AMPLE:N Ceramide Shot Ampoule Versus Skin&Lab Barrierderm Milky Serum
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
AMPLE:N Ceramide Shot Ampoule 35 ingredients
Skin&Lab Barrierderm Milky Serum 41 ingredients
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AMPLE:N Ceramide Shot Ampoule 35 ingredients
Skin&Lab Barrierderm Milky Serum 41 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventDiglycerin
HumectantBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Betaine
Humectant
Methyl Gluceth-20
HumectantTrehalose
HumectantOctyldodecanol
EmollientAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Forsythia Suspensa Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingCeramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Arginine
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Brassica Campestris Sterols
Emollient
Cholesterol
Emollient
Ceramide 2
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 1
Skin Conditioning
Xylitylglucoside
HumectantHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAnhydroxylitol
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXylitol
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientMacadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPhytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Diglycerin, Beta-Glucan, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Betaine, Methyl Gluceth-20, Trehalose, Octyldodecanol, Adenosine, Forsythia Suspensa Fruit Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide 3, Arginine, Allantoin, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Cholesterol, Ceramide 2, Ceramide 1, Xylitylglucoside, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Anhydroxylitol, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Xylitol, Caprylyl Glycol, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Cetyl Phosphate, Disodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-26
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningMilk Protein Extract
Glucose
HumectantHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingFructooligosaccharides
HumectantFructose
HumectantTromethamine
BufferingDiphenyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingSodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Serine
MaskingArginine
Masking
Glycine
Buffering
Histidine
HumectantLecithin
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Water, Butylene Glycol, Squalane, Betaine, Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Milk Protein Extract, Glucose, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Tromethamine, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Panthenol, Triethylhexanoin, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Serine, Arginine, Glycine, Histidine, Lecithin, Caprylyl Glycol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tocopherol, Stearic Acid, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Xanthan Gum, Cetearyl Alcohol
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 WaterButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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.
Learn more about Glycerin1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineCholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.
Our skin naturally contains cholesterol in the outermost layer. Besides cholesterol, it also contains ceramides and fatty acids. Cholesterol makes up about 1/4 of your skin's outer layer and barrier. Your skin barrier is responsible for keeping allergens and microbes out. Having a healthy skin barrier is also responsible for keeping your skin firm and plump.
Our bodies use cholestrol to create vitamin D, steroid hormones, and more.
Learn more about CholesterolXanthan 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 GumCaprylyl 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.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolIngredient Ratings
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AMPLE:N Ceramide Shot Ampoule 35 ingredients
Skin&Lab Barrierderm Milky Serum 41 ingredients
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AMPLE:N Ceramide Shot Ampoule 35 ingredients
This is a holy grail in my skincare routine. It might not seem like it’s needed or even necessary due to its minimal ingredient list, but if you’re looking for the most supple and instant hydration boost that protects and repairs your skin barrier — this is it!
This is a rich soothing serum ampoule that really helps my dry mature skin. It calms redness and any irritation as well as softens and plumps. Because I am older I use a full dropper of the 100ml size but I think a younger person could use less. Generally it is an evening product for me but when my skin is very sensitive I use it twice a day. This is an excellent product for healing a damaged skin Show more
Skin&Lab Barrierderm Milky Serum 41 ingredients
This product is good. It has a lovely milky texture and spreads nicely. I took one star off because it has citric acid, which irritates my skin. It often left my skin red and sensitive. However, I think if you're not sensitive to any of the ingredients, this is a lovely serum.
Love this! I have combo to dry, sensitive skin and it calms my redness. A bit sticky on face but hydrates very well :)
