Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Avène A-Oxitive Serum versus Adcos Derma Complex Vitamina C 20 .
Last updated on January 09, 2024. Published on February 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Avène A-Oxitive Serum 22 ingredients
Adcos Derma Complex Vitamina C 20 38 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
At a glance
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Avène A-Oxitive Serum 22 ingredients
Adcos Derma Complex Vitamina C 20 38 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Avène A-Oxitive Serum 22 ingredients
Adcos Derma Complex Vitamina C 20 38 ingredients
Isododecane • Pentylene Glycol • Water • Dimethicone • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Tocopheryl Glucoside • Artemia Extract • C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetrimonium Bromide • Disodium EDTA • Parfum • 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate • Polysorbate 60 • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hydroxide • Sorbitan Isostearate • Xanthan Gum
Water • Xylitol • Methyl Alcohol • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Niacinamide • Phenoxyethanol • Butylene Glycol • Propanediol • Citric Acid • Sodium Cholate • Sodium Lactate • Propylene Glycol • Cetrimonium Bromide • Arginine • Glycerin • Aspartic Acid • Ferulic Acid • EDTA • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract • PCA • Parfum • Iris Florentina Root Extract • Glycine • Alanine • Serine • Acanthus Mollis Leaf Extract • Valine • Isoleucine • Proline • Threonine • Hydrocinnamaldehyde • Histidine • Phenylalanine • Limonene • Linalool • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Tetrasodium EDTA
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterAvène A-Oxitive Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Adcos Derma Complex Vitamina C 20 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cetrimonium Bromide is a preservative.
Avène A-Oxitive Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Adcos Derma Complex Vitamina C 20 contains this as ingredient number 13.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumAvène A-Oxitive Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Adcos Derma Complex Vitamina C 20 contains this as ingredient number 21.
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.
Sodium Benzoate 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 BenzoateAvène A-Oxitive Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
Adcos Derma Complex Vitamina C 20 contains this as ingredient number 37.
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Avène A-Oxitive Serum 22 ingredients
Adcos Derma Complex Vitamina C 20 38 ingredients
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Avène A-Oxitive Serum 22 ingredients
Adcos Derma Complex Vitamina C 20 38 ingredients
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