Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of 3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum versus Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus .
Last updated on January 23, 2024. Published on January 14, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum 23 ingredients
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus 25 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum 23 ingredients
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus 25 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum 23 ingredients
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus 25 ingredients
Water • Peg-8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides • Propanediol • Propylene Glycol • Olive Oil Peg-8 Esters • Dipropylene Glycol • Glycerin • Bakuchiol • Inulin • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Boswellia Serrata Gum • Parfum • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Lactic Acid • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Centella Asiatica Extract • Caprylyl Glycol • Xanthan Gum • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Citrus Limon Fruit Water • Propanediol • Methylpropanediol • Glycerin • Centella Asiatica Extract • Niacinamide • Bakuchiol • Ceramide 3 • Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Lecithin • Sclerotium Gum • Water • Pullulan • Xanthan Gum • Caprylyl Glycol • Silica • Tocopherol • Citric Acid • Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Anisate • Parfum • Benzyl Salicylate • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
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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. 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!
Learn more about Water3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus contains this as ingredient number 13.
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.
Learn more about Propanediol3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Learn more about Glycerin3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus contains this as ingredient number 4.
Bakuchiol is a plant-derived antioxidant (it's vegan!). It is often called the replacement for retinol although it is not part of the same family.
It has similar effects as retinol: skin smoothing, reducing discoloration, and preventing wrinkles. It does not cause as much irritation as traditional retinoids.
Bakuchiol works by breaking down free radicals and stimulating collagen production in skin.
Combining bakuchiol with retinol will not have adverse side effects. Studies show using them will just boost the benefits. Bakuchiol is also found to help stabilize retinol.
While bakuchiol does not make the skin more sun sensitive, we recommend wearing SPF on a daily basis.
Read more about traditional retinol
Learn more about Bakuchiol3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus contains this as ingredient number 7.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about Parfum3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus contains this as ingredient number 23.
Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.
The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.
Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.
This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica Extract3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus contains this as ingredient number 5.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus contains this as ingredient number 16.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus contains this as ingredient number 15.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium Sorbate3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus contains this as ingredient number 21.
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3INA The Bakuchiol Purple Serum 23 ingredients
Camaleon Cosmetics Bakuchiol Serum / Retinol Like Ultra Plus 25 ingredients
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