Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Hydra-power Eye Roll-on Versus ALIA Vitamin C Eye Serum Roll-on
Updated on January 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe eye moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Hydra-power Eye Roll-on 13 ingredients
ALIA Vitamin C Eye Serum Roll-on 37 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Biovène Barcelona Hyaluronic Hydra-power Eye Roll-on 13 ingredients
ALIA Vitamin C Eye Serum Roll-on 37 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Fraxinus Excelsior Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingSaccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Tetrasodium EDTA
C12-15 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
Dunaliella Salina Extract
Skin ConditioningSilanetriol
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin Conditioning
Siloxanetriol Alginate
Skin ConditioningCitrus Unshiu Peel Extract
MaskingPalmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Pantolactone
Humectant
Nigella Sativa Seed Extract
Perfuming
Sasa Quelpaertensis Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEcklonia Cava Extract
Skin ConditioningSorbic Acid
Preservative
Hizikia Fusiforme Extract
Skin ConditioningCodium Tomentosum Extract
Skin ProtectingGelidium Cartilagineum Extract
Skin ProtectingWater, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Fraxinus Excelsior Bark Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Aminomethyl Propanol, Saccharide Isomerate, Tetrasodium EDTA, C12-15 Pareth-12, Caffeine, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Silanetriol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Siloxanetriol Alginate, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Sodium Benzoate, Pantolactone, Nigella Sativa Seed Extract, Sasa Quelpaertensis Extract, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Actinidia Polygama Fruit Extract, Ecklonia Cava Extract, Sorbic Acid, Hizikia Fusiforme Extract, Codium Tomentosum Extract, Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-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
Citric 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 AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateSodium 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 HyaluronateWater. 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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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