Curesys Dark Spot AC Patch Versus HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch
Updated on February 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, 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, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Curesys Dark Spot AC Patch 12 ingredients
HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch 19 ingredients
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Curesys Dark Spot AC Patch 12 ingredients
HANHOO Dark Spot Brightening Patch 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Alloferon-1
BleachingSh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Aminopropyl Kojyl Phosphate
Skin ConditioningSucrose
HumectantMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Methylpropanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAscorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Hexacarboxymethyl Dipeptide-12
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBiotinoyl Hexapeptide-2 Amide
Skin Conditioning
Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23
Antioxidant
Sh-Oligopeptide-1 Alanyl Sr-Spider Oligopeptide-1
Skin Protecting
Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alloferon-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Niacinamide, Allantoin, Aminopropyl Kojyl Phosphate, Sucrose, Madecassoside, Sodium Chloride, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Hexacarboxymethyl Dipeptide-12, Ethylhexylglycerin, Biotinoyl Hexapeptide-2 Amide, Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23, Sh-Oligopeptide-1 Alanyl Sr-Spider Oligopeptide-1
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateNiacinamide 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 NiacinamideEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
1,2-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
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