Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Cetearyl alcohol + 5 moreWorks
“Hyaluronic acid helps to plump the skin and maintain healthy moisture levels. Intended for all skin types.”
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Phenol, Parfum + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.5–5.2%
- 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 glycolPentylene glycol~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPeg/ppg-8/3 diisostearate~2–2.9%
Cetearyl alcohol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholBis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silaneCocos nucifera fruit juice~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa germ extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panicum miliaceum sprout extract~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorghum vulgare seed/skin/stalk extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycine max seed extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateHyaluronic acid~0.2–0.8%
- 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 polyacrylate~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateCetearyl glucoside~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideGlyceryl stearate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateDisodium edta~0.15–0.55%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.1–0.5%
- 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 crosspolymerTromethamine~0.1–0.45%
Xanthan gum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPhenol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A harsh exfoliant and preservative. It is banned from using in cosmetics in the EU
More about PhenolPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Sodium dehydroacetate~0.05–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeCitronellol~0.01–0.1%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Peg/ppg-8/3 diisostearate, Cetearyl alcohol, Bis-peg-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, Cocos nucifera fruit juice, Oryza sativa germ extract, Panicum miliaceum sprout extract, Sorghum vulgare seed/skin/stalk extract, Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract, Glycine max seed extract, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Hyaluronic acid, Sodium polyacrylate, Cetearyl glucoside, Glyceryl stearate, Disodium edta, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Xanthan gum, Phenol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium dehydroacetate, Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal
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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.
| WEIFive Sacred Grains Vital Glow Milky SerumYOUR PRODUCT | FOREOSUPERCHARGED Triple-Action Firming Serum | COSRX5 PDRN Collagen Intense Vitalizing Serum | DelaromFace Lifting Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 45% | 45% |
| Price | — | $69.90 | $19.99 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate | Niacinamide | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"WEI - Five Sacred Grains Vital Glow Milky Serum" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 3.90% - 5.80% and hyaluronic acid 0.20% - 0.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 34.00$ in the United States.
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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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