Updated on June 17, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe serums. They have a total of 0 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum 19 ingredients
The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 30% in Silicone 4 ingredients
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Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum 19 ingredients
The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 30% in Silicone 4 ingredients
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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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
Coco-Caprylate is created from fatty coconut alcohol and caprylic acid.
Squalane 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.
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
Microcrystalline Cellulose is another name for refined wood pulp. It is used as an emulsifier and mattifying ingredient. As an emulsifier, it helps keep ingredients together.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate is a citric acid ester of glyceryl stearate.
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Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
Sodium Phytate is the synthetic salt form of phytic acid. Phytic acid is an antioxidant and can be found in plant seeds.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
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Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Coco-Caprylate, Squalane, Palmitoyl Grapevine Shoot Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Bisabolol, Glyceryl Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Potassium Sorbate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
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Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.
Peg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.
Ingredient Ratings
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Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum 19 ingredients
The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 30% in Silicone 4 ingredients
Reviews
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Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum 19 ingredients
Sara
I've used this product for so many years as it really does a good job with fading out post-acne marks. The texture and the smell are also...
I've used this product for so many years as it really does a good job with fading out post-acne marks. The texture and the smell are also incredible.
However, i've recently stopped using it because despite it not breaking me out, I didn't loved the slightly oily feeling that it left on my skin. I'm sure it's not a big deal for many people, but it might make you look a little bit greasy if you're very oily.
And sadly, I have to say the price has been increasing a lot lately like many other Caudalie products to the point I don't think they're worth it anymore (I mean, they're really good, but for some reason they're trying to get closer to a luxury line). In fact, I've just found out that The Ordinary "Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA" does a very similar job with fading hyperpigmentation, and also has Hyaluronic Acid that works in fine lines like magic, and it's 36€ less expensive. So if anyone's interesting, there's my recommendation.
kaya02
Amazing serum, genuinely noticed a difference in my acne scars after a few days of using, doesn't sting my face, gives a radiant glow. My new fav...
Amazing serum, genuinely noticed a difference in my acne scars after a few days of using, doesn't sting my face, gives a radiant glow. My new fav every day serum <3
The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 30% in Silicone 4 ingredients
Laila
The way this mf stings is absolutely insane.
Pilling, drying, irritating, doesn’t work, and literally every bad thing you can say about a product....
The way this mf stings is absolutely insane.
Pilling, drying, irritating, doesn’t work, and literally every bad thing you can say about a product.
0/10
JustDaniel_50
Honestly want to give it more of a 3.5, but rounded up to be generous. Have seen good results using it so far, mainly with skin brightening, but...
Honestly want to give it more of a 3.5, but rounded up to be generous. Have seen good results using it so far, mainly with skin brightening, but dislike the fact that it's basically up to a coin toss whether or not it decides to properly absorb in the skin or pills/dries/sits on top of the skin.
