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Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb Versus Boots Ingredients AHA BHA Serum

Serum
Serum
Hungarian Brand Hungary
British Brand United Kingdom

Updated on August 28, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients

Boots Ingredients AHA BHA Serum 10 ingredients

About this product

About this product

At a glance

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Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients

Boots Ingredients AHA BHA Serum 10 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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Solvent

Propanediol 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.

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Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming

Xanthan 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.

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When to use

Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients

Boots Ingredients AHA BHA Serum 10 ingredients

182 Routines
42% use in am
59% use in pm
88% use every day
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13 Routines
8% use in am
92% use in pm
77% use every day

Reviews

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Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb 11 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 6 ratings
Absorbs Well (2) Great Value (2) Works Well (2)
LizaZhytkova_501's avatar

LizaZhytkova_501

11 months ago
Review

Broke me out in a rash within 2 days, I think the 10% concentration is way too high for sensitive skin.

#broke me out
#irritating
FaaW._243's avatar

FaaW._243

1 year ago
Review

Better niacinamide serum than The Ordinary for me.

Boots Ingredients AHA BHA Serum 10 ingredients

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