Aveeno Positively Radiant MaxGlow Infusion Drops Serum
Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Dimethicone + 8 moreWorks
“Hydrating serum provides 48 hours of moisturization and enhances skin's natural radiance”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, dimethiconol.
Evens skin toneGlycine soja seed extract, Yeast extractNot delivered
“From a dermatologist-recommended brand, this non-comedogenic moisturizing facial serum provides a lit-from-within glow while also helping to even your skin tone and texture.”
This product contains ingredients (glycine soja seed extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Actinidia chinensis fruit water + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinButylene glycol~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolBis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silanePentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateIsodecyl neopentanoate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss.
More about Isodecyl neopentanoatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~1.1–1.7%
Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Dimethicone~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeYeast extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractSuccinoglycan~0.35–0.8%
Parfum~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumActinidia chinensis fruit water~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Claimed to have anti-oxidant properties but it is unlikely that it can have an effect in the skin
More about Actinidia chinensis fruit waterGlycine soja seed extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
More about Glycine soja seed extractAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCitrus limon peel extract~0.05–0.2%
Dimethiconol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Dimethicone, Yeast extract, Succinoglycan, Parfum, Actinidia chinensis fruit water, Glycine soja seed extract, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Citrus limon peel extract, Dimethiconol, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| AveenoPositively Radiant MaxGlow Infusion Drops SerumYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaRapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Renewal Serum | Planet RevolutionCoconut Make Up Serum | LANEIGEPerfect Renew Signature Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 45% | 44% |
| Price | — | $19.75 | — | $39.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Retinol | Beta-Glucan | Retinol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Aveeno - Positively Radiant MaxGlow Infusion Drops Serum" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 4.10% - 6.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
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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- 2Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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