Wander Beauty Hidden Glow Brightening Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid, MadecassosideStrong evidence
“Elderberry extract is rich in vitamin A which helps diminish the appearance of dark spots and fine lines.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: ascorbic acid.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: madecassoside.
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.
Anti-agingAscorbic acid, Adenosine + 2 moreStrong evidence
“Enriched with centella asiatica extract, adenosine and elderberry extract to provide anti-ageing benefits, it helps improve your skin's appearance over time.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains ascorbic acid, adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica extract, madecassoside.
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Ascorbic acid, Madecassoside + 7 moreStrong evidence
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbic acid, madecassoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - camellia japonica flower extract, centella asiatica extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Madecassoside, Glycerin + 9 moreStrong evidence
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, butylene glycol.
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.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: madecassoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia oil, Lavandula hybrida oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerAdenosine~5.1–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineAscorbic acid~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidAureobasidium pullulans ferment~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~2.7–4.1%
- 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 glycolCamellia japonica flower extract~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Camellia japonica flower extractCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.7–2.5%
- 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 triglycerideCarbomer~1.2–1.8%
- 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 CarbomerCentella asiatica extract~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractCyclopentasiloxane~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneDiisostearyl malate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateDimethicone~0.8–1.25%
- 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 DimethiconeDipropylene glycol~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolDisodium edta~0.5–1%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.45–1%
Glycerin~0.45–1.05%
- 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 GlycerinHippophae rhamnoides fruit extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extractHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.4–0.9%
- 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 copolymerIsohexadecane~0.55–1.25%
- 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 IsohexadecaneLavandula angustifolia oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilLavandula hybrida oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilMadecassoside~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosideOenothera biennis flower extract~0.2–0.8%
Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolysorbate 60~0.35–0.75%
Polysorbate 80~0.3–0.75%
Potassium hydroxide~0.3–0.75%
Rubus fruticosus fruit extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus fruticosus fruit extractSambucus nigra fruit extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that may contain a small amount of essential oils. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Sambucus nigra fruit extractSodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerSorbitan isostearate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateSqualane~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneSynthetic fluorphlogopite~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopiteTin oxide~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideTitanium dioxide~0.2–0.7%
- 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 dioxideVaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractWater~0.15–0.5%
Xanthan gum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIngredient list view
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Adenosine, Ascorbic acid, Aureobasidium pullulans ferment, Butylene glycol, Camellia japonica flower extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Carbomer, Centella asiatica extract, Cyclopentasiloxane, Diisostearyl malate, Dimethicone, Dipropylene glycol, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Isohexadecane, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Lavandula hybrida oil, Madecassoside, Oenothera biennis flower extract, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 60, Polysorbate 80, Potassium hydroxide, Rubus fruticosus fruit extract, Sambucus nigra fruit extract, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Sorbitan isostearate, Squalane, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Tin oxide, Titanium dioxide, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Water, Xanthan gum
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| Wander BeautyHidden Glow Brightening CreamYOUR PRODUCT | K republiqGlass Skin Finishing Glaze | Cellex-CAdvanced C Skin Tightening Cream | K-SECRETCollagen Vita Secret Multi Balm | |
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| Match | — | 72% | 72% | 70% |
| Price | — | — | $78.74 | $23.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 2 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Glycine | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Wander Beauty - Hidden Glow Brightening Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Humectants in this product (glycerin and butylene glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone, squalane, cyclopentasiloxane and diisostearyl malate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 4.60% - 6.90% It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production, neutralizing free radicals in skin and improving pigmentation marks. We recommend to use up this product quickly after opening: Ascorbic Acid degrades fast when it gets in contact with air and light. The moment the product turns orange, it is a sign that a significant share of the vitamin C in it is no longer effective.
- Adenosine 5.10% - 7.60%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Actives derived from an extract of the Centella Asiatica plant (also known as Gotu Kola) - madecassoside 0.30% - 0.70% The Centella Asiatica Actives, even in low concentration, can help reduce inflammation in skin, strengthen the skin barrier and reduce photodamage. They can also help to decrease scarring.
Irritation risk
We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Wander Beauty" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 40.00$ in the United States, for 56.00CA$ in Canada and for 69.00NZ$ in New Zealand.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 21 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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