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Noble Panacea The Brilliant Glow Hydration Oil
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Noble Panacea The Brilliant Glow Hydration Oil

Efficacy75/100IrritancyMedium
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Moisturizing
Coconut alkanes, Limnanthes alba seed oil + 20 more
Works
What the product description says
“The Brilliant Glow Hydration Oil”
Source: Bluemercury

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, beta-sitosterol.

Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).

Coconut alkanesKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin~5.8–8.6%
Limnanthes alba seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient~4.6–6.9%
Dipentaerythrityl hexacaprylate/hexacaprateKey activeEffect: Medium~3.4–5.1%
Coco-caprylate/caprateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture~2.9–4.3%
Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~2.2–3.4%
Prunus domestica seed oilKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.85–1.3%
Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateKey activeEffect: HighAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.45–1.05%
Pongamia glabra seed oilKey activeEffect: MediumA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.95%
Crithmum maritimum extractKey activeEffect: MediumAn algae extract that might have anti-oxidant properties~0.35–0.8%
Sesamum indicum seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function~0.3–0.75%
Beta-sitosterolKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated~0.3–0.7%
Carthamus tinctorius seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation~0.3–0.75%
Helianthus annuus extractKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.7%
Nigella sativa seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and support the skin's barrier due to the high content of linoleic acid~0.2–0.75%
UbiquinoneKey activeEffect: HighCoenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen~0.15–0.6%
Bacillus fermentKey activeEffect: HighA product of bacterial fermentation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.6%
Rosa canina seed oilKey activeEffect: HighA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishes~0.1–0.3%
Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateEffect: Low, below effective doseA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)~0.4–0.9%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.1–0.5%
Avena sativa kernel extractUnder-dosedAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties~0.3–0.7%
Argania spinosa kernel oilUnder-dosedAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~0.15–0.65%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilUnder-dosedSoftens 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.~0.15–0.6%
Anti-oxidation
Side benefit · Rubus idaeus seed oil, Ubiquinone + 10 more
Works well

This product contains antioxidants (ubiquinone) 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 - rubus idaeus seed oil also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

Rubus idaeus seed oilKey activeEffect: MediumA plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin~1.1–1.7%
UbiquinoneKey activeEffect: HighCoenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen~0.15–0.6%
Limnanthes alba seed oilEffect: LowThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient~4.6–6.9%
Crithmum maritimum extractEffect: LowAn algae extract that might have anti-oxidant properties~0.35–0.8%
Carthamus tinctorius seed oilEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation~0.3–0.75%
Apium graveolens seed extractEffect: Low~0.2–0.75%
Rosa canina seed oilEffect: LowA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishes~0.1–0.3%
Avena sativa kernel extractEffect: Low, below effective doseAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties~0.3–0.7%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating~0.15–0.55%
Argania spinosa kernel oilEffect: Low, below effective doseAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~0.15–0.65%
Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateUnder-dosedA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)~0.4–0.9%
TocopherolUnder-dosedPure 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~0.1–0.5%
Anti-aging
Side benefit · Limnanthes alba seed oil, Ubiquinone + 2 more
May help

This product contains ubiquinone. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.

Limnanthes alba seed oilEffect: LowThis oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient~4.6–6.9%
UbiquinoneEffect: LowCoenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen~0.15–0.6%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.1–0.5%
Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateUnder-dosedA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)~0.4–0.9%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
1 strong irritant: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
Medium risk
We flagged 12 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.55%est.
Coconut alkanesAn emollient that helps soften the skinMedium~5.8–8.6%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~2.2–3.4%est.
Potassium hydroxideUsed to adjust the pH level of productsMedium~1.3–1.9%est.
Rubus idaeus seed oilA plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~1.1–1.7%est.
Prunus domestica seed oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.85–1.3%est.
Serenoa serrulata fruit extractA plant extract that might help calm down inflammation in skin but evidence of effectiveness is lackingMedium~0.55–1.25%est.
Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)Medium~0.4–0.9%est.
Nigella sativa seed oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and support the skin's barrier due to the high content of linoleic acidMedium~0.2–0.75%est.
Argania spinosa kernel oilAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant propertiesMedium~0.15–0.65%est.
Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens 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.Medium~0.15–0.6%est.
Rosa canina seed oilA plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishesMedium~0.1–0.3%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
2 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Crithmum maritimum extractAn algae extract that might have anti-oxidant properties3/5~0.35–0.8%est.
Coconut alkanesAn emollient that helps soften the skin2/5~5.8–8.6%est.

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Ingredients

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C13-15 alkane~23–35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps dissolve other ingredients in the formula

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Coconut alkanes~5.8–8.6%
Key activeComedogenic 2/5Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Limnanthes alba seed oil~4.6–6.9%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient

More about Limnanthes alba seed oil
Dipentaerythrityl hexacaprylate/hexacaprate~3.4–5.1%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing
More about Dipentaerythrityl hexacaprylate/hexacaprate
Coco-caprylate/caprate~2.9–4.3%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~2.2–3.4%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Cyclodextrin~1.5–2.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of sugar that is used to support delivery of active ingredients and can enhance their penetration into the skin without disrupting the skin's barrier

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Potassium hydroxide~1.3–1.9%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to adjust the pH level of products

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Oligosaccharide fatty acid esters (osmv)
Not recognized
Rubus idaeus seed oil~1.1–1.7%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin

More about Rubus idaeus seed oil
Prunus domestica seed oil~0.85–1.3%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Prunus domestica seed oil
Serenoa serrulata fruit extract~0.55–1.25%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might help calm down inflammation in skin but evidence of effectiveness is lacking

More about Serenoa serrulata fruit extract
Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.45–1.05%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Pongamia glabra seed oil~0.4–0.95%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Lupinus albus seed oil~0.4–0.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Lupinus albus seed oil
Astragalus membranaceus root extract~0.4–0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Astragalus membranaceus root extract
Crithmum maritimum extract~0.35–0.8%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An algae extract that might have anti-oxidant properties

More about Crithmum maritimum extract
Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.4–0.9%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingEvens skin toneMoisturizing

A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate
Apium graveolens seed extract~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidation
More about Apium graveolens seed extract
Linum usitatissimum seed extract~0.2–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Linum usitatissimum seed extract
Spilanthes acmella flower/leaf/stem extract~0.2–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Spilanthes acmella flower/leaf/stem extract
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.3–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation

More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oil
Sesamum indicum seed oil~0.3–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function

More about Sesamum indicum seed oil
Nigella sativa seed oil~0.2–0.75%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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 oil
Helianthus annuus extract~0.3–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Helianthus annuus extract
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-blemishAntibacterialAnti-oxidation

Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating

More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
Avena sativa kernel extract~0.3–0.7%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationMoisturizingReduces rednessAnti-oxidation

An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties

More about Avena sativa kernel extract
Beta-sitosterol~0.3–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated

More about Beta-sitosterol
Ubiquinone~0.15–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-aging

Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen

More about Ubiquinone
Bacillus ferment~0.15–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A product of bacterial fermentation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

More about Bacillus ferment
Sorbitan trioleate~0.15–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
More about Sorbitan trioleate
Tocopherol~0.1–0.5%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

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 Tocopherol
Oryza sativa bran extract~0.1–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to thicken the product consistency

More about Oryza sativa bran extract
Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.15–0.65%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties

More about Argania spinosa kernel oil
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.15–0.6%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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.

More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oil
Rosa canina seed oil~0.1–0.3%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishes

More about Rosa canina seed oil
Ingredient list view

C13-15 alkane, Coconut alkanes, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Dipentaerythrityl hexacaprylate/hexacaprate, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cyclodextrin, Potassium hydroxide, Unknown, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Prunus domestica seed oil, Serenoa serrulata fruit extract, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Pongamia glabra seed oil, Lupinus albus seed oil, Astragalus membranaceus root extract, Crithmum maritimum extract, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Apium graveolens seed extract, Linum usitatissimum seed extract, Spilanthes acmella flower/leaf/stem extract, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Nigella sativa seed oil, Helianthus annuus extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Avena sativa kernel extract, Beta-sitosterol, Ubiquinone, Bacillus ferment, Sorbitan trioleate, Tocopherol, Oryza sativa bran extract, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Rosa canina seed oil

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.

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    Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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    Chemical and nutritional evaluation ofPongamia glabra oil andAcacia auriculaeformis oillink.springer.com
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