Works for
MoisturizingCannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis, Linoleic acid + 13 moreWorks well
“Enriched with the brand’s proprietary Aquiol™ complex, made of over 99% pure CBD, the serum efficiently delivers deep hydration to the skin.”
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, isomalt.
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: squalane, isopropyl myristate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis, linoleic acid, palmitoyl tripeptide-38
Anti-agingPalmitoyl tripeptide-38, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidMay help
“Added Swiss Apple Stem Cells soften the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while Grape Stem Cells help to soothe.”
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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis + 2 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidMay help
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: AlcoholMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinCoco-caprylate~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateCannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
CBD. Can bind to skin cell receptors and can reduce inflammation, itching, and help support skin barrier function
More about Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabisMalus domestica fruit cell culture extract~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vitis vinifera fruit cell extract~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coenochloris signiensis extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An algae extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and neutralize free radicals
More about Coenochloris signiensis extractCaesalpinia spinosa gum~1.3–2%
Isopropyl myristate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristatePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSqualane~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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.
More about SqualanePropanediol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCetearyl alcohol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHydrogenated vegetable oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oil3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidLinoleic acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Linoleic acidMaltodextrin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinCetearyl glucoside~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideAlcohol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateXanthan gum~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 acetateIsomalt~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about IsomaltHydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinLecithin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinLinolenic acid~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPalmitoyl tripeptide-38~0.05–0.15%
- 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 Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Coco-caprylate, Cannabidiol - derived from extract or tincture or resin of cannabis, Malus domestica fruit cell culture extract, Vitis vinifera fruit cell extract, Coenochloris signiensis extract, Caesalpinia spinosa gum, Isopropyl myristate, Phenoxyethanol, Squalane, Propanediol, Cetearyl alcohol, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Linoleic acid, Maltodextrin, Cetearyl glucoside, Alcohol, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Xanthan gum, Tocopheryl acetate, Isomalt, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Lecithin, Linolenic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38
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| MGC DermaFacial Serum for HydrationYOUR PRODUCT | BalmLabsClearBalm Serum Hydrator | Ecooking50+ Serum | FLOWER BeautyChill Out Hydrating Skin Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 72% | 69% | 69% |
| Price | — | — | $65.14 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Sodium Hyaluronate | Anhydroxylitol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"MGC Derma - Facial Serum for Hydration" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this product it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.30% - 0.70%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- We are excited that this product contains Cannabidiol, or CBD (2.70% - 4.00%). CBD is a new active in cosmetic products, and the studies on its effect in skin are still going on. CBD is one of the compounds in the cannabis plant. It does not have any psychotropic effects. When used topically, CBD can bind to skin cell receptors and "change their behavior". It can help reduce inflammation, itching, and help support skin barrier function. It also might be able to reduce acne.
- We love that there is also Linoleic Acid in this product (0.40% - 0.90%). Linoleic Acid is one of the skin's natural emollients. It supports the skin barrier and can even help reduce clogged pores.
- Humectants (isomalt 0.10% - 0.45% and glycerin 4.20% - 6.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 85.00$ in the United States and from 20.40£ up to 85.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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