Aminu The Perfectionist Skin Perfecting Serum Versus Eminence Organics Bright Skin Licorice Root Booster-Serum
Updated on October 14, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for 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, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Aminu The Perfectionist Skin Perfecting Serum 29 ingredients
Eminence Organics Bright Skin Licorice Root Booster-Serum 34 ingredients
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Aminu The Perfectionist Skin Perfecting Serum 29 ingredients
Eminence Organics Bright Skin Licorice Root Booster-Serum 34 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Pinus Pinaster Bark Water
EmollientNiacinamide
Smoothing
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventAzelamidopropyl Dimethyl Amine
AntimicrobialAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientFerula Assa Foetida Gum Extract
Perfuming
Picea Mariana Leaf Oil
Masking
Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningRubus Idaeus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Cinnamomum Cassia Extract
Skin ConditioningOak Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenylpropanol
Masking
Beta Vulgaris Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Pinus Pinaster Bark Water, Niacinamide, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Methylpropanediol, Azelamidopropyl Dimethyl Amine, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Ferula Assa Foetida Gum Extract, Picea Mariana Leaf Oil, Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract, Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Cinnamomum Cassia Extract, Oak Root Extract, Phenylpropanol, Beta Vulgaris Root Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Hyaluronic Acid, Citric Acid
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSalivary Gland Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingPrimula Veris Extract
Skin ConditioningAlchemilla Vulgaris Extract
AstringentVeronica Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Potato Tuber Extract
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Salicylate
Preservative
Copper Chlorophyll
Cosmetic ColorantPimpinella Anisum Fruit Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Melilotus Officinalis Herb Oil
Perfuming
Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
SoothingCamphor
Masking
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningLycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
AstringentTapioca Starch
Thioctic Acid
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Salivary Gland Extract, Glycerin, Malt Extract, Primula Veris Extract, Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract, Veronica Officinalis Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Potato Tuber Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Sodium Salicylate, Copper Chlorophyll, Pimpinella Anisum Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Melilotus Officinalis Herb Oil, Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Camphor, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Water, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Tapioca Starch, Thioctic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Achillea Millefolium Extract comes from the yarrow plant. Yarrow is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.
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.
Learn more about Xanthan GumCitrus Limon Fruit Extract comes from lemons. While lemon extract is exfoliating and antimicrobial, it can also cause skin sensitivity.
Lemons contains antioxidants, which may help with anti-aging. They are also rich in citric acid, an AHA.
And of course, lemons are rich in Vitamin C. Vitamin C helps with skin-brightening and increasing collagen production.
The acidity of lemons may work as an astringent for acne.
However, lemons can also cause skin sensitivity due to its limonene content. It can also increase photosensitivity, or sensitivity to the sun.
This ingredient is also used to add a lemon scent to products.
Learn more about Citrus Limon Fruit ExtractGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlycyrrhiza 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 ExtractWe don't have a description for Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract yet.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoatePotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateIngredient Ratings
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