Chemist at Play 10% Vitamin C Brightening Face Serum Versus The INKEY List 15% Vitamin C And EGF Serum
Updated on October 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Chemist at Play 10% Vitamin C Brightening Face Serum 14 ingredients
The INKEY List 15% Vitamin C And EGF Serum 13 ingredients
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Chemist at Play 10% Vitamin C Brightening Face Serum 14 ingredients
The INKEY List 15% Vitamin C And EGF Serum 13 ingredients
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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 WaterPhenoxyethanol 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.
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.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
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Chemist at Play 10% Vitamin C Brightening Face Serum 14 ingredients
The INKEY List 15% Vitamin C And EGF Serum 13 ingredients
