Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum Versus AnteAGE® MD The Brightener
Updated on June 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide, peptides and Vitamin E
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, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum 41 ingredients
AnteAGE® MD The Brightener 41 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum 41 ingredients
AnteAGE® MD The Brightener 41 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Lactobacillus/Ganoderma Lucidum Extract/Lentinus Edodes Extract Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventTranexamic Acid
Astringent
Glycerin
Humectant
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Palmaria Palmata Extract
Skin ProtectingAsparagopsis Armata Extract
Skin ProtectingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Pancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Pea
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientBisabolol
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Arginine/Lysine Polypeptide
Skin Conditioning
Glucose
Humectant
Pentapeptide-34 Trifluoroacetate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientC14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantC12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingPropanediol
Solvent
Sorbitan Caprylate
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Phytate
Sodium Succinate
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Niacinamide, Lactobacillus/Ganoderma Lucidum Extract/Lentinus Edodes Extract Ferment Filtrate, C13-15 Alkane, Tranexamic Acid, Glycerin, Alpha-Arbutin, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Palmaria Palmata Extract, Asparagopsis Armata Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Hydrolyzed Pea, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Bisabolol, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Arginine/Lysine Polypeptide, Glucose, Pentapeptide-34 Trifluoroacetate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, C14-22 Alcohols, Xanthan Gum, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Propanediol, Sorbitan Caprylate, Carbomer, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Succinate, Sodium Chloride, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Cetearyl Phosphate
Skin Conditioning
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Squalane
Emollient
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Polyacrylate-13
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Acetyl Zingerone
Antioxidant
Hexylresorcinol
Antimicrobial
Bisabolol
Masking
Ethyl Linoleate
Emollient
Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane
Antioxidant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Acetyl Cysteine
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Nonapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-62
Antioxidant
Sh-Polypeptide-3
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-10
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-14
Skin Protecting
Sh-Polypeptide-66
Antioxidant
Sh-Polypeptide-67
Antioxidant
Sh-Polypeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-58
Emollient
Sh-Oligopeptide-33
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
Humectant
Mannitol
Humectant
Polyisobutene
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Lonicera Caprifolium Extract
AstringentLonicera Japonica Callus Extract
Skin ProtectingLactic Acid
Buffering
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, Cetearyl Phosphate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Squalane, Acetyl Glucosamine, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyacrylate-13, Alpha-Arbutin, Butylene Glycol, Acetyl Zingerone, Hexylresorcinol, Bisabolol, Ethyl Linoleate, Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Acetyl Cysteine, Tocopherol, Nonapeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-5, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-62, Sh-Polypeptide-3, Sh-Polypeptide-10, Sh-Polypeptide-14, Sh-Polypeptide-66, Sh-Polypeptide-67, Sh-Polypeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-58, Sh-Oligopeptide-33, Trehalose, Mannitol, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Lonicera Caprifolium Extract, Lonicera Japonica Callus Extract, Lactic Acid
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 WaterNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about NiacinamideTranexamic Acid is best used for treating hyperpigmentation, discoloration, and melasma. It can also help build a stronger skin barrier.
Once applied, Tranexamic Acid starts decreasing inflammation from UV exposure. Tranexamic Acid also prevents our skin cells from meeting the pigment production cells.
Its brightening property makes it great at reducing the appearance of acne scars and marks.
Fun fact: Tranexamic Acid is also a medication used to reduce heavy bleeding.
This acid is derived from lysine, an amino acid.
Learn more about Tranexamic AcidAlpha-Arbutin is made from hydroquinone and glucose. It may also be derived from the fermentation of soybeans.
This ingredient an antioxidant, meaning it helps protect your skin cells against damage.
Studies show this ingredient helps improve hyperpigmentation and fade discoloration.
Alpha-Arbutin may be used with other ingredients that help with hyperpigmentation. These ingredients include retinol, Vitamin C, niacinamide, and tranexamic acid.
Learn more about Alpha-ArbutinButylene 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 GlycolGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Learn more about Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractBisabolol is famous for its skin soothing properties. It does this by blocking inflammatory signals, helping to reduce your body's reaction to irritation.
This ingredient also interferes with the process of hyperpigmentation. This can help with reducing dark spots and uneven tone.
Bisabolol is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. By fighting these free-radicals, Bisabolol may slow down signs of aging.
Studies have shown Bisabolol to have antimicrobial properties and may be a fungicide. These properties help preserve a product's shelf life.
All these properties makes bisabolol a great skin barrier helper ingredient.
Bisabolol also helps the absorption of other ingredients.
Note: Synthetic Bisabolol has been shown to be less effective.
Learn more about BisabololTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
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Allies of Skin Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum 41 ingredients
AnteAGE® MD The Brightener 41 ingredients
