590)
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- LowUneven texture
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Linalool)
Kérastase Resistance Therepiste Serum 30ml is a hydrating serum by Kérastase. Key ingredients include Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone.
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Augustinus Bader
Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum 30ml
Serum – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
$380.0030ml · $12.67/ml
★★★★★4.8(646)
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- GoodDryness
- GoodRedness & sensitivity
- RelevantDark circles
Augustinus Bader
Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum 30ml
Serum – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation
$380.0030ml · $12.67/ml
★★★★★4.8(646)
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Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum 30ml is a peptide serum by Augustinus Bader. Key ingredients include Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide.
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Clinique
Clinique Daily Calm™ Soothing Repair Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$57.1550ml · $1.14/ml
★★★★★4.8(2,875)
Ideal for
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDryness
- GoodRedness & sensitivity
- LowUneven texture
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate and Linoleic Acid)
Clinique
Clinique Daily Calm™ Soothing Repair Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$57.1550ml · $1.14/ml
★★★★★4.8(2,875)
Ideal for
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDryness
- GoodRedness & sensitivity
- LowUneven texture
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate and Linoleic Acid)
Clinique Daily Calm™ Soothing Repair Cream 50ml is a antioxidant serum by Clinique. Key ingredients include Shea Butter, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol.
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Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden Prevage Anti-Aging Daily Serum 2.0 1.7 oz
Serum
$250.1950.3ml · $4.98/ml
★★★★★4.7(4,631)
Ideal for
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- GoodLoss of firmness
- RelevantUneven texture
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Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral Dermatitis
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May aggravate: Psoriasis (Fragrance and Sodium Laureth Sulfate); Melasma (Fragrance)
Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden Prevage Anti-Aging Daily Serum 2.0 1.7 oz
Serum
$250.1950.3ml · $4.98/ml
★★★★★4.7(4,631)
Ideal for
- GoodDryness
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodLoss of firmness
- RelevantUneven texture
Not recommended for
Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral Dermatitis
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May aggravate: Psoriasis (Fragrance and Sodium Laureth Sulfate); Melasma (Fragrance)
Elizabeth Arden Prevage Anti-Aging Daily Serum 2.0 1.7 oz is a peptide serum by Elizabeth Arden. Key ingredients include Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol.
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Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
DimethiconeCyclopentasiloxaneButylene GlycolC12-15 Alkyl BenzoateGlycerinDimethicone CrosspolymerPropanediolHydrogenated LecithinAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP CopolymerCaprylyl GlycolCarbomerCitric AcidDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerHydroxyethylcelluloseLauryl GlucosideMicaPEG-100 StearatePEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilMatrixyl 3000FragrancePolysorbate 20SilicaHyaluronic AcidSodium Laureth SulfateSodium PCAVitamin ETrehaloseUreaXanthan GumHydroxycitronellalChlorphenesinPhenoxyethanolTitanium Dioxide
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Set up your skin profileEducational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.