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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule versus COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule .

Last updated on January 31, 2024. Published on October 03, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe ampoules. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

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Ampoule

Ampoules are created to target one area of concern. They are usually highly concentrated with active or beneficial ingredients.

Ampoule

Ampoules are created to target one area of concern. They are usually highly concentrated with active or beneficial ingredients.

Price

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Buy Propolis Light Ampoule

Starts at $15.39
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Starts at $16.09

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
ph level
6.5
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Scar Healing
Brightening
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 3.

COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 4.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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.

Betaine is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies show betaine may help with uneven skin tones.

Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The form found within cosmetic products can be either plant-dervied or synthetic.

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COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 4.

COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 6.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 5.

COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 5.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 10.

COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule contains this as ingredient number 16.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

45% are loved or liked
36% have mixed ratings
9% are disliked or very disliked
9% have no rating yet
56% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
19% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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COSRX Propolis Light Ampoule 11 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 13 ratings
Absorbs Well (3) Hydrating (2) No Scent (2) Works Well (2) Light (1)
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blackbarbie

7 months ago · Unsure Skin
Review

Smoothed my skin healed my skin barrier

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Nikeena

8 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Helps to soothe redness, acne, and acne scars.

COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule 16 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings

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