A'Pieu Madecassoside Cream 2x Versus Il Makiage Power Lift Plumping Cream
Updated on January 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
A'Pieu Madecassoside Cream 2x 31 ingredients
Il Makiage Power Lift Plumping Cream 30 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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A'Pieu Madecassoside Cream 2x 31 ingredients
Il Makiage Power Lift Plumping Cream 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Centella Asiatica Leaf Water
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSodium Chloride
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil
Masking
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Juniperus Mexicana Oil
Masking
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Limonene
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Glycerin, Phenyl Trimethicone, Propanediol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Chloride, Hydroxyacetophenone, Madecassoside, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Adenosine, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Disodium EDTA, Asiaticoside, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Madecassic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Limonene, Citral, Geraniol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientXylitol
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Glucose
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantPhaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propanediol, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Xylitylglucoside, Hydroxyacetophenone, Anhydroxylitol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xylitol, Parfum, Adenosine, Glucose, Disodium EDTA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Soluble Collagen, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, CI 42090, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Retinol, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
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 PropanediolChances 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.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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