Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence versus Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice .
Last updated on August 07, 2023. Published on August 10, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe essences. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Essence
Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.
Essence
Essences are used to prep skin for further treatment and may provide extra skin benefits. They are usually used before serum and moisturizers. Essences are thought to have originated in either Japan or Korea and is an essential step in K-Beauty.
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Ingredient Info
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence 42 ingredients
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice 38 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
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:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice 38 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence 42 ingredients
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice 38 ingredients
Water • Lactic Acid • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Sodium Hydroxide • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Phytic Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Glycerin • Betula Alba Juice • Citric Acid • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Trideceth-9 • Sodium Benzoate • Tocopherol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Tartaric Acid • Parfum • Potassium Sorbate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Polysorbate 60 • Sorbitan Isostearate • Yeast Extract • Propylene Glycol • T-Butyl Alcohol • Papain • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylyl Glycol • Behenyl Alcohol • Benzyl Salicylate • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Chlorphenesin • Tuber Aestivum Extract • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Stearyl Alcohol • Protease • Subtilisin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Water • Peg-8 • Glycerin • Urea • Sodium Polyacrylate • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Trideceth-9 • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Phenoxyethanol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate • Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract • Citrus Nobilis Fruit Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Coconut Alkanes • Disodium EDTA • Parfum • Chondrus Crispus Extract • Propylene Glycol • Limonene • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Benzyl Alcohol • Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract • Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Dehydroacetic Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Rhizobian Gum • Sodium Hyaluronate • Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid • Chlorphenesin • Centella Asiatica Extract
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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 WaterElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 1.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 2.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 8.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 GlycerinElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 9.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 4.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 11.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 36.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 12.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 7.
We don't have a description for Trideceth-9.
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 13.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 14.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 35.
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 ParfumElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 18.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 SorbateElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 19.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 31.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 20.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 29.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 24.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 LimoneneElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 28.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 21.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinElemis Dynamic Resurfacing Essence contains this as ingredient number 34.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice contains this as ingredient number 37.
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