Smith & Cult Glow Brite Radiance Boosting Primer
Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 6 moreWorks
“The cool & refreshing gel-serum formula calms & hydrates the skin with hyaluronic acid & purple orchid extract.”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Menthyl lactate, Zingiber officinale root extract + 4 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~45–55%
Glycerin~4.7–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideButylene glycol~3–3.7%
- 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 glycolDimethicone~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeEthylhexyl palmitate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitatePolysorbate 20~1.7–2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIsododecane~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneMica~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCalcium aluminum borosilicate~0.8–1.15%
Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerSilica~0.9–1.1%
Carbomer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.45–0.7%
Disodium edta~0.45–0.65%
Sodium hydroxide~0.4–0.6%
Polysorbate 60~0.4–0.6%
Isohexadecane~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneSorbitan isostearate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerMenthyl lactate~0.25–0.5%
Benzimidazole diamond amidoethyl urea carbamoyl propyl polymethylsilsesquioxane~0.3–0.55%
Zingiber officinale root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractTocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.5%
- 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 acetateTin oxide~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideOpuntia ficus-indica stem extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidOrchis mascula extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLinalool~0.2–0.35%
Benzyl salicylate~0.15–0.3%
Limonene~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCi 17200~0.15–0.3%
Ci 60730~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77891~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Butylene glycol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Isododecane, Mica, Calcium aluminum borosilicate, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Silica, Carbomer, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Polysorbate 60, Isohexadecane, Sorbitan isostearate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Menthyl lactate, Benzimidazole diamond amidoethyl urea carbamoyl propyl polymethylsilsesquioxane, Zingiber officinale root extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Tin oxide, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract, Citric acid, Orchis mascula extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Parfum, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Limonene, Ci 17200, Ci 60730, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide
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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.
| Smith & CultGlow Brite Radiance Boosting PrimerYOUR PRODUCT | MilaniSkin Quench Hydrating Face Primer | SmashboxPhoto Finish Illuminate Glow Primer Silkscreen Complex | jane iredaleSmooth Affair Illuminating Glow Face Primer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 41% |
| Price | — | $8.99 | $39.58 | $25.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 | 4 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Allantoin | Niacinamide | Arginine |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Low |
| 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Tin(IV) Oxide as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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