Face facts The Routine Superberry Radiance Serum | Illuminate + Nourish
Works for
MoisturizingBetaine, Glycerin + 10 moreWorks
“Face Facts Renewing Facial Night Serum; Gentle level retinol (vitamin A), hydrating rice protein and brightening Vitamin C, renews and illuminates; Targets fine lines and uneven skin tone 30ml 204”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, biosaccharide gum-1.
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).
Evens skin toneNiacinamide ~0.25–0.45%, below the ~1% it needsUnder-dosed
“Face Facts Renewing Facial Night Serum; Gentle level retinol (vitamin A), hydrating rice protein and brightening Vitamin C, renews and illuminates; Targets fine lines and uneven skin tone 30ml 204”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-agingNiacinamide ~0.25–0.45%, below the ~1% it needsUnder-dosed
“Face Facts Renewing Facial Night Serum; Gentle level retinol (vitamin A), hydrating rice protein and brightening Vitamin C, renews and illuminates; Targets fine lines and uneven skin tone 30ml 204”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Face Facts Renewing Facial Night Serum; Gentle level retinol (vitamin A), hydrating rice protein and brightening Vitamin C, renews and illuminates; Targets fine lines and uneven skin tone 30ml 204”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.6–8%
- 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 glycolGlycereth-26~4.1–5%
Betaine~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineRubus idaeus fruit extract~2.2–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus fruit extractVaccinium angustifolium fruit~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractRubus chamaemorus seed extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lycium chinense fruit extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Euterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Euterpe oleracea fruit extractSapindus mukorossi fruit extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Coffea arabica seed extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed extractCallicarpa japonica fruit extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilLavandula hybrida oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilYeast extract~0.3–0.55%
- 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 extractSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateGlycerin~0.3–0.55%
- 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 Glycerin1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.45%
Niacinamide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideHydroxyacetophenone~0.2–0.4%
Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer2-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbeth-30~0.2–0.4%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHydrolyzed sclerotium gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 glycolPentylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBiosaccharide gum-1~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Sodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerHydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.15%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycereth-26, Betaine, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Rubus chamaemorus seed extract, Lycium chinense fruit extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Sapindus mukorossi fruit extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Callicarpa japonica fruit extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Lavandula hybrida oil, Yeast extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Niacinamide, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 methacrylate crosspolymer, 2-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Sorbeth-30, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Hydrolyzed sclerotium gum, Propylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Limonene
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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.
| Face factsThe Routine Superberry Radiance Serum | Illuminate + NourishYOUR PRODUCT | PO:DLBarley + Hyaluronic Frozen40 Essence Pad 120g (70ea) | CosmetocriticoWaterwave | ROUND LABVita Niacinamide Glow Capsule Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 85% | 85% |
| Price | $48.00 | $21.03−$26.97 | — | $15.53−$32.47 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 6 of 9 | 5 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol | Lactic Acid | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Face facts - The Routine Superberry Radiance Serum | Illuminate + Nourish" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer 0.15% - 0.25%, sodium acetylated hyaluronate 0.15% - 0.30%, biosaccharide gum-1 0.20% - 0.35%, glycerin 0.30% - 0.55%, sodium hyaluronate 0.30% - 0.50% and betaine 3.00% - 3.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
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