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This serum offers a robust, transparently formulated blend of cutting-edge actives, but consumers should manage expectations for its most ambitious claims, which currently rely on ingredient-level science rather than finished-product clinical proof.
₹1,999 • Analysed 23 October 2026
The SkinInspired PEP Booster Serum is positioned as a premium dermaceutical product in the Indian market, with its price point reflecting this. The formula's focus on barrier repair, hydration, and anti-aging actives like PDRN and peptides is well-suited for Indian skin, which is prone to hyperpigmentation and often exposed to high UV and pollution. The brand's claims of being 'dermatologist-loved' and 'designed for Indian skin and climate' resonate with local consumer needs, though specific clinical studies on the finished product for these claims are not publicly visible. The transparency in disclosing active percentages is a strong point for the Indian consumer seeking informed choices.
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Claim relies on the presence of actives like PDRN, peptides, and exosomes, which have general research supporting regenerative properties. No finished product clinical study is publicly visible for this specific product's regenerative effects.
The INCI list on the brand's website explicitly states '2% Ginseng PDRN (Water, Butylene Glycol, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panax Ginseng Tissue Culture, Sodium DNA)'.
The product contains peptides (2% Octapeptide Complex) which are known to signal collagen synthesis. However, no finished product clinical study is publicly visible to confirm this specific product's effect on collagen production.
The formula contains multiple humectants like Polyglutamic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Glycerin, which are well-known for their hydrating properties.
The product contains a '3 Ceramide complex' (Ceramide EOP, NP, AP) and Niacinamide, which are known to support barrier function. No finished product clinical study is publicly visible for this specific product's barrier strengthening.
While PDRN and peptides have general anti-aging and anti-inflammatory research, no finished product clinical study is publicly visible to substantiate the reduction of *visible* wrinkles and redness for this specific serum.
All three ingredients are present in the INCI list. Ceramides are listed as a '3 Ceramide complex', and Niacinamide and Sodium Hyaluronate are also present.
Supported by the presence of Ceramides, Niacinamide, and Hyaluronic Acid in the formula, which are known to aid barrier function. The use of 'helps' appropriately hedges the claim.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against the label.
Brand describes ingredient origin in its claims.
Screened against the ingredient database (22 of 30 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
Any proprietary 'complex' is broken down into its actual ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
Brand makes a vegan / vegetarian claim.
Sustainability & Ethics
Brand makes a cruelty-free / PETA claim.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Water |
Butylene Glycol |
1, 2-Hexanediol |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
Panax Ginseng Tissue Culture |
Sodium DNA |
Acetyl Octapeptide-3 |
Pentylene Glycol |
Centella Asiatica Leaf Vesicles |
Glycerin |
Lactobacillus Extracellular Vesicles |
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate |
Isononyl Isononanoate |
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate |
Ceramide EOP |
Ceramide NP |
Hydroxyacetophenone |
Ceramide AP |
Polyglutamic Acid |
Propanediol |
Niacinamide |
Allantoin |
Sodium Hyaluronate |
Octenidine HCl |
Phytic acid |
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate |
Propylene glycol |
Sodium benzoate |
Disodium EDTA |
Phenoxyethanol |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance assessment.
Claim relies on the presence of actives like PDRN, peptides, and exosomes, which have general research supporting regenerative properties. No finished product clinical study is publicly visible for this specific product's regenerative effects.
Mentioned only
The INCI list on the brand's website explicitly states '2% Ginseng PDRN (Water, Butylene Glycol, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panax Ginseng Tissue Culture, Sodium DNA)'.
Mentioned only
The product contains peptides (2% Octapeptide Complex) which are known to signal collagen synthesis. However, no finished product clinical study is publicly visible to confirm this specific product's effect on collagen production.
Mentioned only
The formula contains multiple humectants like Polyglutamic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, and Glycerin, which are well-known for their hydrating properties.
Mentioned only
The product contains a '3 Ceramide complex' (Ceramide EOP, NP, AP) and Niacinamide, which are known to support barrier function. No finished product clinical study is publicly visible for this specific product's barrier strengthening.
Mentioned only
While PDRN and peptides have general anti-aging and anti-inflammatory research, no finished product clinical study is publicly visible to substantiate the reduction of *visible* wrinkles and redness for this specific serum.
Mentioned only
All three ingredients are present in the INCI list. Ceramides are listed as a '3 Ceramide complex', and Niacinamide and Sodium Hyaluronate are also present.
Mentioned only
Supported by the presence of Ceramides, Niacinamide, and Hyaluronic Acid in the formula, which are known to aid barrier function. The use of 'helps' appropriately hedges the claim.
Mentioned only
Twin Exosomes (Centella Asiatica Leaf Vesicles, Lactobacillus Extracellular Vesicles) and Allantoin are present, which have known soothing properties. No finished product clinical study is publicly visible for this specific product's anti-inflammatory effects.
Mentioned only
General cosmetic benefits expected from the combination of hydrating, barrier-supporting, and peptide ingredients. No finished product clinical study is publicly visible to quantify 'improved elasticity' or 'smoother, healthier-looking skin'.
Mentioned only
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
This analysis evaluates brand claims against visible evidence and formula logic. It does not replace a full ingredient safety analysis or a clinical product test. Results vary by individual, and the consumer should always read the full ingredient list and follow usage guidance.
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