The name of the product already tells us everything, the Gold serum includes gold in its formulation, specifically 1% colloidal gold. This serum has a tightening effect with anti-wrinkle, firming, moisturizing and regenerating properties on any type of skin. Its price is € 5.99 for 30 ml.
But in addition to gold, the formula also includes peptides, which restore collagen levels to redensify and restructure the skin; vegetable squalene, an active ingredient that deeply hydrates and is an antioxidant; and hyaluronic acid.
With regular use, the skin is visibly firmer and more elastic, and wrinkles and fine lines are reduced. It is recommended to use it day and night, before the cream.
There is no question that gold is an exotic ingredient that you sell, but does it have any additional benefits other than increased prices? We will check this by analyzing your INCI.
And after this article, I recommend that you read this other one with an Analysis of Anti-Wrinkle and Anti-Aging Creams from Lidl , where I explain with hair and signs the pros and cons of supermarket products.
Cien Gold Anti-Wrinkle Serum Analysis
- Glycerin : Tested in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Squalane : Tested in Clinique For Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Propylene Glycol : Tested in the L’Oreal Revitalift Laser X3 eye contour .
- Glyceryl Polyacrylate : Analyzed in Uriage’s Rich Water Cream SPF 20 .
- Polymethylsilsesquioxane : Analyzed in the eye contour of Génifique Yeux Light Pearl by Lancôme .
- Caprylyl Glycol : Analyzed in Nezeni Cosmetics anti-wrinkle cream .
- Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract: It is a strain of bacteria isolated from the mud found on King George Island in Antarctica. It is a peptide classified as a protein derivative, and contains the following three amino acid residues: glycine, histidine, and lysine. It is used in a number of anti-aging products due to its ability to regenerate and protect the skin by retaining moisture and water, heal wounds, increase collagen and elastin production, and improve hydration. In vitro sample studies showed a 128% increase in collagen I production in 15 days; 81% in collagen IV; and 31% in elastin. Samples from 10 volunteers showed a marked improvement in the appearance of crow’s feet around the eyes, after applying a cream containing a 5% concentration of Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract,twice a day for 30 days with maximum wrinkle depth reduction averaging 50-60%. In another study, a 45% improvement in hydration of skin treated with cream containing this ingredient was observed, compared to a control cream. However, most of the in vitro and in vivo tests carried out on this extract have been carried out by Lipotec, the Spanish company responsible for the production and sale of this ingredient to other cosmetic companies; very few independent studies corroborate these findings. compared to a control cream. However, most of the in vitro and in vivo tests carried out on this extract have been carried out by Lipotec, the Spanish company responsible for the production and sale of this ingredient to other cosmetic companies;very few independent studies corroborate these findings. compared to a control cream. However, most of the in vitro and in vivo tests carried out on this extract have been carried out by Lipotec, the Spanish company responsible for the production and sale of this ingredient to other cosmetic companies; very few independent studies corroborate these findings.
- Disodium Edta : Tested in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Sodium Hyaluronate : Analyzed in Nezeni Cosmetics anti-wrinkle cream .
- Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein : Tested in the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye contour as Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract.
- Hydrolyzed Soy Protein : Analyzed in the Youth Architect Force Supreme eye contour by Biotherm Homme .
- Butylene Glycol : Tested in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Xanthan Gum : Analyzed in L’Oréal Men Expert’s Vita Lift 5 anti-wrinkle cream .
- Lecithin : Tested in Powder Blossoms’s anti-wrinkle cream for men .
- Hexapeptide-10 : Its trade name is Serilesine, a synthetic peptide that contains alanine, isoleucine, lysine, serine and valine residues. Promotes the rebuilding of collagens and helps reduce fine lines and pore size. It is a firming active that strengthens the dermo-epidermal junction. But the company that makes it claims that Serilesine goes beyond the mere stimulation of collagen and actually increases the number of cells (without making you believe that there has been a trauma, unlike retinol) thanks to laminin (the second most important protein). abundant in the skin after collagen). The problem, at least for me, is that the only study that proves all of this has been done by Lipotec, the company that makes it.
- Tripeptide-10 Citrulline : Peptide that regulates the formation of collagen fibers. The regulation of collagen fibers is controlled by molecules, one of which is called decorin. As we age, decorating activity decreases. The tripeptide-10 citrulline mimics decorin to trick collagen fibers into thinking they need to remain productive. A trial was conducted on 43 women, of whom about half received the tripeptide-10 citrulline. 54% showed an increase in skin flexibility. Over a period of two months, the fibers were shown to be more uniform.
- Gold : Its multiple benefits for skin care make colloidal gold one of the most coveted beauty ingredients. First of all, colloidal gold has anti-inflammatory properties, making it a perfect healing treatment for people with acne, hyperpigmentation, sun-damaged or sensitive skin. For people concerned about the visible signs of aging, colloidal gold helps retexturize and repair skin damage, revealing a radiant and renewed complexion. It also helps to strengthen the skin’s natural barrier against environmental aggressors. And due to its intense light-reflecting color, colloidal gold also creates an illuminating effect, adding a radiant and luminous quality to the skin.
- Carbomer : Analyzed in Nezeni Cosmetics anti-wrinkle cream .
- Tripeptide-1: Tripeptide 1, also known by the acronym “GHK” for its component amino acids (glycine, histidine and lysine), is a synthetic signal peptide responsible for promoting fibroblast production. The role of the fibroblast is to create an extracellular matrix together with the collagen. They are considered the primary structures of connective tissue cells within the body. By stimulating the development of fibroblasts, it promotes the growth of new cells and stimulates the production of collagen in the body. Products containing tripeptide 1 have been shown to offer greater benefits for the skin. In anti-aging products, the ingredient has been found to fight free radicals and hydrate the skin. It works to stimulate collagen, giving the skin a firmer appearance.
- Phenoxyethanol : Tested in Clarins Men’s Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Men .
- Triethanolamine : Tested in L’Oréal Men Expert’s Vita Lift 5 anti-wrinkle cream .
- Mica : Analyzed in the Nuxellence de Nuxe eye contour .
- Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide) : Analyzed in the Nuxellence de Nuxe eye contour .
- Ci 77491 (Iron Oxide) : Tested in the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye contour .
- Parfum (Fragrance) .
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Cien Gold anti-wrinkle serum analysis summary
With 3%, squalene is the first active ingredient that we find, a good antioxidant, regenerating and antibacterial ingredient to start with. It is followed by propylene glycol, an irritating and sensitizing ingredient in a high proportion, so we have one of lime and one of sand.
The list goes on with various hydrating and moisturizing agents, right down to pseudoalteromonas ferment extract, a plant extract that increases collagen synthesis, among other things. Hyaluronic acid is nearby, as is hydrolyzed soy protein, an antioxidant and soothing.
There are many ingredients that Caviar serum and this share, and peptides are one of them. Hexapeptide-10, tripeptide-10 citrulline and tripeptide-1 are three active ingredients that promote collagen synthesis, helping to reduce wrinkles. They are not in a very high proportion, but among the 3 they help to fight against wrinkles.
And already at the bottom of the list appears gold. Gold is a precious metal that we like to wear as an ornament on the body, but not on the skin. It is a popular ingredient for skin care, but it has little evidence of effectiveness.
Dermatologists agree that low concentrations of gold can brighten or brighten the skin, but the nanoparticles in some gold-enhanced creams can be toxic. In fact, gold is an allergen. So be very careful.
The phenoxyethanol and the perfume finish off the composition, leaving this serum out for sensitive skin.
Alternative
It has no gold, but the composition of the Nezeni Cosmetics cream and serum shines on its own. It has one of the most studied anti-wrinkle ingredients, Cobiolift; plus hyaluronic acid and other active botanical ingredients.
You have its INCI broken down in this article with the best Anti-Wrinkle Creams , in which it is also in first position. There must be a reason!
Kathie Sand always saw the world of beauty as the terrain on which to build her professional career, a goal that was clear to her when she was only 15 years old. Her great concern to expand knowledge led her to settle in Paris where she studied hand in hand with the best beauty professionals and with the most advanced techniques for skin care.