Cvara Botanicals Majafirm Treatment Serum Versus Geek & Gorgeous Power Peptides Serum
Updated on August 27, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain peptides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Cvara Botanicals Majafirm Treatment Serum 51 ingredients
Geek & Gorgeous Power Peptides Serum 33 ingredients
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Cvara Botanicals Majafirm Treatment Serum 51 ingredients
Geek & Gorgeous Power Peptides Serum 33 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingAcetyl Heptapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Gold
Cosmetic ColorantPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50
Skin Conditioning
Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-52
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-18
Skin Conditioning
Withania Somnifera Root Extract
Skin ConditioningLeontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Hordeum Vulgare Extract
EmollientCucumis Sativus Seed Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil
Masking
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPhytosterols
Skin ConditioningLecithin
EmollientCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Emulsifying
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ceteth-10
EmulsifyingLaureth-4
Emulsifying
Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Polyvinyl Alcohol
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningVanillin
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isododecane, Glycerin, Cetyl Esters, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Acetyl Heptapeptide-9, Gold, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-52, Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-18, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Cucumis Sativus Seed Oil, Squalane, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Jojoba Esters, Allantoin, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Phytosterols, Lecithin, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Ceteareth-20, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ceteth-10, Laureth-4, Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3, Dimethicone, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Citric Acid, Polyvinyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Vanillin, Hydroxyacetophenone
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientDicaprylyl Ether
EmollientPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Emulsion Stabilising
Tetrapeptide-21
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Skin Conditioning
Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14
Skin Conditioning
Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Tapioca Starch
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingLactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPolyvinyl Alcohol
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Panthenol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Tetrapeptide-21, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Saccharide Isomerate, Allantoin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Tapioca Starch, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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 GlycerinThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideHeptapeptide-15 Palmitate isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholButylene 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.
This ingredient is a combination of two AHAs, lactic acid and glycolic acid. It has exfoliating properties
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidWe don't have a description for Polyvinyl Alcohol yet.
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Cvara Botanicals Majafirm Treatment Serum 51 ingredients
Geek & Gorgeous Power Peptides Serum 33 ingredients
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Cvara Botanicals Majafirm Treatment Serum 51 ingredients
This product really plumps and firms after 2 to 3 weeks of consistent use around crows feet and lip lines.
Geek & Gorgeous Power Peptides Serum 33 ingredients
Well I didn’t really want to write this review cause I didn’t want the secret to get out but this stuff is amazing!!!! It’s affordable, hydrating, works as intended and just overall a holy grail product! If you’re looking for a peptide serum that won’t break the bank check it out. It’s a milky lightweight texture that applies beautifully and sinks right in I wait about a minute before following Show more
