G9 Skin Bouncy Super B Serum Versus Mary & May Idebenone + Blackberry Complex Serum
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 10 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, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
G9 Skin Bouncy Super B Serum 33 ingredients
Mary & May Idebenone + Blackberry Complex Serum 16 ingredients
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G9 Skin Bouncy Super B Serum 33 ingredients
Mary & May Idebenone + Blackberry Complex Serum 16 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingVaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentRubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
BufferingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantAtelocollagen
Skin Conditioning
Desamido Collagen
Skin Conditioning
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Collagen
Moisturising
Collagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Procollagen
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 17200, CI 19140, Atelocollagen, Desamido Collagen, Soluble Collagen, Collagen, Collagen Amino Acids, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Procollagen
Water
Skin ConditioningRubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlycereth-26
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingArginine
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientWater, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycereth-26, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Arginine, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol
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.
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 Glycerin1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
This extract comes from the blueberry native to North America. It has great antioxidant and skin soothing properties.
The antioxidant properties from blueberries come from its polyphenolic and vitamin C content. Polyphenols are a compound famous for their antioxidant properties and are commonly found in fruits.
A 2023 study found blueberries to protect skin from UV-B related inflammation. However, this ingredient should not replace your sunscreen.
Learn more about Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit ExtractThis extract comes from the Cabbage Palm, AKA the Açaà berry! It has skin soothing, antioxidant, and anti-aging properties.
Acai berries are rich in antioxidants, including ferulic acid (The famous vitamin C stabilizer). Antioxidants protect your skin against damaging free-radical molecules.
You can also find carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, minerals, vitamin A, and Vitamin C in these berries.
Learn more about Euterpe Oleracea Fruit ExtractBlackberry extract is rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C. The majority of antioxidants include flavonoid, phenolic, and anthocyanins.
Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution. This may help reduce the symptoms related to aging.
Vitamin C contains many skin benefits.
Learn more about Rubus Fruticosus Fruit ExtractPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate is an ester of lauric acid and Polyglycerin-10.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate is a cleansing agent and emulsifier. It helps gather dirt, oil, and other pollutants to be rinsed away. As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating, such as oil and water.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-10 LaurateCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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G9 Skin Bouncy Super B Serum 33 ingredients
Mary & May Idebenone + Blackberry Complex Serum 16 ingredients
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G9 Skin Bouncy Super B Serum 33 ingredients
Mary & May Idebenone + Blackberry Complex Serum 16 ingredients
This serum didn't do too much for my skin. I could remove it from my routine, but there was no change. However, it's a good serum if it works for you!
I really like it. It has a slightly gel texture. It's not greasy. And I feel it hydrates. Plus antioxidants protect from daily damage. I will buy again
