The Hero Project Glow Drops Dry Touch Facial Oil + Vitamin C
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1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingArgania spinosa kernel oil, Cannabis sativa seed oil + 3 moreGood evidence
“Infused with a lush, moreish scent and instantly absorbed, the harmonic blend of ten botanic essential oils as well as Argan and Hemp Seed Oils work together to infuse skin with moisture and goodness, smoothing the look of imperfections and signs of fatigue.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, plukenetia volubilis seed oil.
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).
Evens skin toneTetrahexyldecyl ascorbateWeak evidence
“Unlock the secret to gorgeous, glowing skin with Glow Drops ® from The Hero Project ; an ultra-silky, dry touch facial oil that seeks to brighten and nourish your complexion in one simple step.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 strong irritants: Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Rosa damascena flower oil + 10 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~23–34%
- 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 triglycerideCannabis sativa seed oil~6.2–9.2%
- 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 oilPlukenetia volubilis seed oil~5–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that works as a good moisturizer by softening the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin and reducing blemishes due to the large content of linoleic acid
More about Plukenetia volubilis seed oilArgania spinosa kernel oil~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbatePelargonium graveolens flower oil~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilRosa damascena flower oil~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilVetiveria zizanoides root oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Origanum majorana leaf oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Daucus carota sativa seed oil~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
More about Daucus carota sativa seed oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.55–1.3%
Linalool~0.5–1.1%
Citrus grandis peel oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilGeraniol~0.2–0.75%
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilLimonene~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCedrus atlantica bark oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citronellol~0.1–0.4%
Citral~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cannabis sativa seed oil, Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Origanum majorana leaf oil, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Linalool, Citrus grandis peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Geraniol, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Limonene, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Citronellol, Citral
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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.
| The Hero ProjectGlow Drops Dry Touch Facial Oil + Vitamin CYOUR PRODUCT | BloomeffectsRoyal Tulip Vitamin C Facial Oil | Cirem SkincareMending Moon Moonglow Face Oil | Glowbiotics MDGlowbiotics Advanced Anti-Aging Replenishing Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 59% | 56% |
| Price | $32.10 | $85.00+$52.90 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Prickly Pear Seed Oil | Bakuchiol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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