Aiken Vita-C Brightening Serum Versus Y.O.U Radiance White Nourishing Serum
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
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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Ingredient Info
Aiken Vita-C Brightening Serum 16 ingredients
Y.O.U Radiance White Nourishing Serum 31 ingredients
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Aiken Vita-C Brightening Serum 16 ingredients
Y.O.U Radiance White Nourishing Serum 31 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Methylpropanediol
SolventAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglycerin-10
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Oat Protein
Skin ConditioningGlycine Max Polypeptide
Skin Conditioning
Troxerutin
Skin ConditioningTremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium Phosphate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Hibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAroma
Water, Propylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Polyglycerin-10, 1,2-Hexanediol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract, Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Hydrolyzed Oat Protein, Glycine Max Polypeptide, Troxerutin, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Disodium Phosphate, Citric Acid, Hibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract, Disodium EDTA, Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Aroma
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateDisodium 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 EDTACitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidPeg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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