1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid
Hydration
Anti-Aging
MIXSOON
Amino Powder
face special treatment
MIXSOON
Amino Powder
face special treatment
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Fit by skin type
General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.
Dry
90%
Combination (dry)
90%
Balanced
100%
Combination (oily)
70%
Oily
70%
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Ingredients
2
Benefits
0
Actives
mixsoon Amino Acid Powder is a premium skincare powder designed to nourish and hydrate the skin with 100% pure L-Serine, a naturally occurring amino acid. Known for its powerful ability to maintain skin elasticity and moisture, this high-purity powder deeply penetrates the skin without clumping, providing a smooth and hydrated finish. The fine powder easily blends with any cosmetic product, delivering an extra boost of nourishment and ensuring that your skin stays firm, moisturized, and youthful-looking.
Key Insights
Benefits
2
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Full Ingredients
1 total
About Amino Powder
Overview
Amino Powder is a cushioning special treatment from MIXSOON.
Texture and finish
By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top.
What the formula does
Hydration: Moderate. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Serine.
Who it suits
On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Combination (oily) and Oily 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 barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. 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
It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after toner, before moisturiser. Apply to clean, dry skin and give it a minute to absorb before the next layer. Introduce one new treatment at a time so you can identify what is working.
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
- No common irritants flagged in the list
- No recognised malassezia (fungal acne) triggers
Which skin types it suits
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Suitable for
- Balanced skin
May suit
- Dry skin
- Combination (dry) skin
Less suitable for
- Combination (oily) skin
- Oily 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
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Anti-Aging 1 ingredient
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
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Hydration 1 ingredient
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Does not target
Anti-Acne
Blackhead Reducing
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
Soothing
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
Key ingredients
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
Formula analysis
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Hydration
Moderate
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Barrier support
None
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Antioxidant support
None
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Oil control
None
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Brightening
None
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Soothing
None
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Cell renewal
None
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Firmness signalling
None
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
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
- No animal-derived ingredients
What to layer it with
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Compatible with
- Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
- Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
- AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
- BHA (salicylic acid)
- PHAs (gluconolactone)
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Azelaic acid
- Copper peptides
- Bakuchiol
- Niacinamide
- Hyaluronic acid
- Ceramides
- Signal peptides
- Panthenol
- Sunscreen
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
Where it fits in a routine
Morning
Evening
- Cleanse
- Toning
- Treat
- Moisturise
- Protect
This product is the "Treat" step.
- Apply to clean, dry skin and give it a minute to absorb before the next layer.
- Introduce one new treatment at a time so you can identify what is working.
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
- Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
- Fungal acne (malassezia)
- No ingredient here is a recognised food source for malassezia.
- 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.
Ingredient breakdown
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
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Serine
- Estimated level
- 10–40%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid
Hydration
Anti-Aging
4 scientific references
- Amino Acids in Nutrition and Health, August 2020, pages 187-199
- Current Medicinal Chemistry, December 2018, pages 5, 512-5, 527
- PLoS ONE, February 2018, ePublication
- International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2009, pages 327-345
Frequently asked questions
What ingredients are in Amino Powder?
SERINE.
How do I use Amino Powder?
Slightly shake the product, open the packaging and mix with your preferred base skincare product. *Tip: We recommend mixing with serum products like mixsoon Glacier Water Hyaluronic Acid Serum for better absorbtion. Apply evenly to the desired area and allow it to absorb into the skin. As the final step of your morning skincare routine, finish with sunscreen.
What skin types is Amino Powder good for?
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Combination (oily), Oily skin.
Is Amino Powder 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 Amino Powder fungal acne safe?
No ingredient in this formula is a recognised food source for malassezia, the yeast behind fungal acne.
Can I use Amino Powder while pregnant?
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Is Amino Powder fragrance free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
Does Amino Powder contain alcohol?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Is Amino Powder silicone free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
Does Amino Powder contain essential oils?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Is Amino Powder paraben free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
What can I layer with Amino Powder?
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
When should I apply Amino Powder?
Use it morning and evening, after toner, before moisturiser.
How many ingredients does Amino Powder have?
It lists 1 ingredient, of which 0 are recorded as actives.
Who makes Amino Powder?
MIXSOON.
Brand
MIXSOON