The Chemistry Brand Glow Oil
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingAcetyl hexapeptide-1, Dextran + 4 moreStrong evidence
“Fast-absorbing hydrating dry body oil offers golden radiance right away while our DHA-free raspberry-based keto-sugar forms a lasting glow after 2-3 days of use.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": dextran, glycerin.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-1
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Superoxide dismutaseStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (superoxide dismutase) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Acetyl hexapeptide-1Moderate evidence
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-1. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinErythrulose~3.6–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Olive oil peg-7 esters~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Olive oil peg-7 estersPeg-10 sunflower glycerides~2–3%
Peg-16 macadamia glycerides~1.7–2.5%
Propanediol~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPentylene glycol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolTitanium dioxide~1.3–2%
- 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 dioxideMica~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaDimethyl isosorbide~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbidePpg-26-buteth-26~0.4–0.95%
Acetyl hexapeptide-1~0.35–0.8%
- 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 Acetyl hexapeptide-1Superoxide dismutase~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An antioxidant enzyme that is naturally present in skin. It can help support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin. It is used in topical medications for inflammatory skin conditions including atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. There are three types of natural Superoxide Dismutase in human skin. The compound used in topical treatments and cosmetics are mimics of typically one of these natural variants
More about Superoxide dismutasePolypodium vulgare rhizome extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetraria islandica thallus extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sphagnum magellanicum extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dextran~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
More about DextranCitric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhytic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilEthoxydiglycol~0.1–0.3%
Tin oxide~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Erythrulose, Olive oil peg-7 esters, Peg-10 sunflower glycerides, Peg-16 macadamia glycerides, Propanediol, Pentylene glycol, Titanium dioxide, Mica, Dimethyl isosorbide, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Acetyl hexapeptide-1, Superoxide dismutase, Polypodium vulgare rhizome extract, Cetraria islandica thallus extract, Sphagnum magellanicum extract, Dextran, Citric acid, Phytic acid, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Ethoxydiglycol, Tin oxide, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| The Chemistry BrandGlow OilYOUR PRODUCT | Hand ChemistryGlow-Oil | Peter Thomas RothFace Care Wrinkle Resist Eye Cream | Nannette De GaspéElixir Noir Face Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 64% | 60% | 57% |
| Price | $20.00 | — | — | $245.00+$225.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Citrulline | Tripeptide-1 | Oatmeal Extract |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"The Chemistry Brand - Glow Oil" is effective for: Anti-oxidation and Moisturizing
This moisturizer could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (acetyl hexapeptide-1 0.30% - 0.75%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Price
The product retails from 28.00$ up to 49.00$ in the United States, for 37.00CA$ in Canada, for 40.00A$ in Australia and for 20.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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