GLOWBIOTICS ULTIMATE YOUTH RESTORING SERUM
Works for
Anti-agingRetinol, Myristoyl nonapeptide-3 + 2 moreWorks well
“This advanced formula combines powerful retinoids and biomimetic peptides to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, boost collagen and elastin production, and enhance skin repair.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: myristoyl nonapeptide-3.
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.
Evens skin toneRetinol, Dimethylmethoxy chromanyl palmitate + 2 moreWorks well
“Enjoy a brighter, even complexion as unwanted pigmentation fades, and benefit from instant lifting and tightening effects.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
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: dimethylmethoxy chromanyl palmitate.
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.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Urea, Myristoyl nonapeptide-3 + 7 moreWorks well
“Fights against all signs of aging including dehydration, age spots, ineffective barrier function, ptosis. wrinkles.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, hydrolyzed wheat protein.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: myristoyl nonapeptide-3, urea
ExfoliationSide benefit · Retinol, UreaWorks well
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: retinol.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Retinol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceWorks well
“pores and redness caused by vascular congestion. *Renovage™ is a trademark of Sederma.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinol. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Retinol, Zingiber officinale root extract + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (retinol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Retinol, Zingiber officinale root extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinHydroxyethylcellulose~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseRetinol~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolGlyceryl diretinoate~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Urea~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceButylene glycol~1.3–1.9%
- 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 glycolHydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acid~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help to reduce inflammation in skin, but solid research is lacking
More about Hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acidAcetyl carboxymethyl cocoyl glycine~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Isoceteth-20~0.5–1.2%
Peg-40 stearate~0.45–1%
Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateBisabolol~0.3–0.75%
- 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 BisabololZingiber officinale root extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractDimethylmethoxy chromanyl palmitate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An oil-soluble compound that has been shown in laboratory studies (in a petri dish, not on human volunteers) to inhibit melanin production in skin and help even out the skin tone. More research is needed to understand if it works in real life
More about Dimethylmethoxy chromanyl palmitateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideTeprenone~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Myristoyl octapeptide-1~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Myristoyl nonapeptide-3~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Myristoyl nonapeptide-3Safflower acid~0.2–0.75%
Pentylene glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolMaltodextrin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinSucrose dilaurate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose dilaurateSodium cocoyl glutamate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamatePisum sativum extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking
More about Pisum sativum extractMacrocystis pyrifera extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Hydrolyzed wheat protein~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat protein1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.25%
Caprylyl glycol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolTropolone~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Retinol, Glyceryl diretinoate, Urea, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Butylene glycol, Hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acid, Acetyl carboxymethyl cocoyl glycine, Unknown, Isoceteth-20, Peg-40 stearate, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Bisabolol, Zingiber officinale root extract, Dimethylmethoxy chromanyl palmitate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Teprenone, Myristoyl octapeptide-1, Unknown, Myristoyl nonapeptide-3, Safflower acid, Pentylene glycol, Maltodextrin, Sucrose dilaurate, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Pisum sativum extract, Macrocystis pyrifera extract, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Tropolone
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| GLOWBIOTICSULTIMATE YOUTH RESTORING SERUMYOUR PRODUCT | Glowbiotics MDUltimate Youth Restoring Serum | Dr Dennis GrossHyaluronic Marine Hydration Booster Deluxe | PCA SKINIntensive Age Refining Treatment 0.5 Percent Pure Retinol Night | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 87% | 77% | 77% |
| Price | — | — | — | $120.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Octapeptide-2 | Lactic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"GLOWBIOTICS - ULTIMATE YOUTH RESTORING SERUM" is effective for: Evens skin tone, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish and Exfoliation
Ingredient callouts
- this product contains an effective form of Retinoids (vitamin A): retinol 2.00% - 3.00%. Retinoids are potent multitasking actives. They work to improve and prevent early signs of aging, reduce hyperpigmentation (age spots and post-acne marks), and prevent inflamed blemishes and clogged pores. The downside of Retinoids is that they can be irritating. If you are not already using a Retinoid in your routine, it is best to start slowly and apply the Retinoid product only a few times per week. If your skin tolerates it well, you can gradually increase the frequency to daily.
- Peptides (myristoyl nonapeptide-3 1.00% - 1.50% and octapeptide-2 1.20% - 1.80%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (urea 0.50% - 1.15% and glycerin 4.00% - 6.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 230.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol)ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Topical urea in skincare: A reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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