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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of acne.org AHA + (Glycolic Acid 10%) versus Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on November 11, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

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

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Serum American Brand United States
Serum French Brand France

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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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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Notable Ingredients

AHA
Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

1
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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acne.org AHA + (Glycolic Acid 10%) contains this as ingredient number 1.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

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acne.org AHA + (Glycolic Acid 10%) contains this as ingredient number 3.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.

3
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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acne.org AHA + (Glycolic Acid 10%) contains this as ingredient number 7.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Disliked

Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.

Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.

As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.

In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.

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acne.org AHA + (Glycolic Acid 10%) contains this as ingredient number 9.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.

5
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

acne.org AHA + (Glycolic Acid 10%) contains this as ingredient number 10.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

6
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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acne.org AHA + (Glycolic Acid 10%) contains this as ingredient number 13.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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acne.org AHA + (Glycolic Acid 10%) contains this as ingredient number 17.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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acne.org AHA + (Glycolic Acid 10%) contains this as ingredient number 20.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

35% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
45% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet
42% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
47% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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acne.org AHA + (Glycolic Acid 10%) 20 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 1 rating
Great Value (1) Irritating (1)
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BubbIes

2 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

This stuff WORKS, but it comes at a cost. While very effective, this is also very irritating and sensitizing. I experienced stinging and redness,...

This stuff WORKS, but it comes at a cost. While very effective, this is also very irritating and sensitizing. I experienced stinging and redness, although it’s possible I was using too much.

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum 19 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 6 ratings
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Victoriaglow

3 years ago · Oily Skin
Review

Love this serum
I recently bought this serum and have been using it everyday for three weeks. I am really impressed with the results because it has...

Love this serum
I recently bought this serum and have been using it everyday for three weeks. I am really impressed with the results because it has helped reduce the hyperpigmentation of my acne scars which I’m really happy about since I’ve had them for over a year. Can’t wait to see how my face looks after finishing the bottle. Definetly recommend this to people that have acne scars.

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Piya

10 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

It helps brighten my skin and it's natural with not many harsh chemicals or exfoliants.

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