Glow Recipe Strawberry bha pore smooth blur drops
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, Salix alba bark extractWorks well
“The BHA and strawberry enzymes help clarify and resurface without triggering new breakouts.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
MoisturizingSaccharide isomerate, Sodium hyaluronate + 5 moreWorks
“Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops is a hydrating skincare-makeup hybrid serum that brightens the skin over time with niacinamide while prepping the skin for makeup with an instant dewy glow!”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": saccharide isomerate, sodium hyaluronate.
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).
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Salix alba bark extractWorks well
“refines pores over time”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
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~45–55%
Tapioca starch~8.4–10.3%
Isopentyldiol~4.7–5.7%
Nylon-12~3.5–4.2%
C9-12 alkane~2.6–3.2%
Distarch phosphate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerSaccharide isomerate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateFragaria vesca leaf extract~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salicylic acid~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidSalix alba bark extract~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractFragaria vesca fruit extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Fragaria vesca fruit extractLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.65–1%
- 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 filtrateSodium hyaluronate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateBisabolol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololCoco-caprylate/caprate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateTriheptanoin~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A synthetic triglyceride. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriheptanoinButylene glycol~0.55–0.8%
- 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 glycolPentylene glycol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPropanediol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCaprylyl glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPolyglyceryl-10 dioleate~0.45–0.65%
Dilinoleic acid/butanediol copolymer~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 dipalmitate~0.4–0.65%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.5%
1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCastor oil/ipdi copolymer~0.2–0.35%
Citric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Tapioca starch, Isopentyldiol, Nylon-12, C9-12 alkane, Distarch phosphate, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Saccharide isomerate, Fragaria vesca leaf extract, Salicylic acid, Salix alba bark extract, Fragaria vesca fruit extract, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Sodium hyaluronate, Bisabolol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Triheptanoin, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Propanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 dioleate, Dilinoleic acid/butanediol copolymer, Polyglyceryl-10 dipalmitate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hydroxide, 1,2-hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Castor oil/ipdi copolymer, Citric acid, Parfum
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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.
| Glow RecipeStrawberry bha pore smooth blur dropsYOUR PRODUCT | MaeloveSuper Smooth Resurfacing Serum | The INKEY List CA360° Acne Clearing Serum | psaLIQUID CLARITY BHA & Bakuchiol Blemish Recovery Booster | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 87% | 87% |
| Price | $1.50 | $32.95+$31.45 | $18.00+$16.50 | $31.00+$29.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Hexanoyl Dipeptide-3 Norleucine Acetate | Panthenol | Bakuchiol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: PSA Skin Liquid clarity2 fl oz Gentle Acne Serum
Product summary
"Glow Recipe - Strawberry bha pore smooth blur drops" is effective for: Anti-blemish and Exfoliation
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Salicylic acid (1.00% - 1.20%). This is an oil-soluble exfoliating acid. Because of this property, it can work inside pores and help reduce the congestion. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and is used to treat acne. Because it is a quite strong exfoliator, be careful with using this product too often: it could result in over-exfoliation.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.60% - 0.90% and saccharide isomerate 1.60% - 2.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Glow Recipe" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 4
- 5Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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