Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Squalane + 5 moreWorks
“Squalane 53 Deep Moisture Serum”
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, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.
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: squalane, glyceryl stearate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinSqualane~3.7–5.6%
- 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 SqualanePropanediol~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDipropylene glycol~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolButylene glycol~1.6–2.5%
- 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 glycolMethyl trimethicone~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethicone1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.15%
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1–1.5%
- 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 copolymerPolyglyceryl-2 stearate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-2 stearateCetearyl olivate~0.5–1.15%
Glyceryl stearate~0.45–1.05%
- 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 stearateSodium polyacrylate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateStearyl alcohol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholSorbitan olivate~0.35–0.75%
Carbomer~0.35–0.75%
- 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 CarbomerTromethamine~0.3–0.7%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.75%
Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerSorbitan isostearate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateSodium phytate~0.1–0.5%
Parfum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCoptis japonica root extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Coptis japonica root extractNatto gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dioscorea japonica root extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolAnastatica hierochuntica extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pinus densiflora leaf extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Squalane, Propanediol, Dipropylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Methyl trimethicone, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 stearate, Cetearyl olivate, Glyceryl stearate, Sodium polyacrylate, Stearyl alcohol, Sorbitan olivate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Sorbitan isostearate, Sodium phytate, Parfum, Sodium hyaluronate, Coptis japonica root extract, Natto gum, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Tocopherol, Anastatica hierochuntica extract, Pinus densiflora leaf extract
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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.
| GenabelleSqualane 53 Deep Moisture SerumYOUR PRODUCT | The SaemThe Essential Lactobiotic Firming Ampoule | BY TERRYHyaluronic Global Serum | OARS + ALPSOvernight Renewal Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Price | $25.20 | $26.40+$1.20 | $108.59+$83.39 | $48.99+$23.79 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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