Aestura A-Cica 365 Soothing Relief Serum pH4.5 Versus Danessa Myricks Beauty 10/10 Barrier Boost HA + Ectoin Plumping Serum
This calming serum is formulated around Niacinamide and Gluconolactone to calm redness and strengthen the skin barrier.
This barrier-repair serum is formulated around Sodium Hyaluronate and Ectoin to strengthen the skin barrier and hydrate skin.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantBetaine
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Gluconolactone
Chelating
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Diethoxyethyl Succinate
SolventTromethamine
BufferingSucrose Stearate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCholesterol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion Stabilising3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Sodium Gluconate
ChelatingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Sodium Trimetaphosphate
BufferingWater, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Betaine, Niacinamide, Gluconolactone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Tromethamine, Sucrose Stearate, Squalane, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Carbomer, Caprylyl Methicone, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cholesterol, Xanthan Gum, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cellulose Gum, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Zinc PCA, Sodium Gluconate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Madecassoside, Sodium Trimetaphosphate
Water
Skin ConditioningIsopentyldiol
Humectant
C9-12 Alkane
SolventDiglycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Octyldodecyl Myristate
EmollientJojoba Esters
Emollient
Isostearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Sodium Gluconate
ChelatingButylene Glycol Cocoate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Sodium Isostearate
CleansingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylcellulose
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Isopentyldiol, C9-12 Alkane, Diglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Jojoba Esters, Isostearyl Alcohol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ectoin, Lactic Acid, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Sodium Gluconate, Butylene Glycol Cocoate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Sodium Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylcellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol
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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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinSodium Gluconate is the sodium salt of gluconic acid. In skincare, its main job is as a chelator.
Chelators grab onto stray metal ions like iron and copper that sneak in through water, raw materials, or manufacturing equipment. This stops them from triggering reactions that cause oils to go rancid, formulas to change color, and actives like vitamin C to fall apart.
This ingredient is often chosen as a biodegradable, gentler-sounding alternative to EDTA. It also pulls double duty as a mild humectant and pH buffer.
Typical use levels sit around 0.1-1% and supplier documents list up to 10% as an acceptable ceiling. Industry data found this ingredient family is mostly used well below 1% in leave on products.
Allergy risk is very low; animal testing has found it to be non-irritating to skin and eyes, mutagenicity assays came back negative, and there are no published reports of allergic contact dermatitis to it.
Learn more about Sodium GluconateSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan 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 Gum
