Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Estée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion versus Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment .
Last updated on July 17, 2023. Published on May 01, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe essences. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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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
Estée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion 27 ingredients
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment 26 ingredients
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 🎉
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 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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 🎉
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Estée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion 27 ingredients
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment 26 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Estée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion 27 ingredients
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment 26 ingredients
Water • Propanediol • Niacinamide • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Porphyridium Cruentum Extract • Lactobacillus Ferment • Hydrolyzed Rice Extract • Punica Granatum Extract • Zinc PCA • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Caffeine • Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Sucrose • Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Hydroxide • Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate • Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Phenoxyethanol
Water • Bifida Ferment Lysate • Propanediol • Peg-75 • Lactobacillus Ferment • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Acetyl Glucosamine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract • Caffeine • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Hydrolyzed Rice Extract • Betaine • Maltodextrin • Carbomer • Tromethamine • Citric Acid • Trehalose • Butylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Ppg-5-Ceteth-20 • Pentylene Glycol • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Citrate • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate
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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 WaterEstée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 1.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
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 PropanediolEstée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Estée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 19.
Lactobacillus Ferment is created by fermenting the Lactobacillus bacteria. It helps keep our skin's natural barrier and microbiome healthy.
Studies show lactobacillus ferment to be effective at repairing the skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier helps keep your skin healthy and hydrated. It also protects against bad bacteria.
As a probiotic/prebiotic/postbiotic, Lactobacillus ferment can help regular our natural biome. In fact, one study found a lack of diversity in our natural skin biome can trigger acne.
Learn more about Lactobacillus FermentEstée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 8.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Rice Extract.
Estée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 9.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 12.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateEstée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 12.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 HyaluronateEstée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 14.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 8.
Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and anti-aging.
Caffeine is an antioxidants, which help with the signs of aging. This is because antioxidants help fight skin-damaging free radical molecules.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineEstée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 15.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 AcidEstée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 20.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 17.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateEstée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 21.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 24.
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 GlycolEstée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 22.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 20.
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.
Estée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion contains this as ingredient number 27.
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment contains this as ingredient number 25.
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Estée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion 27 ingredients
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment 26 ingredients
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Estée Lauder Nutritious Radiant Essence Lotion 27 ingredients
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This helped repair your skin barrier and it didn’t break you out
It does take a while for it to sink in though
Estée Lauder Micro Essence Treatment Lotion With Bio-Ferment 26 ingredients
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