Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin tone1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate support
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid.
Moisturizing4 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“Vita Glow Tinted Moisturizer”
Does not contain the most effective ingredients for moisturization. The emollients (cyclopentasiloxane, ethylhexyl palmitate) can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Keep in mind though that this product lacks humectants that attract water. You might want to use a separate product with ingredients like hyaluronic acid or glycerin in addition (use before this product for the best results).
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
This product contains 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid. This ingredient could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
This ingredient 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid) 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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Sorbitan sesquioleate, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamateMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Steareth-21~9.5–11.6%
Sorbitan sesquioleate~3.9–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleatePropylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolIsododecane~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneCyclopentasiloxane~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneEthylhexyl palmitate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateMicrocrystalline wax~1.5–1.8%
Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Bht~1–1.2%
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Propylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Mica~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 77891~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 15850~0.5–0.75%
Potassium oxide~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77491~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Potassium oxide~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77492~0.15–0.3%
Lac~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps form a film on the surface of the skin and disperse other ingredients (like colorants) in cosmetics. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by parasite insects living on trees
More about LacPotassium oxide~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77499~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Steareth-21, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Propylene glycol, Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Microcrystalline wax, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Bht, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Ci 15850, Potassium oxide, Unknown, Ci 77491, Unknown, Potassium oxide, Unknown, Ci 77492, Lac, Potassium oxide, Unknown, Ci 77499
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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.
| AOAVita Glow Tinted MoisturizerYOUR PRODUCT | mixsoonVitamin C Cream 30ml | B SkincareB Moisturising Light Day cream | Crystal ClearSuperboosters - Radiance Enhance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Price | — | $21.15 | $19.83 | $66.09 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 3 | 1 of 3 | 1 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5
- 6
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