Barefaced Liquid Gold Versus Epicuren Discovery Enzyme Concentrate Vitamin Protein Complex
Updated on August 20, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, 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
Barefaced Liquid Gold 23 ingredients
Epicuren Discovery Enzyme Concentrate Vitamin Protein Complex 21 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Barefaced Liquid Gold 23 ingredients
Epicuren Discovery Enzyme Concentrate Vitamin Protein Complex 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ganoderma Lucidum Extract
Skin ProtectingMorus Alba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPersea Gratissima Fruit Extract
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingLecithin
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Pullulan
Silica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Ascorbic Acid, Glycerin, Propanediol, Coconut Alkanes, Hydrated Silica, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Morus Alba Leaf Extract, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Lecithin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Pullulan, Silica, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningCollagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicNiacin
Smoothing
Riboflavin
Cosmetic ColorantHydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Crocus Chrysanthus Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningAcacia Senegal Gum
MaskingCitrus Grandis Seed Extract
Astringent
Cinnamomum Cassia Bark
Skin ConditioningArctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Zea Mays Oil
Emulsifying
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Collagen Amino Acids, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Propanediol, Polysorbate 20, Biotin, Niacin, Riboflavin, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Panthenol, Crocus Chrysanthus Bulb Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Citrus Grandis Seed Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark, Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract, Parfum, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Zea Mays Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Propanediol 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 PropanediolWater. 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!
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