Glowbiotics MD Probiotic AntiPollution Firming Treatment

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WORKS FOR

Anti-aging
Anti-oxidation
Moisturizing
Evens skin tone
Anti-blemish
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KEY INGREDIENTS

Knotgrass extract
bakuchiol
linoleic acid
dimethicone
dimethicone crosspolymer
ergothioneine
ethyl linoleate
glycerin
Sunflower seed oil
kappaphycus alvarezii extract
lactococcus ferment lysate
lycopene
palmaria palmata extract
phospholipids
phytosteryl canola glycerides
polymethylsilsesquioxane
pullulan
Jojoba oil
sodium hyaluronate
solanum lycopersicum seed oil
Vitamin E
triolein
vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil
yeast extract
beta-glucan
caprylic/capric triglyceride
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IRRITANCY

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$89.00

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Size: 1 fl. oz

Probiotic AntiPollution Firming Treatment

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What does the product description say?

"This skin-defense treatment creates a web-like matrix to help shelter the skin against pollution, dirt and eco-factors that may contribute to signs of aging ."

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WIMJ summary for anti-aging

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains bakuchiol.

Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
bakuchiol	HIGH
beta-glucan	LOW
lactococcus ferment lysate	LOW

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WIMJ summary for anti-blemish

This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains bakuchiol, ethyl linoleate.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
bakuchiol	HIGH
ethyl linoleate	HIGH
beta-glucan	LOW

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WIMJ summary for evens skin tone

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: bakuchiol

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: ethyl linoleate.

Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
bakuchiol	HIGH
ethyl linoleate	LOW
yeast extract	LOW

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WIMJ summary for moisturizing

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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: linoleic acid

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
beta-glucan	HIGH
dimethicone	HIGH
ethyl linoleate	HIGH

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WIMJ summary for anti-oxidation

This product contains antioxidants (bakuchiol, lycopene, polygonum aviculare extract) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

The following ingredients - vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
lycopene	HIGH
bakuchiol	HIGH
polygonum aviculare extract	HIGH

How honest is this product?

Promise	Can it deliver?
Anti-aging
Anti-oxidation
Moisturizing
Evens skin tone
Anti-blemish

Total Promises Fulfilled score: 100/100.

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

HIGH

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
pullulan
ethyl linoleate
pentylene glycol

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
water Plain old water	45% - 55%
glycerin One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant	4.4% - 5.4%
propanediol Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin	3.9% - 4.7%
lactococcus ferment lysate Consists of remains of dead bacteria cells. Is likely helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation and neutralizing free radicals in skin	3% - 3.6%
polyglyceryl-10 myristate	2.2% - 2.7%
pullulan Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect	1.8% - 2.2%
ethyl linoleate Helps reduce acne and blemishes. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce inflammation. Might be helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone, but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking	1.5% - 1.8%
pentylene glycol Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture	1.4% - 1.7%
caprylic/capric triglyceride 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	1.2% - 1.4%
simmondsia chinensis seed oil Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.	0.95% - 1.15%
dimethicone 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	0.7% - 1.05%
bakuchiol A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation	0.55% - 0.85%
polymethylsilsesquioxane A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss	0.55% - 0.85%
phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products	0.45% - 0.65%
aminomethyl propanol Used to adjust the pH in formulations	0.4% - 0.6%
caprylyl glycol Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture	0.45% - 0.65%
caesalpinia spinosa fruit extract	0.35% - 0.65%
dimethicone crosspolymer Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface	0.3% - 0.6%
benzyl alcohol A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating	0.25% - 0.5%
butylene glycol 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	0.25% - 0.5%
palmaria palmata extract Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin	0.25% - 0.5%
carbomer Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations	0.25% - 0.45%
hydrogenated lecithin Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.	0.25% - 0.45%
benzoic acid A preservative	0.25% - 0.45%
citric acid Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH	0.25% - 0.4%
xanthan gum Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.25% - 0.45%
lecithin Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin	0.25% - 0.5%
alcohol denat. Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products	0.25% - 0.45%
tocopherol 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	0.25% - 0.45%
sodium citrate Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products	0.2% - 0.4%
kappaphycus alvarezii extract A red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties	0.2% - 0.4%
linoleic acid An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores	0.35% - 0.6%
sclerotium gum Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions	0.2% - 0.4%
solanum lycopersicum seed oil A good emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and, due to the high linoleic acid content, can support the skin's barrier function	0.25% - 0.45%
lavandula angustifolia oil An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties	0.2% - 0.4%
phytosteryl canola glycerides Helps soften the upper layer of the skin	0.25% - 0.4%
eucalyptus globulus leaf oil An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties	0.2% - 0.35%
yeast extract 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	0.2% - 0.4%
terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking	0.25% - 0.45%
phospholipids Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product	0.25% - 0.45%
sodium hyaluronate One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin	0.2% - 0.4%
1,2-hexanediol A preservative	0.2% - 0.4%
beta-glucan Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles	0.2% - 0.35%
oleic acid Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness	0.25% - 0.45%
palmitic acid An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it	0.25% - 0.45%
vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil A plant oil that can help neutralize free radicals, soften the upper layer of the skin, and support skin's barrier function	0.2% - 0.4%
polygonum aviculare extract A plant extract that contains a flavanol Juglanin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce inflammation	0.2% - 0.4%
stearic acid Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient	0.25% - 0.5%
triolein Helps soften the upper layer of the skin	0.1% - 0.25%
helianthus annuus seed oil 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	0.15% - 0.3%
ergothioneine Can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Preliminary studies show that it can be more effective than coenzyme Q10 but studies on effective concentration for topical applications are lacking	0.1% - 0.2%
polyphosphorylcholine glycol acrylate	0.1% - 0.15%
lycopene Helps neutralize free radicals in skin combating sun damage. Adds a red color to the product	0.05% - 0.1%
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