Glow Recipe Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask

Glow Recipe Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask
4.7
/ 10
Moisturizing
9.4 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
0.3Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants
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Review

Results you may expect from using Glow Recipe Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Glow Recipe Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 4.7 out of 10.
  • Little anti-wrinkle effect: Glow Recipe Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask has an anti-wrinkle rating of 0.3 out of 10, so you may expect a positive, although insignificant, effect on wrinkles.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Glow Recipe Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask has a moisturizing rating of 4.7 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Purely humectant. It has zero occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list) and a very high humectancy of 9.4 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Sodium Hyaluronate (est. ≈2.5%), Glycerin (est. ≈2.4%) and Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Juice (est. ≈2.0%).

Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Glow Recipe Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask has a minimal anti-wrinkle rating of 0.3 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Glycolic Acid (est. ≈1.0%),
 highly effective in peelings, yet with below-average anti-wrinkle efficacy when used in leave-on skincare products.
 
Among others, Glow Recipe Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask also contains Beta-Glucan, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Beta-Glucan provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does not contribute to the anti-wrinkle rating.
 
Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver additional anti-wrinkle efficacy through its moisturizing action.
 

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Glow Recipe Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Sodium Hyaluronate (est. ≈2.5%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
80
2.5
2.4
2.3
2.2
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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Ratings

All humectants
9.4
2.5
2.4
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
4.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 9.4 10
9.4
2.5
2.4
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
4.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2.5
2.4
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 9.4 10
9.4
All humectants
9.4
2.5
2.4
2
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
None
All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
1.5 /10 5 1 0.3
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0.3
Glycolic Acid
0.3
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
1.5 /10
when present at, %
5
in this formula, est. %
1
Beta-Glucan
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0.3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 3.7 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
3.7
Sodium Hyaluronate
2.5
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
0.3
Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract
0.3
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
0.3
Beta-Glucan
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.9 5 No
All soothing
0.9
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %80
Function
Origin
The most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Glycerin
Est. %2.4
Function
Origin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract
Est. %2.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Simethicone
Est. %2.2
Function
Origin
A synthetic foam reducing agent that imparts a dry, cushiony aesthetic.
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Juice
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Silica
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
A widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
Propanediol
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
An excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Glycolic Acid
Est. %1
Function
Origin

The second most used AHA (after lactic acid) known for its potent exfoliating and smoothing effects. It increases skin cell turnover, which is beneficial for treating acne. When used in peels, glycolic acid has confirmed anti-wrinkle efficacy, though it is less effective in leave-on products like creams and serums.

Lactic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
The most popular AHA in skincare and less irritating than glycolic acid. It can be naturally found in sour milk. It is a humectant moisturizing, pH stabilizing, and gently exfoliating ingredient, able to soften dry, cracked, and peeling skin.
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A pomegranate fruit extract that contains antioxidant polyphenols and a rare emollient punicic acid. It is aimed at dry, irritated skin.
Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An extract from bananas that has a variety of astringent and antioxidant phenolic compounds and that has a sweet, fruity aroma.
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A soothing extract obtained from a hybrid species of tree peony that contains various active compounds such as astringent tannins, terpenes, and paeonols.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An extract from the licorice root. It contains a well-researched anti-inflammatory compound called glycyrrhizin that can reduce inflammation. Licorice root extract is also used for its powerful antioxidant effects and ability to treat pigmentation.
Brassica Oleracea Capitata (Cabbage) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Ipomoea Batatas Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Betaine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An ingredient derived from the sucrose in sugar beets. It has a negative chemical charge and a positive chemical charge on the same molecule. This allows betaine to be hygroscopic or humectant and thus provide moisturization by drawing water to the skin.
Beta-Glucan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A special polysaccharide obtained from cereals, mushrooms, yeast, bacteria, and some species of seaweed. It is a promising anti-wrinkle, wound healing, antioxidant, and moisturizing ingredient.
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A naturally-derived thickener that can form clear gel textures without the slimy feeling, unlike some other natural gel-formers.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
An effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Under trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.