Cos De BAHA Vitamin C Facial Serum With MSM Versus Bellflower Vitamin C 20% Serum
Updated on October 30, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe serums. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Cos De BAHA Vitamin C Facial Serum With MSM 20 ingredients
Bellflower Vitamin C 20% Serum 25 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Cos De BAHA Vitamin C Facial Serum With MSM 20 ingredients
Bellflower Vitamin C 20% Serum 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Glycereth-26
HumectantDimethyl Sulfone
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ferulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract
RefreshingMomordica Charantia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLeontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Propanediol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Glycereth-26, Dimethyl Sulfone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ferulic Acid, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract, Momordica Charantia Fruit Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventAscorbic Acid 20%
Antioxidant
Betaine
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglycerin-3
HumectantTromethamine
Buffering3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Ferulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningDextrin
AbsorbentNiacinamide
Smoothing
Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningPotassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningWater, Propanediol, Ascorbic Acid 20%, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Tromethamine, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ferulic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Dextrin, Niacinamide, Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about Propanediol1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineFerulic Acid is a plant based antioxidant. By fighting free-radicals, ferulic acid can help reduce the formation of fine lines and hyperpigmentation.
When used with Vitamin C, Ferulic Acid has shown to prevent Vitamin C from breaking down. In other words, it acts as a stabilizer.
Ferulic Acid is sometimes used to preserve food. Foods containing Ferulic Acid include: oats, rice, eggplant, citrus.
In medicine, Ferulic Acid is being studied for helping with diabetes, Alzheimer's, and cardiovascular diseases.
Learn more about Ferulic AcidSodium 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 HyaluronateIngredient Ratings
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Cos De BAHA Vitamin C Facial Serum With MSM 20 ingredients
Bellflower Vitamin C 20% Serum 25 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Cos De BAHA Vitamin C Facial Serum With MSM 20 ingredients
A super affordable, super hydrating, multi-purpose serum. Since this uses a derivative of Vitamin C it is gentler, more stable, and not as acidic as the pure form. The vitamin E also helps to boost absorption.
I have combination, Rosacea sensitive, and acne prone skin. This has caused zero irritation, redness, or acne for me.
Have been using this daily for about a month and I find myself Show more
