Environ Skin Care Malachite-NP Complex Serience Night Serum Versus Biologique Recherche Serum Vivant
This anti-aging serum is formulated around Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 to soften the look of wrinkles.
This serum is formulated around Phytic Acid to brighten and soften signs of aging.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-26
Humectant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Tephrosia Purpurea Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningMalachite Extract
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
ChelatingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Glycereth-26, Polysorbate 20, N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Propanediol, Tephrosia Purpurea Seed Extract, Malachite Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
SolventYeast Extract
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Inulin
Skin Conditioning
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phytic Acid
Chelating
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Lens Esculenta Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingBacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa Fruit Extract
HumectantPhenylpropanol
Masking
Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Pistacia Lentiscus Gum
MaskingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingAlteromonas Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
Anethole
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Beta-Caryophyllene
Masking
Cinnamal
Perfuming
Cinnamyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientIsoeugenol
Perfuming
Levulinic Acid
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Pinene
Masking
Polylysine
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Yeast Extract, Propanediol, Inulin, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Maltodextrin, Xanthan Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Phytic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lens Esculenta Seed Extract, Bacillus Ferment, Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa Fruit Extract, Phenylpropanol, Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract, Lecithin, Pistacia Lentiscus Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Anethole, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Beta-Caryophyllene, Cinnamal, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Isoeugenol, Levulinic Acid, Linalool, Pinene, Polylysine, Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolPentylene Glycol (1,2-pentanediol) is a multitasking little diol with three main roles in a formula:
Research on alkanediols (the family pentylene glycol belongs to) show they work by disrupting microbial cell membranes. This disruption helps the primary preservative system in a product work more effectively at lower doses.
On the safety side, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel has concluded this ingredient to be safe as used in current cosmetic practices + concentrations.
Typical use levels in a formula run about 1-5%.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
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 PropanediolSodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
