G.M. Collin Hyaluronic Filler Serum Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant - US
Updated on December 05, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
G.M. Collin Hyaluronic Filler Serum 57 ingredients
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant 8 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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G.M. Collin Hyaluronic Filler Serum 57 ingredients
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant 8 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC15-19 Alkane
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oil/Hydrogenated Moringa Oil Esters
Skin Conditioning
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Propanediol
SolventCitrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLens Esculenta Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Polyglutamate
HumectantPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Methylglucoside Phosphate
Skin ConditioningSodium PCA
HumectantCopper Lysinate/Prolinate
Skin ConditioningPlankton Extract
Skin ConditioningApium Graveolens Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract
Perfuming
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Glucomannan
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Emulsion Stabilising
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Lactate
BufferingParfum
Masking
Ethylene Brassylate
MaskingTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Trioleate
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingLecithin
EmollientPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Pullulan
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientLactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPhenylpropanol
Masking
Polyvinyl Alcohol
Water, C15-19 Alkane, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Pentylene Glycol, Moringa Oil/Hydrogenated Moringa Oil Esters, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Propanediol, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract, Sodium Polyglutamate, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Methylglucoside Phosphate, Sodium PCA, Copper Lysinate/Prolinate, Plankton Extract, Apium Graveolens Seed Extract, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Glucomannan, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Lactate, Parfum, Ethylene Brassylate, Trihydroxystearin, Sorbitan Trioleate, Carbomer, Sclerotium Gum, Lecithin, Polysorbate 20, Pullulan, Caprylyl Glycol, Silica, Glyceryl Caprylate, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Phenylpropanol, Polyvinyl Alcohol
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 WaterButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Ingredient Ratings
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G.M. Collin Hyaluronic Filler Serum 57 ingredients
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant 8 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
G.M. Collin Hyaluronic Filler Serum 57 ingredients
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant 8 ingredients
The first night I used Paula’s choice exfoliant just once, it cleaned up my skin scraping it whole, I was left GLOWING but it felt kind of tight like I had been using corsx salicylic acid for 3 days straight, it takes some getting used to, to the extent that the instructions literally say to start off once a week and slowly build your usage up overtime, it’s really strong but does the job well. Show more
Blackheads? Gone. Dry flakes? Gone. Nose? Smooth. Clogged pores who? My skin tends to be sensitive at times but it could easily handle this product.
