Works for
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“This lightweight milky serum not only hydrates and gently clarifies the skin, with 5% Niacinamide it also helps with the appearance of pores and uneven skin tone.”
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.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Panthenol + 12 moreWorks well
“This lightweight milky serum not only hydrates and gently clarifies the skin, with 5% Niacinamide it also helps with the appearance of pores and uneven skin tone.”
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:
biosaccharide gum-1, fructose.
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: cannabis sativa seed oil, nigella sativa seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, panthenol
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Inulin + 2 moreWorks well
“Fussy, dehydrated, sensitive skin? Our formula supports skin affected by blemishes, helping to maintain a smoother, healthier-looking complexion.”
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.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Centella asiatica leaf extract + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica leaf extract.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 flagged ingredientsMedium 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~45–55%
Niacinamide~5.3–6.5%
- 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 NiacinamidePropanediol~4–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinCannabis sativa seed oil~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that due to its high linoleic acid content can help strengthen skin's barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Cannabis sativa seed oilPanthenol~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolInulin~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinSaccharide isomerate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateTaraktogenos kurzii seed oil~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Maltodextrin~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinLysolecithin~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin derivative. It helps oil and water mix together and can enhance penetration of other ingredients. It helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LysolecithinSclerotium gum~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumSodium gluconate~0.55–0.8%
Centella asiatica leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractXanthan gum~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPullulan~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanAmylopectin~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Capryloyl glycine~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycineLeptospermum scoparium branch/leaf oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nigella sativa seed oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support the skin's barrier due to the high content of linoleic acid
More about Nigella sativa seed oilMagnolia grandiflora bark extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lithothamnion calcareum extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A mineral-rich extract from red algae. Might be able to help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Lithothamnion calcareum extractPalm glycerides~0.3–0.6%
Pentylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPotassium lauroyl wheat amino acids~0.35–0.6%
Fructose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseBiosaccharide gum-1~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Sorbic acid~0.2–0.4%
Sodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Silica~0.3–0.55%
Lactic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidCitric 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 acidSalicylic acid~0.1–0.2%
- 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 acidPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium citrate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Water, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Glycerin, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Panthenol, Inulin, Saccharide isomerate, Taraktogenos kurzii seed oil, Maltodextrin, Lysolecithin, Sclerotium gum, Sodium gluconate, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Xanthan gum, Pullulan, Amylopectin, Capryloyl glycine, Leptospermum scoparium branch/leaf oil, Nigella sativa seed oil, Magnolia grandiflora bark extract, Lithothamnion calcareum extract, Palm glycerides, Pentylene glycol, Potassium lauroyl wheat amino acids, Fructose, Biosaccharide gum-1, Sorbic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Silica, Lactic acid, Citric acid, Salicylic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium citrate, Benzyl alcohol
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| Monday MuseTHE JUICE - Daily SerumYOUR PRODUCT | UltraceuticalsUltra B2 Hydrating Serum | HoraceSérum Acide Salicylique 2 % + Niacinamide 3 % | REVOLUTION SKINCARE20% Niacinamide Blemish and Pore Refining Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 85% | 83% |
| Price | — | — | — | $16.06 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 12 | 4 of 12 | 2 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Zinc Pca |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Monday Muse - THE JUICE - Daily Serum" is effective for: Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Moisturizing and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (5.30% - 6.50%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 1.90% - 2.30%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
- Humectants (biosaccharide gum-1 0.25% - 0.45%, fructose 0.25% - 0.45%, saccharide isomerate 1.40% - 1.70%, panthenol 1.90% - 2.30% and glycerin 3.00% - 3.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
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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- 5Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) as a Resource for Green Cosmeticstandfonline.com
- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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