COLLISTAR Milano Salicylic Acid + Niacinamide Lotion Versus Prequel Skin Utility Gel Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant
Updated on January 30, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
COLLISTAR Milano Salicylic Acid + Niacinamide Lotion 11 ingredients
Prequel Skin Utility Gel Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant 17 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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COLLISTAR Milano Salicylic Acid + Niacinamide Lotion 11 ingredients
Prequel Skin Utility Gel Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Glycerin 20%
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenyl Triacetate
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Naringenin
Skin ConditioningC15-23 Alkane
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningC13-14 Alkane
SolventPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingGlycerin 20%, Water, Dimethicone, Panthenol, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Panthenyl Triacetate, Niacinamide, Naringenin, C15-23 Alkane, 1,2-Hexanediol, C13-14 Alkane, Phenoxyethanol, Decyl Glucoside, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about Niacinamide1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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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COLLISTAR Milano Salicylic Acid + Niacinamide Lotion 11 ingredients
Prequel Skin Utility Gel Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant 17 ingredients
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COLLISTAR Milano Salicylic Acid + Niacinamide Lotion 11 ingredients
Prequel Skin Utility Gel Multi-Purpose Skin Protectant 17 ingredients
I don’t usually do well with silicones but this product doesn’t seem to bother me. I have no idea why. I use a very strong retinoid (tazortene) every night and needed something to help repair my barrier. There are not a lot of products available to help with barrier repair that are FA safe. I’ve tried a lot and after using this for months now, I think I’ve settled on this one. This definitely Show more
Originally bought as a multi use hydration serum for my eyes and lips, but it definitely tastes and smells weird if you put it near your lips!
