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Collagen Ampoule Toner Pads (100 Count)

~$26
DrynessRednessFine lines & firmness

What it's good for

Key actives from our research database. Click any to read the full evidence dossier.

  • CeramidesStrong evidenceFull dossier ↗

    Refills the natural barrier between your skin cells. Locks moisture in, keeps irritants out, calms dry or damaged skin.

    Good for: Barrier repair

  • Matrixyl PeptidesModerate evidenceFull dossier ↗

    Signals your skin to make more collagen. Quiet but real support for firmness and fine lines with consistent daily use.

    Good for: Anti-aging

  • AdenosineModerate evidenceFull dossier ↗

    A Korean-approved anti-wrinkle ingredient that encourages collagen production for a smoother, firmer look.

    Good for: Anti-aging

  • AllantoinAnecdotal evidenceFull dossier ↗

    A gentle smoother and skin-soother. Reduces flakiness and helps the surface look more even.

    Good for: Anti-inflammatory, Hydrating

  • GlycerinModerate evidenceFull dossier ↗

    A workhorse hydrator that pulls water into your skin. In nearly every good moisturizer for a reason.

    Good for: Hydrating

  • Copper PeptidesModerate evidenceFull dossier ↗

    A signal peptide that tells your skin to make more collagen and elastin. Quiet but consistent firmness support over months of daily use.

    Good for: Anti-aging

Evidence behind the ingredients

Real citations from our research database, one per tracked active in this product. Click any ingredient name to read its full evidence dossier.

CeramidesStrong evidence7 citations

Refills the natural barrier between your skin cells. Locks moisture in, keeps irritants out, calms dry or damaged skin.

Andrew PV et al., Topical supplementation with physiological lipids rebalances the stratum corneum ceramide profile and strengthens skin barrier function in adults predisposed to atopic dermatitis, British Journal of Dermatology 2025;193(4):729-740 — physiological-lipid emulsion raised SC ceramide NP/AP and improved barrier function vs control

2025Positive (efficacy)PMID:40408261View source ↗

Nugroho WT, Sawitri, Astindari, Utomo B, Listiawan MY, Ervianti E, Astari L. The Efficacy of Moisturisers Containing Ceramide Compared with Other Moisturisers in the Management of Atopic Dermatitis: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis. Indian J Dermatol. 2023;68(1):53-58. — Meta-analysis of 5 studies found ceramide-containing moisturisers produced significantly greater improvement in SCORAD compared with non-ceramide moisturisers in atopic dermatitis.

2023Meta-analysis (positive)PMID:37151263View source ↗

Shindo S et al., Effects of a moisturizer containing pseudo-ceramide and a eucalyptus extract on sweating function in adult atopic dermatitis: a double-blind, randomized, controlled left-right comparison clinical trial, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2022;21(10):4503-4509 — pseudo-ceramide + eucalyptus moisturizer restored sweating function and barrier in AD adults

2022Positive (efficacy)PMID:35298858View source ↗
Matrixyl PeptidesModerate evidence6 citations

Signals your skin to make more collagen. Quiet but real support for firmness and fine lines with consistent daily use.

Yang Y et al., Comprehensive evaluation of the efficacy and safety of a new multi-component anti-aging topical eye cream, Skin Research and Technology 2024;30(7):e13790 — 12-week study of active complex containing Matrixyl 3000 peptides showed significant improvement in hydration, elasticity, periorbital wrinkles

2024Positive (efficacy)PMID:38932444View source ↗

Aruan RR et al., Double-blind, Randomized Trial on the Effectiveness of Acetylhexapeptide-3 Cream and Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 Cream for Crow's Feet, Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology 2023;16(2):37-43 — RCT of topical palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 (Matrixyl) for periorbital wrinkles

2023Positive (efficacy)PMID:36909866View source ↗

Imhof L, Leuthard D, Topical Over-the-Counter Antiaging Agents: An Update and Systematic Review, Dermatology 2021;237(2):217-229 — SR covering topical antiaging peptides

2021Meta-analysis (positive)PMID:32882685View source ↗
AdenosineModerate evidence6 citations

A Korean-approved anti-wrinkle ingredient that encourages collagen production for a smoother, firmer look.

Yang HJ et al., Two-phase delivery using a horse oil and adenosine-loaded dissolving microneedle patch for skin barrier restoration, moisturization, and wrinkle improvement, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2019;18(3):936-943 — Korean clinical study (n=20): adenosine microneedle patches improved elasticity, hydration, dermal density, wrinkles

2019Positive (efficacy)PMID:30160014View source ↗

Kang G et al., Adenosine-loaded dissolving microneedle patches to improve skin wrinkles, dermal density, elasticity and hydration, International Journal of Cosmetic Science 2018;40(2):199-206 — Korean-authored; adenosine microneedle patches matched or exceeded adenosine cream for multiple endpoints

2018Positive (efficacy)PMID:29574973View source ↗

Kim MY et al., Effect of adenosine on melanogenesis in B16 cells and zebrafish, Annals of Dermatology 2014;26(2):209-13 — adenosine suppresses pigmentation via negative regulation of tyrosinase in cellular and zebrafish models

2014Mechanism onlyPMID:24882976View source ↗
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AllantoinAnecdotal evidence6 citations

A gentle smoother and skin-soother. Reduces flakiness and helps the surface look more even.

Xu Z et al., Efficacy and Safety of Topical Compound Heparin Sodium Allantoin Gel for the Treatment of Rosacea, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2025;24(4):e70129 — RCT (n=82, 12 weeks): allantoin gel improved erythema and alleviated itching/burning vs traditional therapy

2025Positive (efficacy)PMID:40177799View source ↗

Tan C et al., The combination of allantoin, bisabolol, D-panthenol and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate mitigates UVB-induced PGE2 synthesis by keratinocytes, International Journal of Cosmetic Science 2024;46(5):691-701 — in vitro: allantoin combination reduced UVB-induced PGE2, IL-1α, IL-6, IL-8, TNFα

2024Mechanism onlyPMID:38433250View source ↗

Saucedo-Acuna RA et al. (Mexico), Characterization and In Vivo Assay of Allantoin-Enriched Pectin Hydrogel for the Treatment of Skin Wounds, International Journal of Molecular Sciences 2023;24(8):7377 — allantoin-pectin hydrogel reduced wound healing time by ~71% with complete closure at day 15 in rat model

2023Mechanism onlyPMID:37108540View source ↗
GlycerinModerate evidence6 citations

A workhorse hydrator that pulls water into your skin. In nearly every good moisturizer for a reason.

Danby SG et al., Different types of emollient cream exhibit diverse physiological effects on the skin barrier in adults with atopic dermatitis, Clinical and Experimental Dermatology 2022;47(6):1154-1164 — glycerol+urea emollient delivered superior barrier-strengthening and irritant protection

2022Positive (efficacy)PMID:35167133View source ↗

Youssef R et al., Glycerol 85% efficacy on atopic skin and its microbiome: a randomized controlled trial, Journal of Dermatological Treatment 2021;32(7):730-736 — topical glycerol 85% RCT on atopic skin

2021Positive (efficacy)PMID:31869257View source ↗

Evans NJ et al., Human axillary skin condition is improved following incorporation of glycerol into the stratum corneum from an antiperspirant formulation, Archives of Dermatological Research 2017;309(9):739-748 — 4% glycerol penetrated axillary SC, reduced irritation, improved hydration

2017Positive (efficacy)PMID:28889318View source ↗
Copper PeptidesModerate evidence7 citations

A signal peptide that tells your skin to make more collagen and elastin. Quiet but consistent firmness support over months of daily use.

Patel MN et al., An Assessment of the Safety, Efficacy, and Tolerability of a Novel Scalp Treatment Regimen Combining a Hydroxy Acid-Based Scrub and Copper Tripeptide Serum in the Management of Seborrheic Dermatitis in Adults, Cureus 2024;16(9):e70108 — 15-day interventional study: copper tripeptide regimen reduced flaking, improved hydration in seborrheic dermatitis

2024Positive (efficacy)PMID:39449909View source ↗

Jiang F et al., Synergy of GHK-Cu and hyaluronic acid on collagen IV upregulation via fibroblast and ex-vivo skin tests, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2023;22(9):2598-2604 — in vitro + ex vivo: GHK-Cu + HA promoted collagen I, IV, and VII; 25.4-fold collagen IV increase in fibroblasts

2023Mechanism onlyPMID:37062921View source ↗

Dou Y et al., The potential of GHK as an anti-aging peptide, Aging Pathobiology and Therapeutics 2020;2(1):58-61 — narrative review of GHK-Cu's anti-inflammatory and tissue-remodeling mechanisms

2020Mechanism onlyPMID:35083444View source ↗

Sources: 10 clinical journals and regulatory databases across the US, EU, Korea, Japan, and China. Every entry points to a specific document. See methodology for the full list and what each outcome label means.

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