Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Biologique Recherche Lotion P50W versus Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 .
Published on December 17, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe toners. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, BHA, niacinamide and PHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or silicones
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Toner
Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.
Toner
Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.
Ingredient Info
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50W 27 ingredients
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 30 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
Ingredients in this product that are types of sulfate:
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Biologique Recherche Lotion P50W 27 ingredients
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 30 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50W 27 ingredients
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 30 ingredients
Water • Gluconolactone • Niacinamide • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Lactic Acid • Ethoxydiglycol • Magnesium Chloride • Malic Acid • Arctium Lappa Root Extract • Cochlearia Armoracia Root Extract • Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract • Arnica Montana Flower Extract • Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract • Phytic Acid • Citric Acid • Sodium Lactate • Allantoin • Serine • Sulfur • Vinegar • Sodium Salicylate • Sorbitol • Tea-Lactate • Urea • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Bisulfite
Water • Glycerin • Niacinamide • Sodium Gluconate • Triethanolamine • Lactic Acid • Sodium Lactate • Lactobacillus/Wasabia Japonica Root Ferment Extract • Magnesium Chloride • Mandelic Acid • Palmaria Palmata Extract • Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract • Prunus Persica Leaf Extract • Spiraea Ulmaria Extract • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract • Phytic Acid • Citric Acid • Gluconolactone • Salicylic Acid • Ascorbic Acid • Maltodextrin • Sodium Salicylate • Vinegar • Propylene Glycol • Magnesium Sulfate • Alcohol Denat. • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Bisulfite
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 1.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs have a larger structure than AHAs and BHAs and are more gentle. It is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This helps improve texture and brightens the skin.
Gluconolactone is a humectant and helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
PHAs also exhibit antioxidant activity by neutralizing free-radical molecules. This can help with anti-aging.
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells. However, we still recommend wearing SPF especially after using exfoliating ingredients.
Learn more about GluconolactoneBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 2.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 3.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 4.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 2.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 5.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 25.
Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 6.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for Magnesium Chloride.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 8.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Phytic Acid is a gentle AHA and antioxidant. The chemical makeup makes it classified as an AHA, such as lactic acid.
AHAs are chemical exfoliants that help remove dead skin cells. Phytic Acid has a slight exfoliating effect. Phytic Acid has been shown to help calm irritation. In some cases, it is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water, helping to stabilize the ingredients in a product.
As an antioxidant, phytic acid may help with the signs of aging. Antioxidants help neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage your skin cells.
An interesting fact about phytic acid is that it is considered an antinutrient. People do not have the enzyme needed to properly breakdown and digest phytic acid. When ingested, phytic acid binds to minerals and prevents them from being absorbed.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Phytic AcidBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 15.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 17.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 16.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Sodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, an AHA. It is a humectant and used to adjust the pH of a product.
Sodium Lactate is part of our skin's NMF, or natural moisturizing factor. Our NMF is essential for the hydration of our top skin layers and plasticity of skin.
It also influences our skin's natural acid mantle and pH, which protects our skin from harmful bacteria.
Our NMF is formed from amino acids, lactic acid, sugars, minerals, peptides, and electrolytes. As we age, our NMF naturally depletes. Other sources of NMF depletion include harsh and drying ingredients such as denatured alcohol. Sodium lactate can help replenish our NMF, leading to more hydrated and plump skin.
High percentages of Sodium Lactate can have an exfoliating effect.
Sodium Lactate is produced from fermented sugar.
Learn more about Sodium LactateBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 17.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 7.
In cosmetics, vinegar is often used to help adjust the pH of a product. It is also a light exfoliant. The pH of your skin is important to maintain a healthy skin barrier.
Vinegar is created by the process of double-fermentation. It is an aqueous solution consisting mostly of water and acetic acid. Typically, vinegar contains anywhere from 5-8% acetic acid.
Other components include small amounts of contains small amounts of tartaric acid and citric acid. Depending on what is used to ferment the vinegar, it can have traces of flavoring as well.
Types of vinegar include sugar and fruit vinegars. Some types of vinegar include apple cider, raisin, brown rice,
Learn more about VinegarBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 21.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 24.
Sodium Salicylate is a BHA and is a preservative. It can help to reduce large pores. It can worsen rosacea.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 22.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 BenzoateBiologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 26.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 28.
Sodium Bisulfite is an antioxidant and is a preservative.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50W contains this as ingredient number 27.
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 PIGM 400 contains this as ingredient number 30.
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