Works for
MoisturizingUrea, Glycerin + 1 moreWorks well
“A wonder plant rich in antioxidants and salicylic acid that softens dry skin, decreases pore size and regulates oil production.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, caprylyl glycol.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: urea
Evens skin toneMagnesium ascorbyl phosphateNot delivered
“Regulates melanin production, balances skin tone and evens areas of hyperpigmentation.”
This product contains ingredients (magnesium ascorbyl phosphate) 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.
Anti-agingMagnesium ascorbyl phosphateNot delivered
“A stable form of vitamin C that protects against UV damage and hyperpigmentation and slows down the formation of fine lines and wrinkles.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - magnesium ascorbyl phosphate - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Menthol from peppermint leaf regulates oil production, balances the skin’s pH levels and reduces breakouts.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Achillea millefolium extract, Alcohol + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate~5.9–8.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateGlycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinHydroxyethylcellulose~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseUrea~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaArctostaphylos uva-ursi leaf extract~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Achillea millefolium extract~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractAlchemilla vulgaris extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has astringent properties. In other words, it might be able to interact with keratin in the uppermost layer of the skin to reduce swelling and create a temporal tightening effect. It can be irritating
More about Alchemilla vulgaris extractAlcohol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholMalva sylvestris extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Melissa officinalis leaf extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractMentha piperita leaf extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Mentha piperita leaf extractPrimula veris extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.6%
Veronica officinalis extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylyl glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Urea, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi leaf extract, Achillea millefolium extract, Alchemilla vulgaris extract, Alcohol, Malva sylvestris extract, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Primula veris extract, Sodium hydroxide, Veronica officinalis extract, Caprylyl glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| BeautyBioThe DailyYOUR PRODUCT | GLOWBIOTICSULTIMATE YOUTH RESTORING SERUM | MuradSensitive Skin Soothing Serum | ISANAAge Performance Intensive Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 66% | 65% | 64% |
| Price | — | $135.00 | — | $7.49 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3 | A Type Of Green Tea Extract | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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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- 2Topical L-ascorbic acid: percutaneous absorption studiesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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