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Last updated on March 19, 2024. Published on April 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 32 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
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, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum 45 ingredients
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum 41 ingredients
Alcohol Free
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Alcohol Free
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Silicon Free
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Oil Free
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Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
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Non Vegan
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APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum 45 ingredients
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum 41 ingredients
Water • Houttuynia Cordata Extract 29.2% • Butylene Glycol • Propanediol • Niacinamide • Glycerin • Diethoxyethyl Succinate • Panthenol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Allantoin • Glutathione • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Nelumbo Nucifera Extract • Artemisia Capillaris Extract • Oryza Sativa Extract • Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate • Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Squalane • Beta-Glucan • Dipropylene Glycol • Vitex Trifolia Fruit Extract • Adenosine • Madecassic Acid • Asiaticoside • Asiatic Acid • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Glyceryl Stearate • Cholesterol • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Cellulose Gum • Xanthan Gum • Ethylhexylglycerin • Cellulose • Glucose • Fructooligosaccharides • Citric Acid • Disodium EDTA • Hydroxyacetophenone • 1,2-Hexanediol • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Sodium Citrate
Water • Centella Asiatica Extract 29.6% • Butylene Glycol • Propanediol • Glycerin • Diethoxyethyl Succinate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Panthenol • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Hydroxyacetophenone • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Sodium Hyaluronate • Allantoin • Trideceth-10 • Cellulose Gum • Disodium EDTA • Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Arbutin • Citric Acid • Xanthan Gum • Inulin • Cellulose • Glucose • Fructose • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Salicylic Acid • Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Beta-Glucan • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract • Nelumbo Nucifera Extract • Artemisia Annua Extract • Oryza Sativa Extract • Saccharomyces Ferment • Dipropylene Glycol • Sodium Citrate • Madecassic Acid • Asiaticoside • Asiatic Acid • Squalane
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Butylene 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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 GlycerinAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Diethoxyethyl Succinate.
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate is a polymer and used to help stabilize other ingredients.
Emulsion stabilizers hold ingredients together, helping to create an even texture throughout the product.
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate can also be used to thicken the texture.
Learn more about Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer is made up of glycerin and polyacrylic acid. It helps hydrate your skin as a humectant.
Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin.
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
We don't have a description for Nelumbo Nucifera Extract.
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 32.
Oryza Sativa Extract comes from the rice grain, Oryza sativa. Rice extract has wound healing, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties.
Rice grains contain numerous antioxidants which may help with anti-aging, such as vitamin E. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radical molecules. Unstable free-radical molecules may damage your skin cells and accelerate signs of aging.
A study from 2002 found rice to help increase the rate of wound healing. The same study found an improvement of skin barrier function in the patients after taking rice baths.
Numerous in-vitro studies have found rice water to help decrease sun damage by increasing collagen production and inhibiting the process of tyrosinase.
Long story short- tyrosinase is an enzyme that controls melanin production. Our bodies start producing melanin (AKA tanning) when exposed to UV radiation to protect against damage. Rice water is found to partially block this process.
Though more research is needed on rice's ability to help with UV protection, recent studies seem promising.
Wondering why rice is hydrating? The protein in rice have emollient properties. Emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in, keeping your skin moisturized.
Some rice extract may have mildly-exfoliating properties. These are mainly limited to Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran and Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Powder.
This rice was first cultivated in China over 10,000 years ago. Many cultures throughout Asia have used rice water on skin and hair for centuries.
Learn more about Oryza Sativa ExtractAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.
We don't have a description for Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract.
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract comes from the Tea Tree, Melaleuca alternifolia, Myrtaceae. This tea tree is native to Australia.
Tea Leaf extract contains antimicrobial and anti-acne properties.
Tea tree extract is fragrant and contains volatiles such as linalool and limonene. These fragrance and terpinen components can cause skin sensitivity.
Learn more about the benefits of Tea Tree Oil here.
Learn more about Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf ExtractAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.
Collagen is the most abundant type of structural protein found in your body. In your skin, it is responsible for keeping it firm and youthful.
Hydrolyzed Collagen means it has been broken down into smaller particles. This helps the body process hydrolyzed collagen better.
Your body uses collagen for a variety of tasks. These tasks include repairing and maintaning tissues, helping cells communicate, and helping your body’s immune system respond to attacks.
Collagen is comprised mostly of glycine, proline, and hydroxypoline. These are amino acids.
Collagen can be used in the morning or night. It will not increase sun sensitivity, but you should always wear sunscreen during the day.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed CollagenAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 41.
Beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide. It can be derived from the cell walls of seaweed, oats, yeast, and fungi.
Beta-Glucan is a humectant, meaning it can hold large amounts of water. This helps hydrate the skin. It also helps boost your skin's natural barrier.
Beta-Glucan has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Studies show Beta-Glucan may be an effective wrinkle reducer as it can deeply penetrate into skin. It has also been show to help with wound healing.
Learn more about Beta-GlucanAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 36.
Madecassic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
It is a triterpenoid, meaning it naturally acts as an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect your skin against damage from environmental factors such as pollution and UV.
Studies show Madecassic Acid helps soothe the skin due to its ability to block inflammation pathways.
Learn more about Madecassic AcidAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 26.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.
Asiaticoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Asiaticoside is an antioxidant and helps with wound healing. It has been shown to increase antioxidant activity during the wound healing process.
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 27.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 39.
Asiatic Acid is a major component of Centella Asiatica Extract. It has wound-healing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
Studies show Asiatic Acid is able to block the pathway for skin inflammation receptors, helping to soothe skin.
As an antioxidant, asiatic acid helps protect our skin against damaging environmental factors.
Learn more about Asiatic AcidAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 40.
We don't have a description for Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer.
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
Cellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.
As an emulsifier, cellulose gum specifically thicken the texture of water-based products.
This ingredient is considered hypoallergenic and non-toxic. Cellulose Gum can be found in cosmetics, food, and other household goods such as paper products.
Learn more about Cellulose GumAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 GumAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Cellulose is the main component of plant cell walls. It is used as an emulsifier, absorbent, and texture enhancer.
This ingredient has many functions:
Fun fact: Cellulose is the most abundant form of organic polymer on Earth.
Learn more about CelluloseAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.
Glucose is a simple sugar and is the most important source of energy in all organisms. In skincare, glucose is used to hydrate the skin. It also acts as a prebiotic for our natural biome.
As a humectant, glucose draws moisture from the air and from deeper levels in the skin. This helps hydrate skin.
Our skin's natural microbiome contains many saccharides that act as prebiotics. These prebiotics help strengthen our skin's microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome helps protect our skin from harmful bacteria and other contaminants.
Studies show glucose may help with fading discoloration and pigmentation. This is because our skin metabolizes glucose into lactic acid. Lactic acid is an AHA that helps exfoliate the top layer of skin.
Plants and algae make glucose during the process of photosynthesis. It is then used to make cellulose, the building blocks of cell walls.
Learn more about GlucoseAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 38.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 40.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.
Disodium 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 EDTAAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 41.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant and helps with skin conditioning.
Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By helping stabilize free-radicals, antioxidants may help in anti-aging.
Hydroxyacetophenone boosts the efficiency of other preservatives.
Learn more about HydroxyacetophenoneAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 43.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
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.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 44.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateAPLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 45.
APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.
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