COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule Versus The Outset Gentle Micellar Antioxidant Cleanser
Updated on February 27, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule 16 ingredients
The Outset Gentle Micellar Antioxidant Cleanser 42 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule 16 ingredients
The Outset Gentle Micellar Antioxidant Cleanser 42 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningOctanediol
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventDecyl Glucoside
CleansingCaprylyl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glucoside
CleansingCassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Extract
EmollientCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water
MaskingCitrus Limon Fruit Water
MaskingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Serine
MaskingAlanine
MaskingGlycine
Buffering
Lysine Hcl
Skin Conditioning
Threonine
Arginine
Masking
Proline
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate
Emollient
Heptyl Glucoside
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dehydroxanthan Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingGlyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlutamic Acid
HumectantPCA
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Betaine
Humectant
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
HumectantWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Decyl Glucoside, Caprylyl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glucoside, Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water, Citrus Limon Fruit Water, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, Lysine Hcl, Threonine, Arginine, Proline, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate, Heptyl Glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Caprylyl Glycol, Glutamic Acid, PCA, Citric Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Tocopherol, Betaine, Potassium Hydroxide, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA
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 GlycerinBetaine 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 BetaineIngredient Ratings
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COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule 16 ingredients
The Outset Gentle Micellar Antioxidant Cleanser 42 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule 16 ingredients
It’s hydrating but makes me get small pimples all over my face :(
Thankfully not sticky like other CosRx products, but this literally does nothing, it’s the equivalent to putting some water on your skin that’s it. So far, of all the soothing serums/ampoules I’ve tried, only the anua heartleaf ampoule has shown some result.
