Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid Versus Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Oil-Infused Serum
Updated on January 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid 21 ingredients
Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Oil-Infused Serum 29 ingredients
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About this product
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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid 21 ingredients
Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Oil-Infused Serum 29 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Propanediol
SolventSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
EmollientOenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPropylene Carbonate
SolventTocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin, Squalane, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Propanediol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Sodium Chloride, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
Water
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Water
MaskingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
C9-12 Alkane
SolventPropanediol
SolventEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
MaskingRosa Damascena Extract
MaskingCamelina Sativa Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil
Emollient
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientRosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Water, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, C9-12 Alkane, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Squalane, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Rosa Damascena Extract, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Tocopherol, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Citronellol, Geraniol
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 WaterCoco-Caprylate/Caprate is created from fatty coconut alcohol, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateGlycerin 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 GlycerinSqualane 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".
Learn more about SqualanePropanediol 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 PropanediolChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium Chloride1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid 21 ingredients
Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Oil-Infused Serum 29 ingredients
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Beauty Bay 5% Squalane + Grapeseed Oil Serum Hybrid 21 ingredients
Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Oil-Infused Serum 29 ingredients
I don’t think it does much… but it smells delightful and makes me feel luxurious.
