ClayCo. Cica Microneedling Exosome Serum Versus VT Cosmetics PDRN Cica Exosome Ampoule
Updated on August 28, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and peptides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
ClayCo. Cica Microneedling Exosome Serum 17 ingredients
VT Cosmetics PDRN Cica Exosome Ampoule 27 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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ClayCo. Cica Microneedling Exosome Serum 17 ingredients
VT Cosmetics PDRN Cica Exosome Ampoule 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Leaf
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Collagen
Moisturising
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Sponge
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Methyl Lactate
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Pentylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Leaf, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Copper Tripeptide-1, Collagen, Ceramide NP, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Sponge, Disodium EDTA, Methyl Lactate
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglucuronic Acid
Skin ConditioningCollagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCeramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Sodium Dna
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Tocopherol, Adenosine, Ceramide NP, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Squalane, Allantoin, Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate, Panthenol, Polyglucuronic Acid, Collagen Amino Acids, Ceramide As, Ceramide Ns, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Copper Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium Dna
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizingg properties. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Studies show higher concentrations of this ingredient can promote wound healing.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Copper Tripeptide-1 (GHK-Cu) is a skin repairing ingredient known for its ability to boost collagen, improve firmness, and support skin regeneration.
It is a complex made up of a naturally occurring peptide (glycine-histidine-lysine) and copper, an essential trace element.
While studying wound healing, researchers noticed GHK-Cu stimulated hair follicle enlargement and growth by keeping hair in its active growth phase longer. This has made it a promising ingredient for hair regrowth treatments.
Some people have reported increased facial hair. While GHK-Cu can make your hair follicles bigger, it usually doesn’t turn soft, barely-visible facial hairs into thick, dark ones.
Anecdotal reports suggest that overusing copper peptides might lead to premature aging due to excess free copper or enzyme imbalances. This claim isn’t backed by large-scale studies.
Unfortunately, there are limited human studies for this ingredient. While early results are promising, many studies are either small, in-vitro, or not rigorously controlled.
For example, there is a 1998 study that explored the effects of copper tripeptide, vitamin C, tretinoin, and melatonin on skin repair and collagen synthesis.
After one month, increased procollagen production was seen in 7 out of 10 participants using copper tripeptide (more than those using vitamin C, melatonin, or tretinoin.
While the study was exploratory, it offers early evidence that copper tripeptide may support collagen production. Larger, well-designed trials are still needed to confirm its potential and understand individual responses.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Copper Tripeptide-1Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolIngredient Ratings
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ClayCo. Cica Microneedling Exosome Serum 17 ingredients
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