Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum versus Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum .
Published on September 27, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe serums. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum 21 ingredients
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum 28 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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e.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum 21 ingredients
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum 28 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
e.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum 21 ingredients
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum 28 ingredients
Water • Niacinamide • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Salix Nigra Bark Extract • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil • Sodium Hyaluronate • Panthenol • Squalane • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Xanthan Gum • Sorbitan Isostearate • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Polysorbate 60 • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylyl Glycol • Limonene • Geraniol • Linalool • Parfum
Water • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Hexyldecanol • Hexyldecyl Laurate • Squalane • Tocopheryl Acetate • Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate • Palmitoyl Grapevine Shoot Extract • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Parfum • Sorbitan Laurate • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Hyaluronic Acid • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester • Sodium Phytate • Tocopherol • Linalool • Limonene • Coumarin • Butylphenyl Methylpropional
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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 Watere.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Glycerine.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
e.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about Squalanee.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 9.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
This is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.
It is also an emulsifer, meaning it prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It also helps evenly disperse other ingredients.
e.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
Hydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.
Hydroxyethylcellulose helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.
This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.
Learn more about Hydroxyethylcellulosee.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.
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.
e.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl Glycole.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about Limonenee.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 26.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about Linaloole.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 25.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about Parfume.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.
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e.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum 21 ingredients
Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum 28 ingredients
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e.l.f. cosmetics Oil Control Pore Minimizing Serum 21 ingredients
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