Urban Decay Quickfix Hydracharge Prep Spray
Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Carnitine + 5 moreWorks well
“The hydrating, soothing, pore reducing primer spray visibly reduces the appearance of pores, brightens and smooths skin while also replacing lost moisture too.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Niacinamide, Glycolic acid + 3 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
ExfoliationSide benefit · Glycolic acid, Zinc gluconate + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Glycolic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid, niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Niacinamide, Glycolic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Parfum + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Hamamelis virginiana water~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterNiacinamide~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePropanediol~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCocos nucifera water~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Cocos nucifera waterGlycereth-5 lactate~1.7–2.6%
Peg-35 castor oil~1.4–2.1%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaffeine~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineDimethicone peg-7 phosphate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Dimethicone peg-7 phosphateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.55–1.3%
- 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 triglycerideGlycolic acid~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidBisabolol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololParfum~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCarnitine~0.9–1.35%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.6%
Zinc gluconate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateMagnesium aspartate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin
More about Magnesium aspartateLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateBenzyl benzoate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateCoumarin~0.05–0.2%
Copper gluconate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Water, Hamamelis virginiana water, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Cocos nucifera water, Glycereth-5 lactate, Peg-35 castor oil, Phenoxyethanol, Caffeine, Dimethicone peg-7 phosphate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycolic acid, Bisabolol, Parfum, Carnitine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Zinc gluconate, Magnesium aspartate, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Benzyl benzoate, Coumarin, Copper gluconate, Benzyl alcohol
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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.
| Urban DecayQuickfix Hydracharge Prep SprayYOUR PRODUCT | TONYMOLYFirst Essence | e.l.f. CosmeticsPure Skin Toner | Farm StayDermacube Probiotics Therapy Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 84% | 84% |
| Price | — | $32.87 | — | $23.49 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Phytosphingosine | Salicylic Acid |
| 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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