Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid Versus Glossier Futuredew

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid versus Glossier Futuredew .

Last updated on January 11, 2024. Published on January 16, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid

Glossier Futuredew

Serum British Brand United Kingdom

Serum American Brand United States

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

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Ingredient Info

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid 21 ingredients

Glossier Futuredew 29 ingredients

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

At a glance

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid 21 ingredients

Glossier Futuredew 29 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (4)

Reduces Irritation

Anti-Aging

Scar Healing

Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying

Acne Trigger

Irritating

Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Exfoliators

Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (3)

Reduces Irritation

Scar Healing

Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying

Acne Trigger

Rosacea

Eczema

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid 21 ingredients

Glossier Futuredew 29 ingredients

Water • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Glycerin • Squalane • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Propanediol • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Octyldodecanol • Oenothera Biennis Oil • Sodium Chloride • Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil • Hydrogenated Castor Oil • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylyl Glycol • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Propylene Carbonate • Tocopherol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Citric Acid • Sodium Hydroxide

Water • Glycerin • Squalane • Isoamyl Laurate • Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate • Butylene Glycol • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Propanediol • Isohexadecane • 1,2-Hexanediol • Oenothera Biennis Oil • Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Rosa Canina Fruit Oil • Polyglyceryl-6 Pentaoleate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Evodia Rutaecarpa Fruit Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Ricinus Communis Seed Oil • Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Hydroxyacetophenone • Sodium Chloride • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Propylene Carbonate • Tin Oxide • Mica • CI 77891 • CI 77491

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Water

What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 1.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 1.

Glycerin

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 3.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 2.

Squalane

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Loved

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.

Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.

Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).

In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.

The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.

Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.

Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.

Read more about squalene with an "e".

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 4.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 3.

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Mixed

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.

The components of grape seeds have many skin benefits. Research has found it to be antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. It also contains many potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E , Vitamin C, proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. Proanthocyanidin has been shown to help even out skin tone.

Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. Grape seed extract may help reduce the signs of aging.

The antimicrobial properties of grape seed may help treat acne. However, more research is needed to support this claim.

Grape seed has also been found to help absorb UV rays. Grape seed extract should not replace your sunscreen.

The fatty acids of grape seed oil give it emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by creating a film. This film traps moisture within, keeping your skin hydrated.

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 5.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 13.

Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate

What it does: Emulsifying

Community Rating: Very Disliked

This ingredient is an emulsifier. It is created from Polyglycerin-3 and Ricinoleic Acid.

As an emulsifier, it prevents waters and oils from separating. According to a manufacturer this ingredient is fully biodegradable.

This ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis due to its Ricinoleic Acid base. Ricinoleic Acid is a fatty acid derived from castor oil.

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 6.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 5.

Propanediol

What it does: Solvent

Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 7.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 8.

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Mixed

This ingredient is the fixed oil extracted from seeds of the desert shrub Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil. The seed oil is liquid wax ester from the plant. It is non-comedogenic.

Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient. Jojoba contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical damage. This may help in anti-aging.

Jojoba seed oil is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some bacteria. It has also been shown to help in wound healing. Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns.

It is found to be similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. Jojoba oil may even help with regulating sebum production.

Although jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, we recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have any concerns.

Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Jojoba is native to the southwestern US.

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 8.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 7.

Oenothera Biennis Oil

What it does: Emollient

Community Rating: Mixed

Oenothera Biennis Oil is the fixed oil derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose.

Evening primrose oil is rich in fatty acids. These fatty acids include linoleic (60-85%), oleic (5-12%), palmitic (4-10%), and stearic (2-4%).

The fatty acid composition makes it a great ingredient for soothing and moisturizing skin. However, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne safe.

Further research is needed on the role of evening primrose in treating eczema.

Evening primrose is native to North America.

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 10.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 11.

Sodium Chloride

What it does: Masking

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.

You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.

There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.

The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.

Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 11.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 23.

Hydrogenated Castor Oil

What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Disliked

Hydrogenated Castor Oil is created by adding hydrogen to castor oil. This helps stabilize the castor oil and raises the melting point. At room temperature, hydrogenated castor oil is solid.

Castor Oil helps moisturize the skin. It is rich in a fatty acid called ricinoleic acid. This fatty acid helps prevent moisture loss on the skin. This helps keep your skin soft and hydrated. Ricinoleic acid also has anti-inflammatory and pain reducing properties.

As a wax-like substance, Hydrogenated Castor Oil acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin stay soft and smooth by creating a barrier. This barrier helps trap moisture.

Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional.

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 13.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 21.

1,2-Hexanediol

What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 14.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 10.

Disteardimonium Hectorite

What it does: Stabilising

Community Rating: Disliked

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.

Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 16.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 24.

Propylene Carbonate

What it does: Solvent

This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.

Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.

Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.

Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.

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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid contains this as ingredient number 17.

Glossier Futuredew contains this as ingredient number 25.

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