AXIS - Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum Versus Rohto Mentholatum Melty Cream Lip SPF25/PA+++
Updated on July 26, 2024
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
AXIS - Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum 25 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Melty Cream Lip SPF25/PA+++ 35 ingredients
- Petrolatum
- Paraffin
- Paraffinum Liquidum
- Microcrystalline Wax
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
- Phytosteryl Macadamiate
- Honey
- Persea Gratissima Oil
- Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
- Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
- Synthetic Wax
- Glycine Soja Sterols
- Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
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Ingredients Side-by-side
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.
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.
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".
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When to use
AXIS - Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum 25 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Melty Cream Lip SPF25/PA+++ 35 ingredients
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Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
AXIS - Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum 25 ingredients
zaza_
worked barely 😔 i love the glow but i dont like how sticky it became, and the results show up disappointingly slow
Rohto Mentholatum Melty Cream Lip SPF25/PA+++ 35 ingredients
M123
feels great, I wanted to love it completely but it just doesn’t stay on the lips long enough to hit the mark for my insane lip product standards.
Ylenia
Unscented version
Handy lip spf that leaves the lips well moisturized and slighlty shiny, no white cast or bad taste