Aroma-Zone Sérum Visage Concentré Acide Glycolique 10% & AHA Versus Typology Exfoliating Serum with 10% Glycolic Acid
Updated on August 12, 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 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
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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Ingredient Info
Aroma-Zone Sérum Visage Concentré Acide Glycolique 10% & AHA 13 ingredients
Typology Exfoliating Serum with 10% Glycolic Acid 16 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Aroma-Zone Sérum Visage Concentré Acide Glycolique 10% & AHA 13 ingredients
Typology Exfoliating Serum with 10% Glycolic Acid 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSalix Nigra Bark Extract
Skin ProtectingGlycerin
Humectant
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Levulinic Acid
Perfuming
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingSodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Acer Saccharum Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingGlycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingBisabolol
Masking
Levulinic Acid
Perfuming
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningPistacia Lentiscus Gum
MaskingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingPhenethyl Alcohol
MaskingChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bisabolol, Levulinic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Levulinate, Pistacia Lentiscus Gum, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Phenethyl Alcohol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin
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 WaterGlycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with a ton of research to back up its benefits.
Its main role is to remove the top layer of dead skin cells, allowing newer skin cells to emerge.
Specifically, AHAs work by breaking down the structural "glue" holding the old skin cells in place. Getting rid of the old skin cells allows skin to regenerate newer skin cells in its place. A build up of dead skin cells can lead to tired and dull looking skin.
Due to this, glycolic acid helps with:
Fun fact: Glycolic acid increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.
When starting glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging.
The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product. Concentrations between 5-20% glycolic acid have been shown to be effective in clinical studies.
Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideGlycerin 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 GlycerinLevulinic Acid is a fragrance that comes from the degradation of cellulose. It is a saturated fatty acid.
This ingredient is often used a building block for other compounds, such as in pharmaceuticals.
According to a manufacturer, this ingredient smells like caramel.
Learn more about Levulinic AcidSodium levulinate is the a sodium salt of Levulinic Acid. If dissolved in an aqueous solution, the two ingredients become identical.
It is a skin conditioning agent, meaning it helps soften and hydrate your skin.
According to Cosmetic Ingredient Review, the highest amounts of sodium levulinate are found in mouthwashes at 0.62%.
Learn more about Sodium LevulinateIngredient Ratings
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Aroma-Zone Sérum Visage Concentré Acide Glycolique 10% & AHA 13 ingredients
Typology Exfoliating Serum with 10% Glycolic Acid 16 ingredients
Reviews
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Aroma-Zone Sérum Visage Concentré Acide Glycolique 10% & AHA 13 ingredients
🎀This product is a great at exfoliating ! I love waking up with a smooth skin the morning after applying it !
Make sure you don’t use it more than twice a week because it can damage your skin barrier.🎀
Typology Exfoliating Serum with 10% Glycolic Acid 16 ingredients
Ça a enlevé tous mes points noirs sur le nez. Vraiment incroyable
Je l’utilise aussi quand j’ai des petits boutons/kystes sur la mâchoire
