Bobbi Brown Illuminating Moisture Balm Bare Glow
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MoisturizingGlycerin, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 + 15 moreWorks
“Illuminating Moisture Balm Bare Glow”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, butyrospermum parkii butter.
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butterNot delivered
“Instantly smoothes fine, dry lines”
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 - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
This ingredient epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 6 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract) 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?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate~4.5–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Neopentyl glycol diheptanoatePeg-4 diheptanoate~3.7–4.5%
Glycerin~2.9–3.6%
- 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 GlycerinBis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterPhenyl trimethicone~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconePolyethylene~1.3–1.6%
Cetearyl alcohol~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholDimethicone~0.7–1.05%
- 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 DimethiconeTocopheryl acetate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateCetyl alcohol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholGlyceryl stearate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateOenothera biennis oil~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Oenothera biennis oilCaffeine~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.3–0.55%
- 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 oilAnthemis nobilis flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractSqualane~0.3–0.6%
- 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 SqualanePelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilCitrus grandis peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilEpilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain antioxidants
More about Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extractCitrus aurantium amara flower oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower oilAstrocaryum murumuru seed butter~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic due to the myrisic acid content
More about Astrocaryum murumuru seed butterSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSapindus mukorossi fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Caesalpinia spinosa gum~0.25–0.4%
Morinda citrifolia fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerSorbitan stearate~0.2–0.4%
Peg-40 stearate~0.2–0.4%
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 glycolDicetyl phosphate~0.2–0.4%
Ceteth-10 phosphate~0.25–0.5%
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPolysorbate 60~0.2–0.4%
Propylene glycol stearate~0.2–0.35%
Polysorbate 20~0.2–0.4%
Sorbitan laurate~0.2–0.4%
Linalool~0.15–0.3%
Geraniol~0.15–0.3%
Citronellol~0.15–0.3%
Limonene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitral~0.15–0.3%
Tin oxide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxidePropylene glycol laurate~0.2–0.35%
Coffea arabica seed extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateTetrasodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Mica~0.15–0.3%
- 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~0.2–0.4%
- 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 75470~0.1–0.2%
Iron oxides~0.1–0.2%
- 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 oxidesIron 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 oxidesIron 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 oxidesIngredient list view
Water, Neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, Peg-4 diheptanoate, Glycerin, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Phenyl trimethicone, Polyethylene, Cetearyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Tocopheryl acetate, Cetyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Oenothera biennis oil, Caffeine, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Squalane, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract, Citrus aurantium amara flower oil, Astrocaryum murumuru seed butter, Sodium hyaluronate, Sapindus mukorossi fruit extract, Caesalpinia spinosa gum, Morinda citrifolia fruit extract, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Sorbitan stearate, Peg-40 stearate, Butylene glycol, Dicetyl phosphate, Ceteth-10 phosphate, Xanthan gum, Lecithin, Polysorbate 60, Propylene glycol stearate, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan laurate, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Limonene, Citral, Tin oxide, Propylene glycol laurate, Coffea arabica seed extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tetrasodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 75470, Iron oxides, Iron oxides, Iron oxides
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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.
| Bobbi BrownIlluminating Moisture Balm Bare GlowYOUR PRODUCT | Estée LauderAdvanced Night Repair Overnight Skin Treatment | VichyNeovadiol Phytosculpt Neck and Face Contour Balm | DERMO28Aqua Blemish Balm; Protective Formula | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | $65.25 | $82.90+$17.65 | $4.02−$61.23 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 4 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Tripeptide-32 | Adenosine | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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