Updated on August 06, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
ECOOKING Vitamin C Serum 20 ingredients
FaceTheory Exaglow Serum S10 15 ingredients
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ECOOKING Vitamin C Serum 20 ingredients
FaceTheory Exaglow Serum S10 15 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
MaskingAscorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Sodium PCA
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCucumis Sativus Fruit Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningMaris Aqua
HumectantPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium PCA, Xanthan Gum, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Levulinate, Maris Aqua, Potassium Sorbate, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, 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 WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
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 PropanediolGlycerin 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 GlycerinSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSodium levulinate is the a sodium salt of Levulinic Acid. If dissolved in an aqueous solution, the two ingredients become identical.
It is a skin conditioning agent, meaning it helps soften and hydrate your skin.
According to Cosmetic Ingredient Review, the highest amounts of sodium levulinate are found in mouthwashes at 0.62%.
Learn more about Sodium LevulinatePotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateCitric 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 AcidIngredient Ratings
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ECOOKING Vitamin C Serum 20 ingredients
FaceTheory Exaglow Serum S10 15 ingredients
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ECOOKING Vitamin C Serum 20 ingredients
FaceTheory Exaglow Serum S10 15 ingredients
Takes away and prevents hyperpigmentation. Awesome stuff
great ingredients if you're trying to fade hyperpigmentation, bit expensive though.
