Glossier Bubblewrap

Glossier Bubblewrap

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium
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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered

Moisturizing
Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Cera microcristallina + 20 more
Strong evidence
What the product description says
“Bubblewrap makes eyes and lips look fresher, smoother, and more hydrated, immediately and over timeMade with a combination of natural hydrators such as Hyaluronic Acid, Squalane, and Avocado Oil, plus antioxidant-rich Blueberry ExtractLightweight texture (a water-in-oil emulsion) doesn’t feel sticky or pill under makeupGood to know.”
Source: Glossier

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, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid.

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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, cera microcristallina.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tripeptide-38

Cera microcristallinaKey activeEffect: HighHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency~2.4–2.9%
DimethiconeKey activeEffect: HighA 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~2–2.4%
GlycerinKey activeEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~4.7–5.8%
Helianthus annuus seed oilKey activeEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.15–0.25%
Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidKey activeEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin~0.25–0.45%
Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey activeEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~1.5–1.8%
Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethiconeKey activeEffect: HighA silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture~0.25–0.45%
PolymethylsilsesquioxaneKey activeEffect: HighA silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss~1.6–2%
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerKey activeEffect: HighAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.5%
SqualaneKey activeEffect: HighAn 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.~0.5–0.7%
Palmitoyl tripeptide-38HeroEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.35–0.65%
UndecaneKey activeEffect: MediumHelps create a non-greasy finish on the skin~0.6–0.9%
Ethylhexyl stearateEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~1–1.2%
Hydrogenated polyisobuteneEffect: LowUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin~4.1–5%
Portulaca pilosa extractEffect: Low~0.25–0.5%
Cetearyl ethylhexanoateEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin~0.25–0.5%
Isopropyl palmitateEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency~1.2–1.4%
Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.45–0.7%
Propylene carbonateEffect: LowIs used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture~0.25–0.5%
Persea gratissima oilUnder-dosedEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function~0.45–0.7%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.1–0.2%
LecithinEffect: Low, below effective doseUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.5%
Anti-aging
Not advertised by the brand · Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Tocopherol
Moderate evidence

This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-38. This ingredient 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.

Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.35–0.65%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.1–0.2%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
18 flagged ingredients
Medium risk
We flagged 18 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~1.5–1.8%est.
Isopropyl palmitateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistencyMedium~1.2–1.4%est.
UndecaneHelps create a non-greasy finish on the skinMedium~0.6–0.9%est.
Sea saltUsed to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentrationMedium~0.5–0.75%est.
Persea gratissima oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier functionMedium~0.45–0.7%est.
Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extractA plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lackingMedium~0.3–0.5%est.
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerAttracts water into the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.3–0.5%est.
Portulaca pilosa extract—Medium~0.25–0.5%est.
Swertia chirata extractA plant extract that can have an anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, but evidence of effectiveness is lackingMedium~0.25–0.4%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
TridecaneHelps create a dry, non-greasy finish of the skinMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.25–0.45%est.
Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.45%est.
Sodium citrateHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve productsMedium~0.2–0.4%est.
Caprylhydroxamic acidA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.35%est.
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateUsed to improve stability of the formulationMedium~0.2–0.35%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.35%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.25%est.
Comedogenic
1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
1 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Isopropyl palmitateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency3/5~1.2–1.4%est.
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Water~45–55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4.7–5.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Hydrogenated polyisobutene~4.1–5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

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Microcrystalline wax~3.1–3.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Cera microcristallina~2.4–2.9%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency

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Dimethicone~2–2.4%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingMattifying

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

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Polymethylsilsesquioxane~1.6–2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.5–1.8%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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Isopropyl palmitate~1.2–1.4%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency

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Ethylhexyl stearate~1–1.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Propanediol~0.7–1.05%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Undecane~0.6–0.9%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin

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Sea salt~0.5–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Exfoliation

Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration

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Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Squalane~0.5–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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.

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Persea gratissima oil~0.45–0.7%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function

More about Persea gratissima oil
Palmitoyl tripeptide-38~0.35–0.65%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Hydrolyzed vegetable protein~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing
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Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract~0.3–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking

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Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.3–0.5%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Portulaca pilosa extract~0.25–0.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizing
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Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.25–0.45%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin

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Swertia chirata extract~0.25–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
AntibacterialAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can have an anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking

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Cetearyl ethylhexanoate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Disteardimonium hectorite~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency

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Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone~0.25–0.45%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingCleansing

A silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture

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1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Tridecane~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps create a dry, non-greasy finish of the skin

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Propylene carbonate~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture

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Lecithin~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Lecithin
Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

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 acetate
Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate~0.25–0.45%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Sodium citrate~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
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 citrate
Sodium isostearate~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
More about Sodium isostearate
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Sorbitan isostearate~0.2–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to improve stability of the formulation

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Sucrose cocoate~0.15–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.25%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

More about Helianthus annuus seed oil
Tocopherol~0.1–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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 Tocopherol
Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isopropyl palmitate, Ethylhexyl stearate, Propanediol, Undecane, Sea salt, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Squalane, Persea gratissima oil, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Hydrolyzed vegetable protein, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Portulaca pilosa extract, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Swertia chirata extract, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Disteardimonium hectorite, Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, 1,2-hexanediol, Tridecane, Propylene carbonate, Lecithin, Tocopheryl acetate, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Sodium citrate, Sodium isostearate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Sorbitan isostearate, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Sucrose cocoate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Tocopherol

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