bareMinerals Brilliant Future Age Defense and Renew Serum
Works for
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tripeptide-38, Glycerin + 9 moreWorks well
“Promoting a radiant and youthful-looking complexion, the serum combines Magnanese, Vitamin C and extract of Chai Hu with a host of other high performance ingredients to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, replenish moisture and reignite skin's natural luminosity.”
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, manganese pca.
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, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tripeptide-38
Anti-agingAscorbyl glucoside, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38May help
“Promoting a radiant and youthful-looking complexion, the serum combines Magnanese, Vitamin C and extract of Chai Hu with a host of other high performance ingredients to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, replenish moisture and reignite skin's natural luminosity.”
This product contains ascorbyl glucoside, palmitoyl tripeptide-38. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ascorbyl glucoside, Oryzanol + 2 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbyl glucoside) 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.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Ascorbyl glucoside, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractMay help
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: ascorbyl glucoside.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~4.8–7.2%
- 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 glycolPropanediol~2.9–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~2.3–3.4%
- 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 GlycerinAscorbyl glucoside~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and 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 Ascorbyl glucosideIsodecyl neopentanoate~1.4–2.1%
- 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 neopentanoateSqualane~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneBehenyl alcohol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholSilica~1.2–1.8%
Dimethicone~0.85–1.25%
- 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 DimethiconePotassium hydroxide~0.45–1.05%
Mica~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaStearyl alcohol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholCarbomer~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.65%
Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate~0.45–1.1%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.6%
Sodium metaphosphate~0.15–0.6%
Succinoglycan~0.1–0.45%
Citric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateHydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinOryzanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An anti-oxidant that helps stabilize product formulations. Might help neutralise free radicals in skin
More about OryzanolOlea europaea leaf extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Olea europaea leaf extractCrataegus monogyna flower extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Manganese pca~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Often used as a part of an ingredient complex Physiogenyl together with Sodium PCA, Magnesium PCA and Zinc PCA. The manufacturer claims that it does more than attracting water, but there is no evidence or studies supporting this claim
More about Manganese pcaPalmitoyl tripeptide-38~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Bupleurum falcatum root extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but it is not well studied. It can be irritating
More about Bupleurum falcatum root extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractParfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTitanium dioxide~0.1–0.45%
- 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 77891~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Iron oxides~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 77491~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ci 77492~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Ascorbyl glucoside, Isodecyl neopentanoate, Squalane, Behenyl alcohol, Silica, Dimethicone, Potassium hydroxide, Mica, Stearyl alcohol, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate, Disodium edta, Sodium metaphosphate, Succinoglycan, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Oryzanol, Olea europaea leaf extract, Crataegus monogyna flower extract, Manganese pca, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Bupleurum falcatum root extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Parfum, Limonene, Hexyl cinnamal, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Ci 77492
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| bareMineralsBrilliant Future Age Defense and Renew SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Peter Thomas RothPeptide Skinjection Amplified Wrinkle-Fix Refillable Serum | Medik8LIQUID PEPTIDES ADVANCED MP | Summer FridaysDream Oasis Hydration Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 65% | 61% | 61% |
| Price | — | $61.00 | $95.00 | $44.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate | Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"bareMinerals - Brilliant Future Age Defense and Renew Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Evens skin tone and Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-38 0.05% - 0.30%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.30% - 3.40% and manganese pca 0.05% - 0.25%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "bareMinerals" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 105.92A$ in Australia and for 42.00£ 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 6
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