Dr. Jart+ Cicapair™ Tiger Grass Serum Versus MEDI-PEEL Bio-Intense Glutathione White Ampoule
Updated on August 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Jart+ Cicapair™ Tiger Grass Serum 38 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Bio-Intense Glutathione White Ampoule 53 ingredients
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Dr. Jart+ Cicapair™ Tiger Grass Serum 38 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Bio-Intense Glutathione White Ampoule 53 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventEryngium Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ilex Aquifolium Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAchillea Millefolium Oil
Cleansing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
C12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingStreptococcus Thermophilus Ferment
HumectantCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Dna
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Dextrin
AbsorbentTheobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hedera Helix Extract
AntimicrobialAsiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Chloride
AstringentCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Magnesium Sulfate
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Eryngium Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Ilex Aquifolium Leaf Extract, Achillea Millefolium Oil, Panthenol, Chondrus Crispus Extract, C12-14 Pareth-12, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Streptococcus Thermophilus Ferment, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Madecassoside, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Dna, Disodium EDTA, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Asiaticoside, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Hedera Helix Extract, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Calcium Chloride, Centella Asiatica Extract, Magnesium Sulfate
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glutathione
Cetearyl Olivate
Polyacrylamide
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningC13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Pulsatilla Koreana Extract
Skin ConditioningUsnea Barbata Extract
Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Triethanolamine
BufferingParfum
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingMalva Sylvestris Extract
AstringentMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPrimula Veris Extract
Skin ConditioningVeronica Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingGeraniol
Perfuming
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Morus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningPhyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract
HumectantTrichosanthes Kirilowii Root Extract
Skin ProtectingPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Arachidonate
Emollient
Glyceryl Linolenate
Emollient
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicFolic Acid
Skin ConditioningPyridoxine
Skin ConditioningRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Thiamine Hcl
MaskingCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-29
Antioxidant
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningOligopeptide-32
Antiseborrhoeic
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Water, Niacinamide, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glutathione, Cetearyl Olivate, Polyacrylamide, Sorbitan Olivate, 1,2-Hexanediol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Usnea Barbata Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Triethanolamine, Parfum, Glycerin, Laureth-7, Butylene Glycol, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Ethylhexylglycerin, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Malva Sylvestris Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Primula Veris Extract, Veronica Officinalis Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Geraniol, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Trichosanthes Kirilowii Root Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Benzyl Benzoate, Panthenol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Arachidonate, Glyceryl Linolenate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Biotin, Folic Acid, Pyridoxine, Retinyl Palmitate, Thiamine Hcl, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-29, Cyanocobalamin, Oligopeptide-32, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
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 GlycerinButylene 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.
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
Niacinamide 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 NiacinamidePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
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Dr. Jart+ Cicapair™ Tiger Grass Serum 38 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Bio-Intense Glutathione White Ampoule 53 ingredients
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Dr. Jart+ Cicapair™ Tiger Grass Serum 38 ingredients
Completely changed my skin for the better. Had terrible cystic adult acne for 3 straight years because of a messed up skin barrier. This product completely revived my skin to its former glory and nursed my skin barrier back to health.
Makes my skin less red
