Allies of Skin Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial

Allies of Skin

Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial

face chemical peel

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General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
51%
Combination (dry)
51%
Balanced
81%
Combination (oily)
89%
Oily
89%

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Ingredients
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Benefits
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Actives
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An all-in-one night-time treatment for those prone to discolouration and breakouts, the Allies of Skin Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial (48ml) delivers visibly renewed results by morning. Powered by a 7% glycolic, lactic and salicylic acid blend, this innovative peel gently sweeps away dead cells from your skin's top layer, purging clogged pores and blackheads for a more clarified appearance. A 1% retinoid complex helps to smooth out expression lines to leave a noticeably plumper and brighter result, all while enhancing your skin's natural glow. Its active ingredients are suspended in a slow-release nourishing gel (full of all the hydrating good stuff: sodium hyaluronate, yoghurt, niacinamide, panthenol and manuka honey to name a few) to replenish moisture and protect skin against redness post-peel.

Key Insights

Benefits

10
Anti-Acne
Anti-Aging
Blackhead Reducing
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
Soothing

Active Ingredients

6
AHA BHA Hyaluronic acid Retinoids Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

Risks

2
Alcohol
Synthetic polymer

About Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial

Overview

Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial is a lightweight chemical peel from Allies of Skin. The formula is built mainly around hydration, soothing and brightening and tone. The ingredient list runs to 56 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Propanediol and Butylene Glycol, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol and Panthenol.

Soothing: High. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Panthenol, Allantoin, Bisabolol and Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate.

Brightening: High. Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks, and here that comes from Niacinamide, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glycolic Acid and Lactic Acid.

Cell renewal: Moderate. Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover, and here that comes from Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid and Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced, Combination (oily) and Oily skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on antioxidant protection and firmness signalling. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.

Where it fits in a routine

Use it in the evening. In a routine it goes after cleansing, before serums. Start at once or twice a week and build up only if skin stays comfortable. Wear sunscreen the next morning — fresh exfoliation raises UV sensitivity.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No fragrance or declared allergens
  • No essential oils
  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • Several soothing ingredients
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • 2 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
  • Contains ingredients usually flagged for review during pregnancy

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin
  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Sensitive skin

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 18 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 16 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 13 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Evens Skin Tone 4 ingredients

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Anti-Acne 2 ingredients

    Targets breakouts by reducing bacteria and unclogging pores

  • Smooths Bumpy Skin 2 ingredients

    Refines texture by gently exfoliating rough, uneven patches

  • Blackhead Reducing 1 ingredient

    Helps unclog pores and reduce blackheads for clearer skin

  • Dark Spot Fading 1 ingredient

    Fades hyperpigmentation and evens out dark spots over time

  • Oil Control 1 ingredient

    Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness

  • Pore Minimizer 1 ingredient

    Tightens and refines the look of enlarged pores

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Acetic acid, hydroxy-

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Smooths Bumpy Skin

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration
Niacinamide Vitamin B3 (niacinamide)

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a gentle skincare active that repairs the skin barrier, calms redness, controls oil and evens tone at 2–5%. Official IUPAC name: **3-Pyridinecarboxamide**

Soothing Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium gluconate

Hydration

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Hydration

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Salicylic acid

Anti-Acne Anti-Aging Blackhead Reducing

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Mel (EU)

Hydration Soothing Anti-Aging
Panthenol Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-

Soothing
Sodium Hyaluronate Hyaluronic acid

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support Low

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control Moderate

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening High

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing High

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal Moderate

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (8)

Supporting ingredients (48)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Aqua Glycerin Polysorbate 20 Propanediol Butylene Glycol Sodium Hydroxide Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 Sodium Gluconate Caprylyl Glycol Yogurt Powder Saccharomyces/xylinum/black Tea Ferment Honey Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract Allantoin Hydrolyzed Silk Bisabolol Tocopherol Honey Extract Globularia Alypum Leaf Extract Physalis Angulata Extract Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-indica Flower Extract Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract Caffeyl Glucoside Gallyl Glucoside Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract Diglucosyl Gallic Acid Dimethyl Sulfone Zymomonas Ferment Extract Mirabilis Jalapa Flower/leaf/stem Extract Biotin Rosmarinyl Glucoside Dimethyl Isosorbide Galactoarabinan Inulin Caprylic/capric Triglyceride Ethylhexylglycerin Glyceryl Acrylate/acrylic Acid Copolymer Sodium Lactate Maltodextrin Sclerotium Gum Xanthan Gum T-butyl Alcohol Hydroxyethylcellulose Sodium Citrate Disodium Edta Potassium Sorbate Sodium Benzoate Phenoxyethanol

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Fragrance-free
  • Essential-oil-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • Oil-free

Contains

  • Animal-derived ingredients

    Honey, Hydrolyzed Silk

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Use with caution

  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)

    Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.

  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)

    Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.

  • BHA (salicylic acid)

    Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.

  • PHAs (gluconolactone)

    Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.

  • Benzoyl peroxide

    Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • Azelaic acid

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

Where it fits in a routine

Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Exfoliate
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise

This product is the "Exfoliate" step.

  • Start at once or twice a week and build up only if skin stays comfortable.
  • Wear sunscreen the next morning — fresh exfoliation raises UV sensitivity.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Contains Salicylic Acid, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, usually reviewed with a doctor during pregnancy.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
2 ingredients could feed malassezia: Polysorbate 20, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black Tea Ferment. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Recorded ingredient risks
Alcohol, Synthetic polymer

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 56 ingredients on the label.

12
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

10
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

9
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

8
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

7
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

7
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

6
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

4
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

4
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

4
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

3
Soothing

Calms visible redness and irritation

3
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

2
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

2
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

1 Aqua Solvent
Estimated level
30–80%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Water

2 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Active, pH adjuster

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Acetic acid, hydroxy-

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Smooths Bumpy Skin
5 scientific references
  • Molecules, April 2018, 23(4), ePublication
  • DNA Cell Biology, February 2017, pages 177-187
  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, October 2015, pages 21-26
  • BioMed Research International, 2015, Volume 2015
  • Dermatology Research and Practice, February 2015, Volume 2015
4 Polysorbate 20 Surfactant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Sorbitan, monododecanoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs.

5 Propanediol Texture agent
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • PubChem Compound Summary, April 2021, ePublication
  • SpecialChem, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2018, pages 1-73
  • Cosmetics & Toiletries, May 2013, pages 81-86
6 Niacinamide Active
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Active

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a gentle skincare active that repairs the skin barrier, calms redness, controls oil and evens tone at 2–5%. Official IUPAC name: **3-Pyridinecarboxamide**

Soothing Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer
15 scientific references
  • International Journal of Dermatology, February 2021, pages 166-173
  • Biomolecules & Therapeutics, July 2019, pages 562-569
  • Experimental Dermatology, February 2019, pages 15-22
  • Dermatologic Therapy, September 2017, ePublication
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, May 2017, page S116
  • International Journal of Pharmaceutics, March 2017, pages 158-162
  • Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America, May 2016, pages 145-152
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, July 2015, pages 405-412
  • Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, June 2014, pages 311-315
  • International Journal of Pharmacy, January 2013, pages 192-201
  • Dermatoendrocrinology, July 2012, pages 308-319
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2005, pages 1-31
  • Dermatologic Surgery, July 2005, pages 860-865
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2004, pages 231-238
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, April 2004, pages 88-93
7 Butylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
  • Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
8 Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

8th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium hydroxide

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

9th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a copolymer of ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate, dimethylacrylamide, lauryl methacrylate and laureth-4 methacrylate, crosslinked with trimethylolpropane triacrylate

Synthetic polymer
10 Sodium Gluconate Chelator
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Chelator

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium gluconate

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May/June 2019, pages 5S-38S
  • Journals of Materials Research, February 2006, pages 343-348
  • https://wwwepagov/sites/production/files/2019-08/documents/support_document_for_proposed_designation_of_d-gluconic_acid_sodium_saltpdf
11 Lactic Acid Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active, pH adjuster

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Hydration
9 scientific references
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, April 2020, pages 116-126
  • International Journal of Dermatology, March 2019, ePublication
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, October 2018, pages 491-497
  • International Journal of Dermatology, September 2018, ePublication
  • Molecules, April 2018, ePublication
  • Journal of the American Dental Association, April 2016, pages 255-263
  • Cutis, January 2016, pages E9-E11
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, November 2010, pages 135-142
  • The Journal of Dermatology, January 2006, pages 16-22
12 Caprylyl Glycol Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Octane-1,2-diol

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Exfoliant, Preservative

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Salicylic acid

Anti-Acne Anti-Aging Blackhead Reducing
10 scientific references
  • Experimental Dermatology, July 2019, pages 786-794
  • European Commission Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety, June 2019, pages 1-70
  • Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, April 2018, pages 245-251
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, January-February 2017, pages 55-58
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, August 2015, pages 455-461
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, November 2010, pages 135-142
  • Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery, September 2008, pages 170-176
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, April 2007, pages 651-663
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2000, pages 21-52
  • Seminars in Dermatology, December 1990, pages 305-308
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Yogurt Powder is a powder obtained from dried, ground yogurt

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment is the product obtained by the fermentation of black tea by the microorganism, Saccharomyces and Xylinium

16 Honey Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Mel (EU)

Hydration Soothing Anti-Aging
17 Panthenol Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing
7 scientific references
  • The Linus Pauling Institute, Oregon State University, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2019, pages 534-547
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, January 2019, pages 346-354
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, March 2018, pages 1-51
  • The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, August 2017, pages 173-180
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2011, pages 361-370
  • American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, Volume 3, 2002, pages 427-433
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Soothing, Plant extract

18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Licorice, Glycyrrhiza glabra L., Leguminosae

19 Allantoin Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Soothing

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-

Soothing
8 scientific references
  • Chemistry Series, March 2020, pages 7-21
  • Molecules, June 2019, pages 1-33
  • European Journal of Pharmacology, February 2018, pages 68-78
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, June 2017, Volume 76, Issue 2, Supplement 1
  • Pharmacognosy Review, Volume 5, July-December 2011
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2010, Supplement, pages 84S-97S
  • Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology, October 2008, ePublication
  • https://wwwaccessdatafdagov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearchcfm?CFRPart=347&showFR=1
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing
5 scientific references
  • Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, und Verwandte Gebiete, December 2017, pages 987-993
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, July 2014, pages 277-287
  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, October 2012, pages 20-23
  • DermatoEndocrinology, July-December 2012, pages 253-258
  • Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, September 2011, pages 990-1000
21 Hydrolyzed Silk Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Protein hydrolyzates, silk

Hydration
22 Bisabolol Soothing
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Soothing

22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

(R*,R*)-.alpha.,4-dimethyl-.alpha.-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)cyclohex-3-ene-1-methanol; 3-Cyclohexene-1-methanol, alpha,4-dimethyl-alpha-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (theta,theta)-(+/-)-; 3-Cyclohexene-1-methanol, alpha,4-dimethyl-alpha-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (S-(theta,theta))- (levomenol)

Soothing Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed May 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2019, pages 299-303
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2017, pages 24S-25S
  • Cutis, November 2015, pages 337-342
  • Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, 2014, pages 173-181
  • Food and Chemical Toxicology, October 2011, pages 2580-2585
23 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Journal or Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2010, pages 7013-7020
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1212-1217
  • Canadian Family Physician, July 2006, pages 855-856
  • Dermatologic Surgery, April 1999, pages 311-315
24 Honey Extract Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Plant extract

24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Mel Extract (EU)

Hydration Soothing
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Globularia Alypum Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Globularia alypum.

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Physalis Angulata Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Physalis angulata L., Solanaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Exfoliant, Plant extract

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract is the hydrolysate of an extract of the flowers of Opuntia ficus-indica, Cactaceae derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis

Anti-Aging Soothing Smooths Bumpy Skin
5 scientific references
  • Horticulturae, January 2022, pages 1–28
  • Molecules, February 2021, pages 1–20 and September 2014, pages 14, 879–14, 901
  • Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry Letters, December 2017, pages 5, 485–5, 489
  • International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, November 2015, pages 483–490
  • Journal of Medicinal Food, October 2015, pages 1, 143–1, 149
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract is an extract of the Alga, Ascophyllum nodosum (L.), Fucaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active

29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Anti-Acne Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone
30 Caffeyl Glucoside Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Caffeyl Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of Caffeic Acid and Glucose

31 Gallyl Glucoside Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Gallyl Glucoside is the product of the reaction of Gallic Acid and glucose

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Japanese Knotweed, Polygonum cuspidatum, Polygonaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,5-(Di-D-Glucopyranosyl)Gallic Acid

Anti-Aging Dark Spot Fading
34 Dimethyl Sulfone Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Dimethyl sulphone

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Plant extract

35th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Zymomonas Ferment Extract is an extract of the product obtained by the fermentation of Zymomonas Mobilis

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

36th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Mirabilis Jalapa Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is the extract of the flowers, leaves and stems of Marvel of Peru, Mirabilis jalapa L., Nyctaginaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

37th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1H-Thieno[3,4-d]imidazole-4-pentanoic acid, hexahydro-2-oxo-, [3aS-(3a.alpha.,4.beta.,6a.alpha.)]-

Anti-Aging Hydration
38 Rosmarinyl Glucoside Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

38th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Rosmarinyl Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of Rosmarinic Acid and glucose

39 Dimethyl Isosorbide Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

39th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-2,5-di-O-methyl-D-glucitol

40 Galactoarabinan Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

40th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Galactoarabinan

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing
3 scientific references
  • International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, July 2022, pages 546–554
  • Cosmetics, October 2020, pages 1–10; and October 2017, pages 1–16
  • Nutrition and Metabolism, April 2016, pages 1–11
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

41st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Fructosane

Hydration Soothing
6 scientific references
  • Biomolecules, March 2021, pages 1–25
  • Microorganisms, January 2021, pages 1–14; and December 2020, pages 1–14
  • Frontiers in Nutrition, May 2019, pages 1–24
  • Foods, March 2019, pages 1–27
  • Beneficial Microbes, June 2014, pages 99­–107
  • Beneficial Microbes, June 2014, pages 99–107
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

42nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 34-35
  • Periodica Polytechnica Chemical Engineering, 2014, pages 43-48
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 2003, pages 4-5
  • Food and Chemical Toxicology, January 2000, pages 79-98
  • Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, August 1985, pages 303-311
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

43rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • PLoS One, October 2016, ePublication
  • Contact Dermatitis, May 2016, pages 281-288
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2013, pages 5S-21S
  • Personal Care, 2008, pages 1-4
  • Cosmetic Science Technology, 2006, pages 1-11
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent

44th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer is a copolymer of glyceryl acrylate and acrylic acid

Synthetic polymer
45 Sodium Lactate Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Exfoliant, pH adjuster

45th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium lactate

Hydration
6 scientific references
  • Nutrition Reviews Advance Article, July 2020, pages 1-16
  • Code of Federal Regulations, April 2020, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, March 2014, pages 321-326
  • Materials Sciences and Applications, January 2012, pages 18-23
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, February 2007, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 1998, pages 1-241
46 Maltodextrin Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Texture agent

46th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Maltodextrin

Oil Control Hydration
47 Sclerotium Gum Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

47th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Scleroglucan

48 Xanthan Gum Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

48th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Xanthan gum

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

49th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Methylpropan-2-ol

Alcohol
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Texture agent

50th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl ether

51 Sodium Citrate Chelator
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Chelator, pH adjuster

51st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Trisodium citrate

52 Disodium Edta Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Chelator

52nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate

53 Citric Acid Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Chelator, pH adjuster

53rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid

54 Potassium Sorbate Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

54th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Potassium (E,E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate

55 Sodium Benzoate Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

55th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium benzoate

56 Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

56th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Phenoxyethanol

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial?

AQUA, GLYCERIN, GLYCOLIC ACID, POLYSORBATE 20, PROPANEDIOL, NIACINAMIDE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, POLYACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER-6, SODIUM GLUCONATE, LACTIC ACID, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SALICYLIC ACID, YOGURT POWDER, SACCHAROMYCES/XYLINUM/BLACK TEA FERMENT, HONEY, PANTHENOL, GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA ROOT EXTRACT, ALLANTOIN, SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYDROLYZED SILK, BISABOLOL, TOCOPHEROL, HONEY EXTRACT, GLOBULARIA ALYPUM LEAF EXTRACT, PHYSALIS ANGULATA EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA FLOWER EXTRACT, ASCOPHYLLUM NODOSUM EXTRACT, HYDROXYPINACOLONE RETINOATE, CAFFEYL GLUCOSIDE, GALLYL GLUCOSIDE, POLYGONUM CUSPIDATUM EXTRACT, DIGLUCOSYL GALLIC ACID, DIMETHYL SULFONE, ZYMOMONAS FERMENT EXTRACT, MIRABILIS JALAPA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT, BIOTIN, ROSMARINYL GLUCOSIDE, DIMETHYL ISOSORBIDE, GALACTOARABINAN, INULIN, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, GLYCERYL ACRYLATE/ACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER, SODIUM LACTATE, MALTODEXTRIN, SCLEROTIUM GUM, XANTHAN GUM, T-BUTYL ALCOHOL, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, SODIUM CITRATE, DISODIUM EDTA, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, PHENOXYETHANOL.

What are the active ingredients in Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial?

GLYCOLIC ACID, NIACINAMIDE, LACTIC ACID, SALICYLIC ACID, PANTHENOL, SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYDROXYPINACOLONE RETINOATE, CITRIC ACID.

How do I use Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial?

Apply 2-5 pumps to your face, avoiding the eye area. Use weekly: 3 nights in a row (PM).

What skin types is Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced, Combination (oily), Oily skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.

Is Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial good for sensitive skin?

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Is Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial fungal acne safe?

2 ingredients could feed malassezia: Polysorbate 20, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black Tea Ferment. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial while pregnant?

It contains Salicylic Acid, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, which are usually reviewed with a doctor during pregnancy. Ask your doctor or midwife before using it.

Is Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial fragrance free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.

Does Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial contain essential oils?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.

Is Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial?

It layers well with Copper peptides, Bakuchiol, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Ceramides, Signal peptides. Take more care combining it with Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide, Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Azelaic acid — use them in separate routines or on alternate days.

When should I apply Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial?

Use it in the evening, after cleansing, before serums.

How many ingredients does Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial have?

It lists 56 ingredients, of which 8 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Multi Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial?

Allies of Skin.

Brand
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