APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum Versus MediCube PDRN Pink Glutathione Serum Mist
Updated on December 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
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
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum 45 ingredients
MediCube PDRN Pink Glutathione Serum Mist 32 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum 45 ingredients
MediCube PDRN Pink Glutathione Serum Mist 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract 29.2%
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Diethoxyethyl Succinate
SolventPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Glutathione
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantNelumbo Nucifera Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Annua Extract
MaskingOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cholesterol
Emollient
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCellulose
AbsorbentGlucose
HumectantFructose
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingWater, Centella Asiatica 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 Annua Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Squalane, Beta-Glucan, Dipropylene Glycol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Adenosine, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glyceryl Stearate, Cholesterol, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose, Glucose, Fructose, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Citrate
Water
Skin ConditioningCollagen Water
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingC13-15 Alkane
SolventRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Glycereth-26
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sorbitol
Humectant
Hydroxyethyl Urea
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningEclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Dna
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlutathione
Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
AntimicrobialRosa Damascena Flower Water
MaskingBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicHexapeptide-2
Bleaching
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Tripeptide-3
Skin Conditioning
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Water, Collagen Water, Dipropylene Glycol, C13-15 Alkane, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Glycereth-26, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Adenosine, Sodium Dna, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Glutathione, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Biotin, Hexapeptide-2, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-3, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17, Hexapeptide-9
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.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
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.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideGlutathione is an antioxidant naturally found in our bodies. It is made up of three amino acids: glycine, cysteine, and glutamic acid.
As an antioxidant, it prevents oxidative damage to parts of our cell.
While glutathione is said to help with fading dark spots, the results from research are inconclusive. Further studies are needed. With that said, gluthatione has been shown to protect our skin from UV-B induced damage.
This ingredient is naturally occurring in plants, animals, fungi, and some bacteria.
Learn more about GlutathioneDipropylene 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 GlycolAdenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about Adenosine1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
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 preservatives
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum 45 ingredients
MediCube PDRN Pink Glutathione Serum Mist 32 ingredients
Reviews
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APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum 45 ingredients
I've been using APLB's Glutathione Niacinamide serum twice a day for several months, targeting dark spots and hyperpigmentation, and I don’t regret buying it.
Assessing the impact of a specific product or ingredient can be challenging, given that my routine includes several brightening products. The results are likely a cumulative effect. However, since this serum is one of my newest additions, Show more
I like the texture of this product and how it feels on the skin. It didn't really do much for my skin and I didn't notice any differences.
