The Organic Pharmacy Olympia Glow Serum
Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Hyaluronic acidWorks
“Powered by triple molecular weight hyaluronic acid, the serum provides a light and refreshing boost of hydration.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, hyaluronic acid.
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).
Anti-agingHyaluronic acidNot delivered
“It helps to plump the look of fine lines and wrinkles, supporting a smoother, firmer complexion.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - hyaluronic acid - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana flower water, Citrus grandis peel oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Hamamelis virginiana flower water~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant infused water that might help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana flower waterGlycerin~3.3–5%
- 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 GlycerinCarbomer~4.3–6.4%
- 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 CarbomerWater~3.4–5%
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholTitanium dioxide~2.1–3.1%
- 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 dioxideHyaluronic acid~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidSodium hydroxide~0.55–1.35%
Mica~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCitrus grandis peel oil~0.2–0.75%
- 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 oilDehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.4%
Silica~0.15–0.6%
Limonene~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Hamamelis virginiana flower water, Glycerin, Carbomer, Water, Benzyl alcohol, Titanium dioxide, Hyaluronic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Mica, Citrus grandis peel oil, Dehydroacetic acid, Silica, Limonene
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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 Organic PharmacyOlympia Glow SerumYOUR PRODUCT | ZelensYouth Intelligence - Age-Defying Serum | NUXESuper Serum | Awake BeautyDream Dewdrops Hyaluronic Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 42% | 42% |
| Price | — | $170.00 | $66.39 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9 | Niacinamide | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
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