MCoBeauty Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid & Vitamin C Face Serum - single
Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Glycerin + 9 moreWorks well
“Product name: Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid & Vitamin C Face Serum - single”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": erythritol, glycerin.
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: niacinamide
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Tocopherol + 1 moreWorks well
“Increases the skin’s natural collagen production”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
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 toneSide benefit · Niacinamide, Ascorbic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower water, Citral + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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%
Propanediol~4.6–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3.2–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinNiacinamide~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideAloe barbadensis leaf extract~2.1–3.2%
- 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 extractErythritol~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about ErythritolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium acrylates copolymer~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymer1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.1%
Caprylyl glycol~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLecithin~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinButylene glycol~0.35–0.75%
- 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 glycolCetearyl olivate~0.15–0.7%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Dicaprylyl carbonate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateSorbitan olivate~0.1–0.45%
Rosa damascena flower water~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterCitral~0.1–0.3%
Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractCymbopogon citratus extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ascorbic acid~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidPelargonium graveolens oil~0.05–0.15%
Ci 16035~0.01–0.1%
Tocopherol~0.01–0.05%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Erythritol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium acrylates copolymer, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Lecithin, Butylene glycol, Cetearyl olivate, Sodium hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Sorbitan olivate, Rosa damascena flower water, Citral, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Cymbopogon citratus extract, Ascorbic acid, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Ci 16035, Tocopherol
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| MCoBeautyHydrating Hyaluronic Acid & Vitamin C Face Serum - singleYOUR PRODUCT | The Purest SolutionsNiacinamide %5 + Zinc Pca %1 Intensive Pore Tightening & Lightening Serum TPS100 | HydroPeptideFirma-Bright | SuperfluidIn The Clear Blemish Aid Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 99% | 99% | 99% |
| Price | ≈ $24.16 | — | $138.00≈ +$113.84 | $28.00≈ +$3.84 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Urea |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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