Dr. Brandt Crease Release, with GABA Complex

 

 

$150 for 1.7 ounce

Despite the super steep pricetag, this supposed super wrinkle cream is just a very basic moisturizer. It claims to quickly reduce wrinkles via its star active ingredient: gamma amino butyric acid (GABA). Unforunately, GABA does not live up to these claims.  The reality is GABA has not been proven to relax muscles and reduce the appearance of wrinkles when applied topically. 

GABA (gamma aminobutyric acid) is an amino acid synthesized in the brain that internally prevents nerves from firing. Cosmetics companies include GABA in their products hoping consumers will confuse the topical application of GABA with its internal function of inhibiting nerve firing. However, GABA does not work alone to inhibit nerve firing - it needs many other substances which are not present in skin care products in order for it to prevent nerve firing and cause muscle relaxation. 

To add insult to injury, this moisturizer actually irritates the skin because it contains Eugenol - a fragrance component that is a substance used to test for skin allergies. Eugenol wrecks havoc on the skin’s immune cells. Save your money and spend on better formulations!

Verdict: Thumbs Down!