Azarine Hydramax Waterbank Serum Versus Somethinc HYALuronic9+ Advanced + B5 Serum
Updated on January 30, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Azarine Hydramax Waterbank Serum 16 ingredients
Somethinc HYALuronic9+ Advanced + B5 Serum 35 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Azarine Hydramax Waterbank Serum 16 ingredients
Somethinc HYALuronic9+ Advanced + B5 Serum 35 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventLactobacillus/Collagen/Mesembryanthemum Crystallinum Leaf Extract Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Polyquaternium-7
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Lactobacillus/Collagen/Mesembryanthemum Crystallinum Leaf Extract Ferment Lysate, Polyglutamic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Chlorphenesin, Polyquaternium-7, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ceramide 3, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycereth-26
HumectantMethyl Gluceth-20
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glucose
HumectantChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningC12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingFructose
HumectantFructooligosaccharides
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Tromethamine
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Phytate
Plumeria Alba Flower Oil
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
PEG-9 Diglycidyl Ether/Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPotassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventTocopherol
Antioxidant
Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
HumectantSodium Benzoate
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Methyl Gluceth-20, Pentylene Glycol, Panthenol, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Glucose, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, C12-14 Pareth-12, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Fructose, Fructooligosaccharides, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Tromethamine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Adenosine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Plumeria Alba Flower Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, PEG-9 Diglycidyl Ether/Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate, Propanediol, Tocopherol, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol
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 WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
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 PropanediolSodium 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 HyaluronatePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a type of Hyaluronic Acid.
Hyaluronic Acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read about common types of Hyaluronic Acid here: Sodium Hyaluronate Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid Hyaluronic Acid
Learn more about Sodium Acetylated HyaluronateThis ingredient is created by putting sodium hyaluronate through hydrolysis.
You might know this as 'mini' or 'ultra low-molecular weight' hyaluronic acid. The small molecule size means it is able to travel deeper in the skin.
According to studies, low molecular-weight hyaluronic acid can:
One study from 2011 found ultra-low weight HA to show pro-inflammatory properties. Another study from 2022 found it to downregulate UV-B induced inflammation.
Hydrolysis is a process of changing a molecule using water or enzymes.
This ingredient is water-soluble.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Sodium HyaluronateThis form of hyaluronic acid is produced through fermentation.
According to a manufacturer, it has a positive charge by ionic binding to help moisturize and give hair a smooth feel. This is why you'll find this ingredient in shampoos and body washes.
Ingredient Ratings
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Azarine Hydramax Waterbank Serum 16 ingredients
Somethinc HYALuronic9+ Advanced + B5 Serum 35 ingredients
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Azarine Hydramax Waterbank Serum 16 ingredients
Somethinc HYALuronic9+ Advanced + B5 Serum 35 ingredients
i’ve emptied 10+ bottles of the big sized version of this and i’d say(as someone who has dry and sensitive skin) this is hands down the best serum i’ve tried. i usually buy it online so when i ran out before the new one comes, my skin instantly shows what happens if i don’t use the serum, i start to get breakouts. now that i live in japan, i’ve been struggling to find an alternative for this Show more
