Dr. Lewinns Ultra R4 Collagen Surge Plumping Gel Versus Medik8 Copper PCA Peptides Mineral Antioxidant Peptide Serum
Updated on July 25, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain peptides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Lewinns Ultra R4 Collagen Surge Plumping Gel 43 ingredients
Medik8 Copper PCA Peptides Mineral Antioxidant Peptide Serum 37 ingredients
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Dr. Lewinns Ultra R4 Collagen Surge Plumping Gel 43 ingredients
Medik8 Copper PCA Peptides Mineral Antioxidant Peptide Serum 37 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningStearyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Copper Lysinate/Prolinate
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Aminobutyric Acid
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Keratin
HumectantAgar
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentPvp
Emulsion StabilisingPolyvinyl Alcohol
Polyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Acrylates Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Methylglucoside Phosphate
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Polyvinyl Acetate
Emulsion StabilisingPolysilicone-11
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCholesterol
Emollient
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Stearyl Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Copper Lysinate/Prolinate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide 3, Aminobutyric Acid, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Agar, Phenoxyethanol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Polyacrylate, Pvp, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Acrylates Copolymer, Parfum, Laureth-7, Disodium EDTA, Methylglucoside Phosphate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polyvinyl Acetate, Polysilicone-11, CI 77120, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cholesterol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Phytosphingosine, Benzyl Salicylate, Cinnamal, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, CI 77491
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Polyacrylamide
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Copper PCA
HumectantNiacinamide
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingPolysilicone-11
Triethanolamine
BufferingAminobutyric Acid
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Superoxide Dismutase
Antioxidant
Tromethamine
BufferingSodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearic Acid, Polyacrylamide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Phenoxyethanol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Cetearyl Alcohol, Copper PCA, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Benzyl Alcohol, Laureth-7, Polysilicone-11, Triethanolamine, Aminobutyric Acid, CI 77120, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Dehydroacetic Acid, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Superoxide Dismutase, Tromethamine, Sodium Metabisulfite
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 GlycerinGinseng Root helps increase skin hydration, soothe skin, even out skin tone, and improve the appearance of wrinkles.
This ingredient helps improve blood circulation and oxygen flow while giving skin a boost in nutrients. Ginseng root contains both Vitamin D and B12. Both of these vitamins help boost collagen production in your skin. Collagen gives you skin the appearance of looking plump and firm.
Studies also show ginseng may help with hyperpigmentation. Ginseng disrupts the production of tyrosinase, an enzyme that starts the process of skin darkening.
Historically, people in East Asia have used ginseng as both food and medicine.
Learn more about Panax Ginseng Root ExtractThis extract comes from Purslane, a succulent. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.
Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.
Fun fact: Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.
Nowadays, purslane is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.
Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea ExtractCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractAminobutyric Acid is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Studies have shown Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid may reduce hyperpigmentation.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Polyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.
Polyacrylamide is low-toxicity. If source properly, it is deemed safe to use in cosmetics.
It should be noted the precursor to Polyacrylamide is acrylamide. Acrylamide is a carcinogen. Most reputable sources of Polyacrylamide will screen for residual acrylamide to make sure the count is in a safe range. Acrylamide is not able to be absorbed through the skin.
We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about PolyacrylamideC13-14 Isoparaffin is created from petroleum-based mineral oils. It is an emollient and helps thicken a product.
As an emollient, it helps keep the skin soft and smooth by creating a barrier on top. This barrier traps moisture in, keeping the skin hydrated.
C13-14 Isoparaffin may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about C13-14 IsoparaffinLaureth-7 is created by the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol using ethylene oxide. Lauryl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with hydrating properties.
This ingredient is an emulsifier and cleansing ingredient. As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps cleanse the skin by gathering dirt, oil, and pollutants to be rinsed away.
Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneWe don't have a description for Polysilicone-11 yet.
We don't have a description for CI 77120 yet.
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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