Bliss Disappearing Act Micro Purifying Toner Versus Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . 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 dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Bliss Disappearing Act Micro Purifying Toner 29 ingredients
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice 38 ingredients
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Bliss Disappearing Act Micro Purifying Toner 29 ingredients
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice 38 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Fomes Officinalis Extract
Skin ProtectingCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Meal Extract
SoothingHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Copper Gluconate
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Aspartate
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
Cleansing
Zinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Glycolipids
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether
CleansingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventSodium Phytate
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Niacinamide, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Fomes Officinalis Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Avena Sativa Meal Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Copper Gluconate, Magnesium Aspartate, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Zinc Gluconate, Glycolipids, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polysorbate 20, Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether, Hexylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Sodium Phytate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningPEG-8
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Urea
Buffering
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Trideceth-9
EmulsifyingAlpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate
Skin ConditioningActinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
EmollientCitrus Nobilis Fruit Extract
MaskingCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract
Skin ConditioningChlorophyllin-Copper Complex
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Rhizobian Gum
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil
Astringent
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Water, PEG-8, Glycerin, Urea, Sodium Polyacrylate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Trideceth-9, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate, Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Citrus Nobilis Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Coconut Alkanes, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Propylene Glycol, Limonene, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Rhizobian Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Chlorphenesin, Centella Asiatica Extract
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 WaterThis extract comes from cucumber. Cucumbers are mostly made up of water (95%), and the other 5% is composed of: vitamin C, caffeic acid, fatty acids, amino acids, and other minerals.
Cucumbers have anti-inflammatory, barrier repair, and hydrating properties.
They contain shikimate dehydrigenase, an enzyme shown to help reduce inflammation and soothe the skin.
The amino acids found in cucumbers help nourish our skin's natural acid mantle (it's an important part of our skin barrier). This slightly acidic film acts as a barrier to protect us from bacteria, viruses, and other contaminants.
Unless you have an allergy to cucumbers, this is generally a non-irritating ingredient.
Fun fact: Cucumis Sativus is native to South Asia and can now be found on every continent.
Learn more about Cucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractSodium 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 HyaluronateGlycerin 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 GlycerinPeg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPhenoxyethanol 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.
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 AcidIngredient Ratings
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Bliss Disappearing Act Micro Purifying Toner 29 ingredients
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice 38 ingredients
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Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice 38 ingredients
This is listed by Elemis as a moisturizer so that is how I've been using it. I figured it would be great in the hot summer when you want something lighter. It seems fine, I will definitely be using something creamier in the fall. I wouldn't like it as a serum or other treatment as it seems a bit sticky/thick for that. It does have a very aloe gel consistency.
