Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Essence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump versus Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum .
Published on March 17, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or silicones
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Face Primer
A base to help makeup products last longer on the face or to help control shine.
Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
Ingredient Info
Essence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump 23 ingredients
Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum 11 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
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 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
At a glance
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Essence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump 23 ingredients
Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum 11 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Essence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump 23 ingredients
Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum 11 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Water • Pentylene Glycol • Squalane • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopherol • Xanthan Gum • Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate • Sodium Oleoyl Sarcosinate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Gluconate • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Oleate • Sodium Sulfate • Citric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Parfum • CI 42090
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterEssence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump contains this as ingredient number 1.
Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Sodium 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 HyaluronateEssence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump contains this as ingredient number 9.
Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 AcidEssence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump contains this as ingredient number 19.
Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
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.
Essence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump contains this as ingredient number 20.
Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 BenzoateEssence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump contains this as ingredient number 21.
Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Essence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump 23 ingredients
Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum 11 ingredients
Usage
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When to use
Essence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump 23 ingredients
Catrice Hydro Supercharged Serum 11 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Essence Primer Serum Hydrate & Plump 23 ingredients
RasberryIce
This thing burns whenever I put it on my skin and makes it red. Honestly don't even know why, the ingredients seem good and it's even...
This thing burns whenever I put it on my skin and makes it red. Honestly don't even know why, the ingredients seem good and it's even non-comedogenic, but it's simply very unpleasant on my skin...
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