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Alpyn Beauty.
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Alpyn Beauty is an American cosmetics brand founded in 2015 in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, by Kendra Kolb Butler - a veteran of New York clinical skincare (ex-Dr. Dennis Gross, Clarins). Signature «Clean Clinicals + Wild Plants» - a combination of clinically documented active ingredients (retinol, bakuchiol, peptides) and alpine plants hand-harvested at an altitude of 1,900 m. Analyzed catalog of 11 references - average anti-aging score of 69.3: one of the highest observed among the marques bio/clean products in the panel. Sensitive skin score -3.88 unfavorable, but Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle (Sephora release 2024) reaches +0.75 - TOP catalog. Commitments 1 % for the Planet, Leaping Bunny, restoration of 1,300+ acres in Grand Teton.
69,3
Average anti-aging score (TOP segment bio/clean)
91,8
Anti-âge max (Clarifying Facial Oil Retinol)
+0,75
TOP tolerance (Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle)
1 300+
Restored Grand Teton Acres (1 % Planet)
Further information
Choose an Alpyn Beauty reference on your skin profile.
The BeautyDecoded application lets you scan any cosmetic product to visualize its suitability for your skin type and needs, based on INCI analysis - particularly useful for arbitrating between Alpyn Beauty's concentrated multi-active references (Clarifying Facial Oil, Melt Moisturizer Firming, AHA Bubbling Cleanser) and references with favorable tolerance profiles (Instant Bright Eye, Super Peptide & Ghostberry, Super Sculpt, Line-Filling Eye Cream).
Formulation positioning
Clean Clinicals + Wild Plants - the authentic clinical-meets-natural combination led by founder ex-Dr. Dennis Gross.
Alpyn Beauty is a American cosmetics brand founded in 2015 in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, by Kendra Kolb Butler - a cosmetics industry veteran with 20 years’ experience in clinical skincare in New York (formerly Dr. Dennis Gross, Clarins). The brand's name is inspired by the’alpenglow - the ethereal pink light of alpine peaks at sunrise and sunset in the Tetons of Wyoming. International distribution: Sephora US, Bluemercury, Credo Beauty, Beauty Heroes, and selected European clean beauty retailers. The brand's core positioning is summed up by its slogan «Clean Clinicals + Wild Plants».» - combination of clinically documented active ingredients (retinol, bakuchiol, peptides, vitamin C, BHA, AHA, niacinamide) and wild alpine plants hand-harvested at an altitude of around 1,900 meters around Jackson Hole. According to the brand, these plants, endemic to extreme climatic conditions (extreme cold, drought, UV at high altitude), have developed cellular survival mechanisms - nutrient concentration, water retention, concentrated antioxidants - that are transposed to skin care. Signature ingredients Huckleberry, ghostberry (Symphoricarpos), juneberry (Amelanchier), bearberry (Arctostaphylos), arnica, pink algae. Structuring ethical commitments Our products: vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, Leaping Bunny certified, recyclable glass packaging and FSC cardboard boxes, synthetic fragrance-free, non-comedogenic. The brand is a member of 1 % for the Planet and donates a portion of every sale to the Grand Teton National Park Foundation - over 1,300 acres of native prairie have been restored thanks to these contributions. The catalog analyzed includes 11 references (3 serums, 3 creams, 2 eye contours, 2 cleansers, 1 exfoliating lotion). Average score for sensitive skin -3.88 (median -3.25) - unfavorable tolerance profile, consistent with a clean clinical brand focused on concentrated active ingredients. Average anti-aging score 69.3 - one of the highest observed among the marques bio/clean products analyzed by BeautyDecoded (compare: Antipodes 58.0, On The Wild Side 49.0), a direct signature of the clinical formulas philosophy.
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A truly clinical-meets-natural approach - documented assets at high positions
The INCI test objectively confirms the founder's clinical formulas philosophy. unlike many organic marquess, which make do with soothing plant extracts and no clinical active ingredients. Retinol present in Clarifying Facial Oil - an anti-aging active documented as a cosmetic clinical reference (Kafi R et al., Arch Dermatol, 2007), rare presence in the clean beauty botanical segment. Bakuchiol Documented plant-based alternative to retinol (Dhaliwal S et al., Br J Dermatol, 2019), present in Line-Filling Eye Cream and Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol - a double-blind randomized clinical trial showed comparable efficacy to retinol 0.5 % with significantly superior tolerability. Bioactive peptides Tri-Peptide Firming Complex in Super Sculpt Serum + peptides in Instant Bright Eye + Super Peptide & Ghostberry - documented to stimulate collagen synthesis and skin elasticity. Salicylic acid 2 % concentration reported in BHA Pore Perfecting Exfoliator - cosmetic reference concentration for intrapilar keratolytic action (Tang SC, Yang JH, Molecules, 2018). Niacinamide + derived vitamin C + AHA Systematic combinations in serums and creams. Average anti-aging score 69.3 is a direct reflection of this clinical formulas strategy - the signature of the former New York clinical skincare founder.
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Formulative pattern: concentration of active ingredients determines tolerance - exceptional dispersion of scores
A comparative analysis of the 11 references reveals a coherent and instructive formulative pattern: the sensitive skin score is mainly determined by the concentration and number of concentrated active ingredients in each formulation. Barrier/periocular products (few concentrated active ingredients): favorable scores - Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle +0.75 (TOP catalog), Super Peptide & Ghostberry Moisturizer for Eczema -0.25, Super Sculpt Tri-Peptide -1.00, Line-Filling Eye Cream Bakuchiol -1.50. Multi-concentrate active products: unfavorable scores - Vitamin C & Bearberry -3,00 (5+ actives), Melt Moisturizer Bakuchiol -3,25, Hydrating Cold Cream Cleanser -3,50, 2 % BHA Exfoliator -4,00. Highly concentrated multi-acid products: clearly unfavorable scores - Clarifying Facial Oil (retinol + salicylic acid + vitamin C derivatives) -5,20 with anti-ageing 91.8 (TOP catalog), Melt Moisturizer Firming Plumping Brightening -9,75, AHA Brightening Bubbling Cleanser -12,00. Structuring algorithmic reading For the most reactive skins, this pattern leads to a choice of products with limited active ingredients and a focus on the barrier. For resistant skins looking for high corrective anti-aging performance, concentrated multi-active products deliver the best anti-aging and blemish scores in the catalog, but with a tolerance cost that must be accepted.
Alpyn Beauty ranges
Five categories to cover the complete clean clinical routine.
The Alpyn Beauty catalog is structured as follows five complementary categories covering the complete clean clinical routine. Mapping of categories with their target and flagship products.
| Category | Target / function | Product highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | Daily routine - Cold cream + gentle exfoliant | Hydrating Cold Cream Cleanser (vitamin C + Juneberry), AHA Brightening Bubbling Cleanser |
| Exfoliator / toner | Blemishes + radiance - apply 2-3×/week | 2 % BHA Pore Perfecting Liquid Exfoliator |
| Active serums | Anti-ageing + anti-dark spot + firming | Clarifying Facial Oil (Retinol + Pink Algae), Vitamin C & Bearberry, Super Sculpt Tri-Peptide |
| Moisturizing creams | Hydration + barrier + sensorial anti-aging | Melt Moisturizer (Bakuchiol + Squalane), Melt Firming Plumping Brightening, Super Peptide & Ghostberry |
| Eye contour | Periocular anti-aging + dark circles | Line-Filling Eye Cream (Bakuchiol + Caffeine), Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle |
Signature wild plants - supplementary active ingredients to understand. Huckleberry (wild blueberry Vaccinium) rich in anthocyanins and documented antioxidant polyphenols (Wang LJ et al., J Agric Food Chem, 2008). Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) a natural source of’arbutin - documented anti-pigmentation active that inhibits tyrosinase in a similar way to hydroquinone but with a superior tolerance profile (Sarkar R et al., J Cutan Aesthet Surg, 2013). Present in Vitamin C & Bearberry Brightening Serum. Ghostberry (Symphoricarpos), Juneberry (Amelanchier alnifolia), Wild Huckleberry Wild Wyoming mountain berries rich in antioxidants - specific cosmetological science is still emerging. To be understood as a supplementary antioxidant complex rather than as clinically validated active ingredients in the same way as retinoids. Pink Algae (Porphyridium cruentum) Red algae rich in zeaxanthin, sulfate polysaccharides and arachidonic acid. Documented for its antioxidant and skin photoprotective potential (Frutos C et al., Mar Drugs, 2014) - an ingredient rarely seen in the consumer cosmetics segment, present in Clarifying Facial Oil. Source : Frutos C et al. Bioactive metabolites from Porphyridium cruentum. Mar Drugs. 2014.
BD panel perspective
Alpyn Beauty faces clean beauty wildcrafting and clinical - references average anti-aging score TOP segment bio.
Comparison with marques bio/clean signature wildcrafting or clinical panel products On The Wild Side from France (wild-picked + clean), Antipodes from New Zealand (scientific super-fruits), Patyka from France (clean + organic retinol).
| Criteria | Alpyn Beauty | On The Wild Side | Antipodes | Patyka |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Wyoming USA 2015 | France 2019 | New Zealand 2006 | France 1922 / 2002 bio |
| Positioning | Clean clinical + wildcrafted | Bio sauvage French B Corp | Scientific Green Beauty | Bio premium clean |
| Signature ingredients | Wyoming alpine plants + active clinics | Patented birch sap + beech buds | Super-fruits NZ + manuka | Organic retinol + botanical oils |
| Average sensitivity score | -3,88 | -2,71 | -4,96 | Variable |
| Average anti-aging score | 69,3 TOP organic segment | 49,0 | 58,0 | High on Advanced Retinol |
| Retinoids / bakuchiol | Simultaneous retinol + bakuchiol | Absent | Retinol (Manuka Eye), Bakuchiol (Credo) | Retinol bio (Advanced) |
| Certifications | Leaping Bunny + vegan + 1 % Planet | Ecocert + B Corp | Cosmos Organic + vegan | Cosmos Organic + B Corp |
| Average serum price | 28-62 $ (~26-60 €) | ~49 € | 35-55 € | 60-90 € |
Alpyn Beauty occupies a unique position in the international clean beauty premium segment. (1) The authentic combination of clinical formulas + wildcrafted ingredients backed by a founder with 20 years of clinical skincare experience; (2) the highest average anti-aging score among the marques bio/clean analyzed (69,3) ; (3) the simultaneous presence of retinol and bakuchiol in the catalog - rare combination to cover resistant (retinol corrective) and tolerant (bakuchiol plant alternative) profiles; (4) a strong commitment to the environment (1 % for the Planet + Grand Teton restoration) ; (5) the 2024 release of Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle (+0.75 sensitive - TOP catalog), which modernizes and broadens the target for sensitive skin. For users with dry to mature or atopic skin looking for an American clean beauty brand with documented anti-aging performance, Alpyn Beauty is a relevant option, differentiated from France's On The Wild Side (which has no retinoid) and complementary to New Zealand's Antipodes. For an accessible maximum corrective anti-aging protocol, equivalent clinical references (Liposome Retinol LX APLB sensitive +1.05 + anti-aging 88.4) remain more tolerant.
Overview
The eleven references in the catalog, at a glance.
Sorted by decreasingly sensitive skin score. 1 reference with favorable sensitivity profile (Instant Bright Eye +0.75) - Sephora outlet 2024. 3 slightly cautious references (Super Peptide & Ghostberry, Super Sculpt, Line-Filling Eye). 7 references not suitable for sensitive skin linked to multi-asset concentration. AHA Brightening Bubbling Cleanser (-12.00) is for occasional corrective use on resistant skin only.
| Product | Category | Sensitive score | Key score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle Cream | Eye contour | +0,75 | TOP tolerance - Anti-ageing 67.2 - Niacinamide + peptides |
| Super Peptide & Ghostberry Moisturizer | Eczema barrier cream | -0,25 | Redness +29.8 - Reference dedicated to adult eczema |
| Super Sculpt Serum Tri-Peptide | Firming serum | -1,00 | Anti-ageing 85.0 - Spots 73.1 - Tri-peptides |
| Line-Filling Eye Cream Bakuchiol + Caffeine | Anti-aging eye contour | -1,50 | Anti-ageing 85.0 - Spots 75.6 - Bakuchiol |
| Vitamin C & Bearberry Brightening Serum | Anti-spot serum | -3,00 | Anti-ageing 73.1 - Spots 79.9 - Natural Arbutin |
| Melt Moisturizer Bakuchiol + Squalane | Day/night cream | -3,25 | Anti-ageing 69.7 - Spots 71.4 - Bakuchiol + AHA |
| Hydrating Cold Cream Cleanser Vit C + Juneberry | Cleaner | -3,50 | Cold cream + vitamin C + Juneberry |
| 2 % BHA Pore Perfecting Exfoliator | Scrub | -4,00 | Anti-ageing 68.0 - Salicylic 2 % - Blemishes |
| Clarifying Facial Oil Retinol + Pink Algae | Oily serum | -5,20 | Anti-ageing 91.8 (TOP) - Spots 83.3 - Retinol + Pink Algae |
| Melt Moisturizer Firming Plumping Brightening | Multi-active cream | -9,75 | Anti-ageing 74.8 - Blemishes 71.4 - Concentrated multi-actives |
| AHA Brightening Bubbling Cleanser | Exfoliating cleanser | -12,00 | Anti-ageing 76.5 - Blemishes 76.5 - Multi-AHA bubbling |
Family 01
Tolerance nuggets - Instant Bright Eye and Super Peptide & Ghostberry
The two references with a favorable tolerance profile in the Alpyn Beauty catalog. Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle Firming Cream Sephora 2024 release - TOP catalog (+0.75 sensitive, niacinamide + peptides). Super Peptide & Ghostberry Moisturizer for Eczema reference dedicated to stabilized adult eczema (-0.25 sensitive, redness +29.8).
Eye contour - TOP tolerance catalog, Sephora 2024 launch
TOP CATALOGUE - Sephora release 2024 - Anti-pigmentary dark circles reference for phototypes IV-VI
Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle Firming Cream
Eye contour cream based on two documented active ingredients : niacinamide (barrier regulation, periocular anti-pigmentation via inhibition of melanosome transfer - Hakozaki T, Br J Dermatol, 2002) and bioactive peptides (stimulates collagen and fine periocular skin elasticity). Support cocktail: soothing centella asiatica, emollient shea butter, stable emollient jojoba. Sensitive skin score +0.75 - adapted to the thinnest periocular skin on the face (thickness ~0.5 mm vs. 1.5-2 mm on the rest of the face).
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
73,5
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
84
Sensitive skin
+0,75
Anti-aging / Redness
67,2 / +52,7
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Suitable for sensitive skin - TOP catalog (score: +0.75). Redness score +52.7 favorable. Niacinamide + peptides + centella + shea + jojoba.
Clinical source : Hakozaki T et al. The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation. Br J Dermatol. 2002.
" Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle Firming Cream is the tolerance nugget in the Alpyn Beauty catalog.. For users with sensitive skin looking for a periocular skin care product targeting pigmented dark circles (post-inflammatory brown circles or those linked to phototype IV-VI) and with an incipient firmness dimension, this is a relevant option. The niacinamide + peptides combination addresses the two main mechanisms of periocular pigmentation and fine elasticity. Compare with the niacinamide eye contours on the BeautyDecoded panel: Banana Bright+ Eye Crème Ole Henriksen (sensitive 0.0), Collagen Lifting Eye Cream TIRTIR (sensitive +1.05), Glutathione Niacinamide Eye Cream APLB (sensitive +2.00 - best score). Alpyn is positioned with a favorable tolerance profile and a differentiating wildcrafted dimension. For vascular dark circles (blue circles), caffeine-based references (Line-Filling Eye Cream Alpyn, Anoint H20 Eye Gel Antipodes) remain complementary.»
Verdict - TOP tolerance Alpyn Beauty - Sensitive skin score +0.75. Eye contour reference for sensitive skin with dark circles. Sephora 2024 release - 2-year development.
Barrier cream dedicated to stabilized adult eczema
Reference dedicated to stabilized adult eczema - rare indication clean beauty premium
Super Peptide & Ghostberry Moisturizer for Eczema
Barrier cream for atopic adult skin - a rare and valuable indication in the clean beauty segment. Main cocktail jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis), a stable emollient structurally close to human sebum, soothing and anti-inflammatory rice extracts (Oryza sativa), bioactive peptides («super peptide») for barrier repair, and Ghostberry (Symphoricarpos), a signature wild berry with antioxidant compounds. Redness score profile +29.8 consistent with a soothing formulation.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
91
Oily skin
70
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
84
Sensitive skin
-0,25
Anti-aging / Redness
35,7 / +29,8
⚠ Sensitivity verdict
Slight caution (score: -0.25 almost neutral). Reference dedicated to adult atopic skin with peptides + jojoba + rice dimension. Redness score +29.8 favorable.
Important to understand. It is a cosmetic treatment that complements dermatological care for atopic eczema - not a medical substitute.. Moderate to severe active atopic eczema requires management with prescribed dermocorticoids, dermo-cosmetic emollients (Bioderma Atoderm, La Roche-Posay Lipikar, Mustela Stelatopia) and sometimes topical immunomodulators. Alpyn cream can be used in the stabilization/maintenance phase between flare-ups..
" Super Peptide & Ghostberry Moisturizer for adult eczema is a rare and welcome addition to the clean beauty premium segment.. For an adult atopic eczema user stabilized between flare-ups and looking for a soothing cosmetic routine with a light anti-aging dimension (peptides), this is a relevant option as a complement to a main dermo-cosmetic emollient. Compare this with dermo-cosmetic eczema references (Lipikar AP+ LRP ~€17, Atoderm Crème Bioderma ~€17, Cicaplast Baume B5 LRP ~€14), which remain the most accessible medical references. Alpyn is positioned with a higher price tag but a differentiating peptide + wildcrafted approach. For active eczema flare-ups, priority dermatological consultation.»
Verdict - Reference dedicated adult eczema stabilized - sensitive skin score -0.25 quasi-neutral. Cosmetic complement to dermatological treatment - not a medical substitute.
Family 02
Moderate active anti-aging - Super Sculpt Tri-Peptide and Line-Filling Eye Bakuchiol
Two active anti-aging references with acceptable tolerance profiles. Super Sculpt Serum Tri-Peptide Face + neck firming serum (anti-ageing 85.0 + sensitive -1.00). Line-Filling Eye Cream Bakuchiol + Caffeine Multi-action eye contour with plant retinol (anti-ageing 85.0 + sensitive -1.50).
Face + neck firming serum - Tri-Peptide Firming Complex
Anti-âge 85,0 - face + neck firming serum - acceptable tolerance profile
Super Sculpt Serum Tri-Peptide
Firming serum with Tri-Peptide Firming Complex - proprietary combination of 3 bioactive peptides (typically Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 / Argireline, and a third peptide). Cosmetic bioactive peptides are documented for their action in stimulating collagen I and III synthesis, inhibiting facial muscle contraction (Argireline), and pro-youth cell signalling. Complemented by lactic acid (AHA) for radiance, moisturizing aloe vera, emollient jojoba oil.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
70
Normal to dry skin
84
Normal to oily skin
84
Sensitive skin
-1,00
Anti-ageing / Spots
85,0 / 73,1
⚠ Sensitivity verdict
Slight caution (score: -1.00). Anti-ageing score 85.0 - one of the highest in the catalog among references with an acceptable tolerance profile.
" Super Sculpt Serum Tri-Peptide is a consistent corrective anti-ageing option for 35-55 year olds. looking for a clean beauty firming serum with face + neck dimension. The anti-ageing score of 85.0 reflects the multi-level peptide concentration. Compare with the peptide references on the panel: Theramid Derma-Peptides, Niod CAIS 2 The Ordinary (copper peptides), Olay Regenerist. Alpyn is positioned with a differentiating clean beauty + wildcrafted profile. Application: 2-3 drops morning and evening, spreading from face to neck and décolleté. SPF50+ mandatory in the morning (lactic acid increases sun sensitivity). Compare with Liposome Retinol LX APLB (sensitive +1.05 + anti-aging 88.4) for a more effective corrective anti-aging protocol.»
Verdict - Firming serum for face + neck - Anti-ageing 85.0 + sensitive -1.00. Explicitly targets neck and décolleté - areas often neglected in conventional anti-aging routines..
Multi-action eye contour - Bakuchiol + Caffeine + Vitamin C
Multi-action anti-aging eye contour - Bakuchiol clinically validated retinol alternative
Line-Filling Eye Cream Bakuchiol + Caffeine
Multi-action eye contour cream built around three pillars : (1) Bakuchiol - plant-based alternative to retinol clinically validated for equivalent anti-aging efficacy with superior tolerance (Dhaliwal 2019); (2) caffeine - skin vasoconstrictor with documented action on vascular dark circles (blue circles) and morning puffiness; (3) derived vitamin C for antioxidation and periocular anti-pigmentation. Complemented by soothing Asian centella.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
63
Normal to dry skin
84
Normal to oily skin
73,5
Sensitive skin
-1,50
Anti-ageing / Spots
85,0 / 75,6
⚠ Sensitivity verdict
Slight caution (score: -1.50). Anti-ageing score 85.0 + spots 75.6. Remarkable multi-action target: anti-wrinkle + anti-vascular dark circles + anti-pigmentation + soothing.
Clinical source : Dhaliwal S et al. Topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing. Br J Dermatol. 2019.
" Line-Filling Eye Cream Bakuchiol + Caffeine is a well-constructed periocular anti-ageing reference for resistant profiles looking for an alternative to classic retinol.. Bakuchiol is particularly well-suited to the periocular area (the thinnest part of the face - thickness ~0.5 mm), where the tolerance of pure retinol can pose difficulties for sensitive skin. Compare with the panel's periocular bakuchiol references: Credo Sérum Probiotique Antipodes (bakuchiol face formula), Patyka formulations. For the most reactive skin, Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle Alpyn (+0.75 sensitive) or Glutathione Niacinamide Eye Cream APLB (+2.00 sensitive) remain preferable. Limitations: bakuchiol contraindicated during pregnancy as a precautionary measure. »
Verdict - Multi-action anti-aging eye contour - Anti-aging 85.0 + sensitive -1.50. Bakuchiol alternative to retinol for thin periocular area. Contraindicated in pregnancy as a precaution.
Family 03
Maximum corrective anti-aging + formulative case - Clarifying Facial Oil Retinol and AHA Brightening Bubbling Cleanser
Two powerful corrective references in the catalog. Clarifying Facial Oil Retinol + Pink Algae TOP anti-aging catalog (91.8) - maximum corrective option for resistant skin (-5.20 sensitive). AHA Brightening Bubbling Cleanser Formulative case to report - cosmetic product for corrective spot use (-12.00 sensitive, redness -297.5).
Maximum corrective anti-aging oil serum - Retinol + Pink Algae
Anti-ageing 91.8 (TOP catalog) + blemishes 83.3 - retinoid-resistant skin only
Clarifying Facial Oil with Retinol and Pink Algae
Corrective anti-aging oil serum built around a powerful combination of : (1) Retinol - best clinically documented cosmetic anti-aging active ingredient (Kafi 2007); (2) salicylic acid (BHA) - intrapilary keratolytic and chemical exfoliant; (3) stable vitamin C derivatives - antioxidants and anti-pigmenting agents; (4) Pink Algae (Porphyridium cruentum) - red algae rich in zeaxanthin and sulfate polysaccharides (Frutos C et al., Mar Drugs, 2014). Complemented by argan oil, jojoba oil and aloe vera.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
70
Normal to dry skin
84
Normal to oily skin
84
Sensitive skin
-5,20
Anti-ageing / Spots
91,8 / 83,3
❌ Sensitivity verdict
Not suitable for sensitive skin (score: -5.20). Redness score -100.3. Strictly reserved for retinoid-resistant skin.
Important limits must be observed. (1) Unfavorable tolerance sensitivity (-5.20 sensitive) - mandatory gradual introduction (1 evening/week for 4 weeks, then 2 evenings, then 3); (2) retinol concentration not explicitly communicated by the brand; (3) SPF50+ mandatory in the morning (retinoid + salicylic photo-sensitization); (4) strictly contraindicated during pregnancy and breast-feeding like all retinoids (ANSM precautionary principle extended to all topical retinoids); (5) do not combine with other retinoids or chemical exfoliants in the same routine ; (6) strictly contraindicated for sensitive skin, active rosacea, active eczema, recent dermatological procedures.
Clinical source : Kafi R et al. Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol). Arch Dermatol. 2007.
" Clarifying Facial Oil with Retinol + Pink Algae is the ultimate corrective anti-aging option in the Alpyn Beauty catalog.. For users with 35+ retinoid-resistant skin looking for a powerful clean beauty formulation with a visible corrective dimension, this is a relevant option. The 91.8 anti-aging score is one of the best in the BeautyDecoded panel - comparable to Liposome Retinol LX APLB (88.4) and Pure Vitamin C24 TIRTIR (90.1). For a more tolerant retinol protocol with equivalent efficacy, Liposome Retinol LX APLB (sensitive +1.05 + anti-aging 88.4) remains the benchmark option on the BeautyDecoded panel.»
Verdict - TOP anti-aging Alpyn Beauty - Anti-aging 91.8 + spots 83.3. Maximum corrective reference for resistant skin 35+.. Gradual introduction and strict adherence to contraindications.
Intensive exfoliating cleanser - corrective spot use
Spot corrective product - strictly reserved for resistant skin - cases to be reported
AHA Brightening Bubbling Cleanser
Foaming cleanser with intensive exfoliating action built around a combination of AHAs and vitamin C: lactic acid (gentle moisturizing AHA), glycolic acid (the most exfoliating AHA), pure Ascorbic Acid (concentrated vitamin C), emollient jojoba. The «bubbling» foam format amplifies contact between active ingredients and skin during application. Score imperfections 76.5 + spots 76.5 + anti-aging 76.5 - triple corrective action effective in the cleansing format. However, the, sensitive skin score -12.0 and redness score -297.5 - it's one of the most powerful products in the catalog in terms of potential irritation.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
63
Oily skin
84
Normal to dry skin
63
Normal to oily skin
84
Sensitive skin
-12,00
Anti-aging / Blemishes
76,5 / 76,5
❌ Sensitivity verdict
Not suitable for sensitive skin (score: -12.00). Redness score -297.5 - the worst in the catalog. Powerful multi-AHA foaming cleanser.
Strict use - cosmetic product for occasional corrective use. Use 1 to 2 times a week maximum, on resistant skin only, alternating with a mild daily cleanser. (Hydrating Cold Cream Cleanser Alpyn, for example). SPF50+ mandatory in the days following application. Strictly contraindicated Sensitive skin, rosacea, active eczema, recent post-dermatological procedures, pregnancy (concentrated vitamin C as a precaution).
" AHA Brightening Bubbling Cleanser is a cosmetic product for occasional corrective use., This is to be understood as a foaming variant of a cosmetic peel. For users with resistant skin and radiance + imperfections + blemishes, a 4-6 week course of treatment (1-2 uses/week maximum), this is a relevant option. For daily use or on sensitive skin, it is strictly not recommended - the sensitive skin score -12.0 and the redness score -297.5 are among the worst observed. Compare with equivalent cosmetic peels (Pixi Glow Tonic - glycolic acid, Paula's Choice 2 % BHA Liquid Exfoliant).»
Verdict - Spot corrective product for resistant skin only - max. 1-2 uses/week. Strictly not recommended for sensitive skin, rosacea, eczema, pregnancy..
For whom?
Is Alpyn Beauty made for you?
Table of user profiles with recommendations based on the 11 references analyzed in BeautyDecoded.
| User profile | Interest Alpyn Beauty | Recommended product / alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Sensitive skin Dark circles | Fort - TOP catalog | Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle (+0.75 - Sephora release 2024) |
| Stabilized adult atopic eczema | Fort - dedicated reference in the clean beauty segment | Super Peptide & Ghostberry Moisturizer for Eczema (-0.25) |
| Corrective anti-aging (35+) resistant skin | Très fort - TOP anti-âge segment bio (91.8) | Clarifying Facial Oil Retinol + Pink Algae - progressive introduction |
| Moderate active anti-aging 30-50 years | Strong - documented peptides | Super Sculpt Tri-Peptide (face + neck) + Line-Filling Eye Bakuchiol |
| Preventive anti-aging 25-35 years | Strong - bakuchiol ideal option | Line-Filling Eye Bakuchiol + Melt Moisturizer Bakuchiol |
| Dry to mature skin with clean beauty | Strong - high-altitude historical target | Melt Moisturizer + Super Sculpt + Cold Cream Cleanser |
| Cosmetic hyperpigmentation | Fort - natural arbutin + vitamin C | Vitamin C & Bearberry Brightening + Clarifying Facial Oil cure |
| Blemishes + radiance, resistant skin | Moderate - progressive use | 2 % BHA Exfoliator + AHA Bubbling Cleanser 1-2×/week |
| Strong environmental commitment | Strong - 1 % Planet + Grand Teton | The entire range - 1,300+ acres restored |
| Pregnant / breast-feeding women | Limited - avoid retinoids and bakuchiol | Instant Bright Eye + Super Peptide & Ghostberry only |
| Active inflammatory rosacea | Non-target - average unfavorable redness score | Prefer HA B5 Ceramide APLB range or dermo-cosmetics (Avène) |
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need really know.
Is Alpyn Beauty really an American brand from Wyoming?
Yes. Alpyn Beauty is an authentic American cosmetics brand founded in 2015 in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, by Kendra Kolb Butler - cosmetics industry veteran with 20 years clinical skincare experience in New York (formerly with Dr. Dennis Gross and Clarins). The brand name is inspired by the’alpenglow - the ethereal pink light of alpine peaks at sunrise and sunset. The founder moved from Manhattan to Jackson Hole in 2015 and observed that plants endemic to Wyoming's extreme climatic conditions (cold, high-altitude drought, intense UV) had developed cellular survival mechanisms that could be transposed to skin care. The plants are sustainably hand-harvested around Jackson Hole. Distribution: Sephora US, Bluemercury, Credo Beauty, Beauty Heroes, and selected European clean beauty retailers.
Is Alpyn Beauty's wildcrafting really sustainable?
The brand explicitly communicates the practice of sustainable wildcrafting - selective manual harvesting of wild plants in their natural environment, without cultivation or ecosystem disturbance. Several objective factors underpin this approach: (1) member 1 % for the Planet - 1 % of sales donated to environmental conservation; (2) partnership with the Grand Teton National Park Foundation - over 1,300 acres of native grassland restored thanks to Alpyn Beauty contributions; (3) founder sits on the Foundation's Resource Council; (4) recyclable glass packaging and FSC cardboard boxes with vegetable-based inks; (5) Leaping Bunny certification (cruelty-free). This is the strongest environmental commitment among the marques American clean beauty companies analyzed by BeautyDecoded. - comparable to France's On The Wild Side (B Corp + cueillette responsable Gironde/Massif Central).
Which Alpyn Beauty product should I choose for sensitive skin?
A limited but consistent selection: (1) Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle Firming Cream (+0.75 sensitive - best catalog score, Sephora release 2024) for eye contour; (2) Super Peptide & Ghostberry Moisturizer for Eczema (-0.25 sensitive) - reference for atopic and reactive skin; (3) Super Sculpt Tri-Peptide Serum (-1.00 sensitive) for firming; (4) Line-Filling Eye Cream Bakuchiol (-1.50 sensitive) for periocular anti-aging with plant retinol. Strictly avoid on the most reactive skin types AHA Brightening Bubbling Cleanser (-12.0), Melt Moisturizer Firming Plumping Brightening (-9.75), Clarifying Facial Oil Retinol (-5.2), 2 % BHA Exfoliator (-4.0). For more sensitive skin looking for a clean beauty brand with anti-aging performance, Antipodes Credo bakuchiol (-2.25) or the HA B5 Ceramide APLB range (+3.55) remain complementary.
Is Alpyn bakuchiol as effective as retinol?
Bakuchiol (Psoralea corylifolia extract) is a plant-based anti-aging active ingredient clinically documented as an alternative to retinol. A randomized double-blind study (Dhaliwal S et al., Br J Dermatol, 2019) compared topical application of bakuchiol 0.5 % and retinol 0.5 % on 44 subjects for 12 weeks : both molecules produced a significant and comparable reduction in wrinkles and hyperpigmentation, with bakuchiol being significantly better tolerated. For Alpyn Beauty specifically: bakuchiol is present in Line-Filling Eye Cream and Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol - these formulations are particularly relevant for profiles contraindicated to retinoids (highly reactive skin not tolerating pure retinol). Reportable limits Topical bakuchiol is also contraindicated during pregnancy as a precautionary measure. For a more powerful corrective anti-ageing protocol than Alpyn bakuchiol, Clarifying Facial Oil Retinol + Pink Algae offers maximum anti-ageing performance (91.8) but with a significant cost-tolerance (-5.2 sensitive).
Is Clarifying Facial Oil with retinol safe for my profile?
This reference is the maximum corrective option in the Alpyn Beauty catalog with anti-aging score 91.8 (TOP) and blemishes 83.3, but sensitive skin score -5.20 and redness score -100.3. This is strictly reserved for retinoid-resistant skin. Consistent conditions of use (1) very gradual introduction (1 evening/week for 4 weeks, then 2 evenings, then 3); (2) do not combine with other retinoids or concentrated AHA/BHA in the same routine; (3) SPF50+ mineral or modern organic mandatory in the morning (retinoid + salicylic photo-sensitization). Strictly contraindicated Sensitive skin, active rosacea, active eczema, recent dermatological procedures (laser, peeling, microneedling), pregnancy and breastfeeding (retinoid formally contraindicated). For a more tolerant retinol protocol with equivalent efficacy, the Liposome Retinol LX APLB (sensitive +1.05 + anti-aging 88.4) remains the benchmark option on the BeautyDecoded panel.
Is Instant Bright Eye a good alternative for dark circles?
Yes, Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle Firming Cream is probably one of the best bio/clean beauty formulations available for pigmented dark circles (dark circles linked to melanin, common in phototypes IV-VI, or linked to sleep and chronic fatigue). The combination niacinamide + peptides is consistent with documented mechanisms: niacinamide inhibits melanosome transfer from melanocytes to keratinocytes (Hakozaki 2002), bioactive peptides stimulate regeneration of thin periocular skin. Sensitive skin score +0.75 (TOP Alpyn catalog) + redness score +52.7 favourable. Compare with the niacinamide eye contour products on the BeautyDecoded panel: Glutathione Niacinamide Eye Cream APLB (sensitive +2.00 - best score), Banana Bright+ Eye Crème Ole Henriksen (sensitive 0.0), Collagen Lifting Eye Cream TIRTIR (sensitive +1.05). For vascular dark circles (blue circles linked to vascular transparency), Line-Filling Eye Cream Bakuchiol Alpyn (+ caffeine) remains complementary.
Is Alpyn Beauty available in Europe?
Alpyn Beauty is mainly distributed in the United States (Sephora US, Bluemercury, Credo Beauty, Beauty Heroes). In Europe, the brand does not yet have such wide official distribution, but can be ordered via certain specialized European clean beauty retailers, or via Sephora US international shipping. Availability varies from country to country - for France and French-speaking Europe, we recommend checking specialized clean beauty internet retailers and brand websites (alpynbeauty.com to check international shipping). For European consumers looking for a local alternative to the Alpyn Beauty positioning (clean clinical + wildcrafted plants), On The Wild Side French (Gironde, B Corp, patented birch sap + beech bud) is a geographically close alternative, with a more favorable average tolerance profile (-2.71 vs -3.88) but without Alpyn's clinical active ingredients (retinol, bakuchiol, multi-level peptides).
What is the BeautyDecoded application?
BeautyDecoded allows you to choose cosmetics adapted to your skin type thanks to INCI analysis. The application analyzes formulations and generates compatibility scores for 80 skin types and profiles. 11 Alpyn Beauty references were identified in the database with real data including strong signals: the’Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle at +0.75 - TOP catalog tolerance (Sephora 2024 exit); the Clarifying Facial Oil Retinol anti-aging 91.8 - one of the best organic/clean anti-aging scores observed on the panel ; the formative pattern revealed by analysis Sensitive skin score is mainly determined by the concentration and number of concentrated active ingredients present. BD algorithmic analysis enables arbitration between concentrated multi-asset references and those with a favorable tolerance profile. according to your personal profile and your individual skin tolerance level. It does not constitute a medical consultation.
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Choose an Alpyn Beauty reference on your skin profile.
The BeautyDecoded application lets you scan any cosmetic product to visualize its suitability for your skin type and needs, based on INCI analysis - particularly useful for arbitrating between Alpyn Beauty concentrated multi-active references and those with a favorable tolerance profile according to your individual skin tolerance level.
Information for educational purposes only, not a substitute for medical consultation. BeautyDecoded is an artificial intelligence cosmetic analysis application and is not a medical diagnostic tool. Alpyn Beauty is an American clean clinical cosmetic brand founded in 2015 in Jackson Hole, Wyoming - its products are not medical devices. This analysis is based on 11 Alpyn Beauty references algorithmically analyzed by BeautyDecoded, with no registered user reviews. - the analysis is based exclusively on algorithmic formulation scores and detailed examination of INCI lists. Average sensitive skin score -3.88 (median -3.25) - unfavorable tolerance profile consistent with a clean clinical brand focused on concentrated active ingredients. Average anti-aging score 69.3 - one of the highest observed among the marques bio/clean products analyzed by BeautyDecoded (vs Antipodes 58.0, On The Wild Side 49.0) - a direct signature of the clinical formulas philosophy championed by Kendra Kolb Butler (founder ex-Dr. Dennis Gross, 20 years clinical skincare experience). Central positioning Clean Clinicals + Wild Plants« signature - a combination of clinically documented active ingredients (retinol, bakuchiol, peptides, vitamin C, BHA, AHA, niacinamide) and wild alpine plants hand-harvested at an altitude of around 1,900 m (huckleberry, ghostberry, juneberry, bearberry, arnica, pink algae). Ethical commitments vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, Leaping Bunny certified, synthetic fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, recyclable glass packaging + FSC cardboard boxes, member 1 % for the Planet, Grand Teton National Park Foundation partnership (1,300+ acres of restored native prairie). Formative nuggets from the catalog (1) Instant Bright Eye Dark Circle Firming Cream (+0.75 sensitive - TOP catalog, Sephora out 2024 - anti-pigmentation dark circles phototypes IV-VI), (2) Super Peptide & Ghostberry Moisturizer for Eczema (-0.25 sensitive - dedicated reference for stabilized adult eczema, rare clean beauty premium indication), (3) Clarifying Facial Oil with Retinol + Pink Algae (anti-aging 91.8 TOP catalog - maximum corrective option for retinoid-resistant skin). Formal cases to report AHA Brightening Bubbling Cleanser gets the worst score in the catalog (-12.00 sensitive, redness -297.5) - cosmetic product for occasional corrective use (1-2 uses/week maximum on resistant skin only), strictly not recommended for sensitive skin, rosacea, active eczema, pregnancy. Formative pattern revealed by analysis Sensitive skin scores are mainly determined by the concentration and number of concentrated active ingredients in each formulation - barrier/periocular-oriented products (few active ingredients): favorable scores; highly concentrated multi-acid products (retinol + salicylic + AHA + vitamin C): clearly unfavorable scores, with maximum anti-aging performance on the other hand. Precautions retinoids and bakuchiol Gradual introduction mandatory (1 evening/week × 4 weeks minimum), SPF 50+ morning mandatory, strictly contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding - concerns Clarifying Facial Oil Retinol + Pink Algae (retinol formally contraindicated - ANSM precautionary principle extended to all topical retinoids) and by precaution Line-Filling Eye Cream + Melt Moisturizer with Bakuchiol (topical bakuchiol contraindicated in pregnancy by precautionary principle). 48-hour patch test on forearm recommended for all new cosmetics on reactive skin. In the event of a skin reaction to a cosmetic, stop use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. For any skin condition that is chronic or resistant to cosmetic care after 2-3 months (moderate to severe active atopic eczema, active inflammatory rosacea, advanced photoaging), dermatological consultation is a priority - Alpyn Beauty is a coherent cosmetic complement to medical care, not a substitute for it. Main distribution Sephora US, Bluemercury, Credo Beauty, Beauty Heroes - limited European availability via specialized clean beauty retailers and Sephora US international shipping. This item does not constitute a commercial partnership with the Alpyn Beauty brand.
