COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule Versus Acwell Phyto Active Balancing Ampoule
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe ampoules. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule 11 ingredients
Acwell Phyto Active Balancing Ampoule 56 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule 11 ingredients
Acwell Phyto Active Balancing Ampoule 56 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventBetaine
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Ether
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin ProtectingEclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sciadopitys Verticillata Root Extract
AntimicrobialSalvia Miltiorrhiza Root Extract
Skin ConditioningDioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningTheobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Panax Ginseng Berry Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingMethylpropanediol
SolventAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTromethamine
BufferingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Fructooligosaccharides
HumectantBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Dextrin
AbsorbentPolyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycosphingolipids
EmollientPhospholipids
Skin ConditioningGlycine
Buffering
Glutamic Acid
HumectantLeucine
Skin ConditioningSerine
MaskingAspartic Acid
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningMethionine
Skin ConditioningValine
MaskingSodium Citrate
BufferingCysteine
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningAlanine
MaskingArginine
Masking
Cholesterol
Emollient
Tyrosine
MaskingThreonine
Phenylalanine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningHistidine
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Betaine, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Sciadopitys Verticillata Root Extract, Salvia Miltiorrhiza Root Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panax Ginseng Berry Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Methylpropanediol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Tromethamine, Adenosine, Fructooligosaccharides, Beta-Glucan, Dextrin, Polyquaternium-51, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Saccharide Isomerate, Butylene Glycol, Glycosphingolipids, Phospholipids, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Leucine, Serine, Aspartic Acid, Lysine, Methionine, Valine, Sodium Citrate, Cysteine, Citric Acid, Isoleucine, Alanine, Arginine, Cholesterol, Tyrosine, Threonine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Histidine, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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 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 Betaine1,2-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
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineIngredient Ratings
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COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule 11 ingredients
Acwell Phyto Active Balancing Ampoule 56 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule 11 ingredients
Repurchase, repurchase, repurchase!
I have very sensitive acne prone combination skin with multiple deep acne scars, and it's an absolute staple of my skincare routine.
I'm on my 4th ampoule right now, and absolutely recommend it if you want to get rid of acne scars without ruining your skin barrier with more aggressive ingredients, but you have to commit to it!
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Helps to soothe redness, acne, and acne scars.
