MDSun Collagen Lift Ingredients Explained
Published on May 08, 2024 Submitted by screamadelica
Overview
What it is
General moisturizer with 41 ingredients that contains peptides and PHA
Cool Features
It is cruelty-free and reef safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for anti aging and better texture
Free From
It doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
Fun facts
MDSun is from United States.
We independently verify ingredients and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Does this product need an update? Let us know.
Ingredient List (41)
Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Cichorium Intybus Root Extract, Gluconolactone, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-29, Gold, Lactobionic Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Rh-Polypeptide-104, Rh-Polypeptide-111, Polypeptide-1, Rh-Polypeptide-33, Rh-Polypeptide-96, Rh-Polypeptide-20, Rh-Polypeptide-51, Whey Protein, Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate , Hexapeptide-11, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate, Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Tetrapeptide-23, Pentapeptide-5, Human Adipose Derived Stem Cell Conditioned Media Extract, Human Neonatal Fibroblast Conditioned Media, Sh-Polypeptide-3, EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Sodium Hydroxide, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Echinacea Angustifolia Meristem Cell Culture, Gardenia Jasminoides Meristem Cell Culture, Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Sorbitol, Carbomer
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Notable Ingredients
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 17 ingredients that may have this attribute:
- Acetyl Octapeptide-3
- Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
- Palmitoyl Tripeptide-29
- Rh-Polypeptide-104
- Rh-Polypeptide-111
- Polypeptide-1
- Rh-Polypeptide-33
- Rh-Polypeptide-96
- Rh-Polypeptide-20
- Rh-Polypeptide-51
- Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine
- Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate
- Hexapeptide-11
- Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
- Tetrapeptide-23
- Pentapeptide-5
- Sh-Polypeptide-3
Benefits
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This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
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Ingredient Info
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients Explained
Acetyl Octapeptide-3 is a synthetic peptide. It is often called a botox alternative due to its ability to restrict the movement of muscles, and thus reduce the appearance of fine-lines.
While this peptide can help reduce wrinkles and fine-lines, the research is lacking in it being as effective as botox.
All current studies for this ingredient are either from manufacturers or look at amounts far greater than in actual products.
Learn more about Acetyl Octapeptide-3We don't have a description for Cichorium Intybus Root Extract.
Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs have a larger structure than AHAs and BHAs and are more gentle. It is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This helps improve texture and brightens the skin.
Gluconolactone is a humectant and helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
PHAs also exhibit antioxidant activity by neutralizing free-radical molecules. This can help with anti-aging.
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells. However, we still recommend wearing SPF especially after using exfoliating ingredients.
Learn more about GluconolactoneYou might know this ingredients as Matrixyl. It is a peptide.
Peptides are building blocks for protein. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 consists of five amino acids. These amino acids include: 2 lysines, 2 threonines, and serine
This ingredients tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.
Thus, Matrixyl may help improve the look of wrinkles.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4We don't have a description for Hydroxyethyl Urea.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-29 isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.
We don't have a description for Gold.
Lactobionic Acid is a PHA. PHAs exfoliate the top layer of skin.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
By removing dead skin cells, PHAs leave the skin brighter and with even-texture.
PHAs also exhibit antioxidant activity by neutralizing free-radical molecules. This can help with anti-aging.
Learn more about Lactobionic AcidLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate is a natural preservative. It comes from fermenting radish roots with a bacteria called leuconostoc. Leuconostoc comes from lactic acid. This bacteria is used to make the traditional Korean side-dish, kimchi. It is also used to make sourdough bread (both incredibly yummy foods).
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate has antimicrobial properties and helps prevent the growth of bacteria in a product.
It is believed the preservation property comes from salicylic acid and ammonium salt, neither of which are involved in the fermentation process.
Learn more about Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltratePolypeptide-1 is a peptide.
Rh-Polypeptide-33 is a peptide. Peptides are building blocks for protein.
Rh-Polypeptide-96 is a peptide.
Rh-Polypeptide-51 is an antioxidant and is a peptide.
Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.
Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract is a fragrance.
Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate is a peptide.
Hexapeptide-11 is a peptide.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.
We don't have a description for Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate.
We don't have a description for Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein.
We don't have a description for Human Adipose Derived Stem Cell Conditioned Media Extract.
We don't have a description for Human Neonatal Fibroblast Conditioned Media.
EDTA is the shortened name for ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid. It is a chelating agent and used to stabilize products.
Chelating Agents are used to prevent trace metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This can prevent unwanted reactions or changed efficacy of products.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateHydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.
Hydroxyethylcellulose helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.
This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.
Learn more about HydroxyethylcelluloseDimethyl Isosorbide is a solvent and helps deliver actives into your skin. It is created from sorbitol.
As a solvent, dimethyl isosorbide helps dissolve other ingredients. This helps ensure even distribution of an ingredient. It may also be used to decrease the thickness of a product.
Studies show dimethyl isosorbide is able to penetrate skin to deliver other ingredients into the skin, making them more effective.
Learn more about Dimethyl IsosorbideSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract comes from the leaves of an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. Centella Asiatica is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. It can help reduce irritation and soothe the skin.
Many active components found in centella asiatica, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Research shows centella asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.
The combination of all these properties makes centella asiatica leaf extract effective at soothing the skin.
Other components of centella asiatica leaf extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.
This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica Leaf ExtractWe don't have a description for Echinacea Angustifolia Meristem Cell Culture.
Gardenia Jasminoides Meristem Cell Culture is an antioxidant.
We don't have a description for Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture.
We don't have a description for Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract.
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.
Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.
As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.
It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.
Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.
Learn more about SorbitolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
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