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- jane iredale BeautyPrepHyaluronic Serum
1.8/ 10
1.8
/ 10
Overview
How moisturizing is it? Slightly moisturizing. jane iredale BeautyPrepHyaluronic Serum has a moisturizing rating of 1.8 out of 10.
Is it more humectant or occlusive? Purely humectant. It has a moderate Humectancy of 3.5 out of 10 and zero Occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusives on the ingredient list).
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.
- ALCOHOL-FREE
- SULFATE-FREE
- FRAGRANCE-FREE
- NON-COMEDOGENIC
- PHTHALATE-FREE
- SILICONE-FREE
- PARABEN-FREE
- ESSENTIAL OIL-FREE
- OIL-FREE
Score | Ingredient | Origin | Functions |
|---|---|---|---|
85 | Water | Naturally occurring | Formula Helper |
6 | Hydrolyzed Ulva Lactuca Extract | Botanical | |
4 | Sargassum Muticum Extract | Algae | |
1.5 | Sodium Hyaluronate | Biotech, Animal | Moisturizing (humectant),Antioxidant,Soothing |
1.4 | Glycerin | Botanical, Synthetic, Animal | Moisturizing (humectant),Soothing,Emollient,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
1.3 | Glyceryl Polymethacrylate | Synthetic | Formula Helper |
0.3 | Magnesium Aspartate | Naturally occurring, Synthetic, Animal | |
0.3 | Zinc Gluconate | Naturally occurring, Synthetic | Anti-acne,Soothing,Antimicrobial |
0.3 | Copper Gluconate | Naturally occurring, Synthetic | Anti-wrinkle,Soothing |
0.3 | Hydrolyzed Collagen | Animal | Moisturizing (humectant),Emollient,Formula Helper |
0.3 | Raphanus Sativus (Radish) Root Extract | Botanical | Antioxidant,Astringent |
0.3 | Spirulina Platensis Extract | Algae | Antioxidant,Emollient |
Ingredients explained
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.
Score
1.5
Function
Moisturizing (humectant), Antioxidant, Soothing
Origin
Biotech, Animal
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.
Score
1.4
Function
Moisturizing (humectant), Soothing, Emollient, Fragrance, Denaturant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling
Origin
Botanical, Synthetic, Animal
The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective. Glycerin also has soothing and anti-irritant properties and is considered to be very safe for use.