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MoisturizingGlycerin, Sodium pca + 5 moreWorks
“Illuminating Mist”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium pca.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Citrus reticulata fruit extract, Citrus aurantium amara fruit extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.7–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium pca~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaMica~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCi 77891~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylyl glycol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCi 77491~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Hydrolyzed caesalpinia spinosa gum~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps softent the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Hydrolyzed caesalpinia spinosa gumCitrus reticulata fruit extract~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium amara fruit extract~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium sinensis peel extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Silica~0.55–1.25%
Caesalpinia spinosa gum~0.35–0.8%
Salvia sclarea extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Salvia sclarea extractSodium benzoate~0.1–0.4%
Ascorbic acid~0.1–0.35%
- 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 acidCitric acid~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLactic acid~0.05–0.15%
- 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 acidCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Sodium pca, Mica, Ci 77891, Caprylyl glycol, Ci 77491, Hydrolyzed caesalpinia spinosa gum, Citrus reticulata fruit extract, Citrus aurantium amara fruit extract, Citrus aurantium sinensis peel extract, Silica, Caesalpinia spinosa gum, Salvia sclarea extract, Sodium benzoate, Ascorbic acid, Citric acid, Lactic acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Potassium sorbate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Sienna XIlluminating MistYOUR PRODUCT | Drunk ElephantSweet Biome Fermented Sake Spray | NeogenisisMOISTURIZING MIST | ZelensPROVITAMIN D Fortifying Facial Mist | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 45% | 44% |
| Price | — | $42.00 | $49.00 | $74.96 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Estée Lauder Micro Essence - Aquaceutical MistMad Hippie Hydrating Nutrient Mist
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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