Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum versus Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum .
Published on June 21, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum 41 ingredients
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum 30 ingredients
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Dr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum 41 ingredients
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum 30 ingredients
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Dr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum 41 ingredients
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum 30 ingredients
Water • Propanediol • Glycerin • Xanthan Gum • Triheptanoin • Phenoxyethanol • Dimethicone • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Glycine Soja Germ Extract • Hydrogenated Polydecene • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Glycine • Sorbitol • Lecithin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil • Proline • Phospholipids • Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Hydroxyproline • Alanine • Glutamic Acid • Decarboxy Carnosine Hcl • Butylene Glycol • Arginine • Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Adenosine • Disodium EDTA • Methylsilanol Hydroxyproline Aspartate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Pentylene Glycol • Salicylic Acid • Benzyl Alcohol • Tocopherol • Potassium Sorbate • Acetyl Hexapeptide-20 • Linalool • Limonene • Geraniol
Water • Sodium Bicarbonate • Ketoglutaric Acid • Ascorbic Acid • Glycine • Propanediol • Proline • Lysine • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Alanine • Zinc Gluconate • Dimethicone • Alcohol Denat. • Citrus Grandis Peel Oil • Uncaria Tomentosa Extract • Copper Gluconate • Acetyl Cysteine • Phospholipids • Tocopheryl Acetate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract • Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract • Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate • Glycerin • Magnesium Chloride • Butylene Glycol • Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate • Xanthan Gum • Benzyl Alcohol • Potassium Sorbate
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterDr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolDr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 GlycerinDr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumDr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Dr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Glycine is an amino acid that helps build proteins. It is already present in our skin as our bodies produce them naturally.
Glycine helps keep skin hydrated and reduce signs of aging. Amino acids help transport moisture throughout our skin; glycine already plays a role in helping keep our skin moisturized.
As collagen is made up of glycine and other amino acids, it is believed Glycine may help our skin produce more collagen. Collagen helps keep skin plump and firm.
Learn more about GlycineDr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Proline is an amino-acid. It helps moisturize the skin and plays an important role in creating proteins.
Proline is one of the building blocks for producing collagen. As we age, our bodies produce less collagen. Collagen helps the skin look plump and firm.
In medicine, proline is used as an osmoprotectant. This means it helps prevent oxidative degradation in other drugs.
Our bodies are able to produce proline naturally, but certain conditions may inhibit this production. In that case, proline can be obtained from eating egg whites, soy protein, dairy products, asparagus, mushrooms, and seaweed.
Learn more about ProlineDr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Phospholipids are naturally found in our skin as they are the main component of cell membranes. Phospholipids have humectant, emollient, antioxidant properties.
The phospholipids in our skin can be naturally depleted. Replenishing the phospholipids in our skin can help hydrate your skin. Due to their hygroscopic nature, they act as humectants and emollients. Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin, while emollients help trap moisture in. This ingredient is non-occlusive.
Studies show phospholipids display antioxidant activity and may help with reducing the signs of aging.
Phospholipids are complex lipids that contain glycerin, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group. Some foods that contain phospholipids include soybeans and milk. The phospholipids found in soy come from Lecithin. This ingredient can also be synthetically created.
Some types of phospholipids:
Learn more about PhospholipidsDr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Alanine is an amino acid and is already found in the human body.
Alanine has antioxidant properties and can help with anti-aging.
Alanine is used by fibrous proteins such as collagen, elastin, and keratin. These three help make a strong skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier leads to more plump and youthful skin.
Learn more about AlanineDr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 22.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Dr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 26.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholDr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateDr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum contains this as ingredient number 30.
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Dr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum 41 ingredients
Osmosis Beauty Catalyst AC-11 DNA Repair C Serum 30 ingredients
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Dr. Brandt Skincare Collagen Serum 41 ingredients
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