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Published on March 08, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA, exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum 45 ingredients
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ 44 ingredients
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Fragrance Free
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum 45 ingredients
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ 44 ingredients
Dimethicone • Water • Polysilicone-11 • Alcohol Denat. • Acetyl Glucosamine • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract • Salvia Sclarea Extract • Sea Whip Extract • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Caffeine • Pantethine • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Peg-11 Methyl Ether Dimethicone • Algae Extract • Polysorbate 20 • Salicylic Acid • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Glycerin • Lecithin • Isohexadecane • Di-C12-18 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride • Polysorbate 80 • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Coconut Acid • Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract • Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Silica • Citric Acid • Hexylene Glycol • Ascorbyl Tocopheryl Maleate • Sodium Hydroxide • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77891 • CI 77492 • Mica
Water • Peg-8 • Butylene Glycol • Propanediol • Glycerin • Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane • Silanetriol • Glycolic Acid • Mandelic Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Salicylic Acid • Lactic Acid • Pyruvic Acid • Tartaric Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Trehalose • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Powder • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf • Charcoal Powder • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Algae Extract • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract • Lecithin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Acetyl Glucosamine • Dimethicone • Silica • Xanthan Gum • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Carbomer • Polysorbate 20 • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Urea • Parfum • Linalool • BHA • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Sorbic Acid • Chlorphenesin • CI 77891 • CI 42090 • CI 14700
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 26.
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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 1.
Acetyl Glucosamine is an antioxidant and humectant. It is a form of Vitamin C.
Acetyl Glucosamine helps the skin produce hyaluronic acid and boost hydration.
Antioxidants help fight off free-radicals, molecules that may damage skin cells.
When paired with niacinamide, Acetyl Glucosamine has been shown to be effective at reducing discoloration.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Acetyl GlucosamineClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 25.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 3.
Algae Extract is derived from Algae. Algae is an informal term for a group of aquatic organisms that can photosynthesize. It is estimated there are at least 30,000 types of Algae.
Algae contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Algae can also help with soothing and hydrating skin.
Many different types of algae have different benefits.
Learn more about Algae ExtractClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 21.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 32.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 19.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 11.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 24.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.
Lecithin is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and creates a barrier to keep moisture in.
As an emulsifier, it also helps prevent water and oil ingredients from separating. Lecithin can help ingredients be better absorbed by the skin. The phospholipids in Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier.
Learn more about LecithinClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 23.
We don't have a description for Polymethyl Methacrylate.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 30.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 36.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 27.
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.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 40.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 10.
Disodium 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 EDTAClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 41.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 38.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 39.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 43.
GLAMGLOW SUPERSERUM™ contains this as ingredient number 42.
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