Works for
MoisturizingCarthamus tinctorius seed oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil + 5 moreWorks
“Benefits Nutrient-rich, certified organic oil-based serum for glowing skin Nourishing blend of oils replenishes moisture Provides antioxidant protection and fends off free radicals Key Ingredients Argan and borage oils replenish moisture Cranberry seed oil offers antioxidant protection Pumpkin seed oil replenishes moisture, calms and balances Formulated Without Parabens Sulfates Petroleum Mineral Oil Formaldehyde Animal Products”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: argania spinosa kernel oil, borago officinalis seed oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil + 3 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilSesamum indicum seed oil~6.9–10.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilCucurbita pepo seed oil~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Cucurbita pepo seed oilBorago officinalis seed oil~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
More about Borago officinalis seed oilArgania spinosa kernel oil~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilVaccinium macrocarpon seed oil~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help neutralize free radicals, soften the upper layer of the skin, and support skin's barrier function
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilOlea europaea fruit oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilIngredient list view
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Cucurbita pepo seed oil, Borago officinalis seed oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| ACUREBrightening Glowing SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Sea Wench NaturalsBlue Pearl Facial Serum | Skin AssistantRetinol Overnight Serum | ArmencelleSerum Elixir | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 36% | 33% |
| Price | $21.99 | — | — | $28.53+$6.54 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Tea Seed Oil | Retinol | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"ACURE - Brightening Glowing Serum" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Reduces irritation
This product could be helpful for: Anti-oxidation and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "ACURE" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 25.11CA$ in Canada, for 36.73A$ in Australia, for 16.01$ in the United States and for 22.42£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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