Good Molecules Daily Brightening Serum Versus The Ordinary Amino Acids + B5
Updated on December 20, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, 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
Good Molecules Daily Brightening Serum 12 ingredients
The Ordinary Amino Acids + B5 26 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Good Molecules Daily Brightening Serum 12 ingredients
The Ordinary Amino Acids + B5 26 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventBetaine
Humectant
Sodium PCA
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Lactate
BufferingArginine
Masking
PCA
HumectantAspartic Acid
MaskingGlycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingSerine
MaskingThreonine
Valine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningLysine Hcl
Skin Conditioning
Histidine
HumectantPhenylalanine
MaskingGlutamic Acid
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientWater, Propanediol, Betaine, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Sodium Lactate, Arginine, PCA, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Threonine, Valine, Proline, Isoleucine, Lysine Hcl, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Glutamic Acid, Citric Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Polysorbate 20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, 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 Water1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
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 preservatives
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.
Learn more about PropanediolIngredient Ratings
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Good Molecules Daily Brightening Serum 12 ingredients
The Ordinary Amino Acids + B5 26 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Good Molecules Daily Brightening Serum 12 ingredients
I don’t notice a huge difference when using it in my routine but I do like it
Great hydrating product, containing both Hyla acid and Vitamin e oil this product is perfect for dehydrated skin (and lips)!
The Ordinary Amino Acids + B5 26 ingredients
Not good for me
I have dry skin and I thought this product would be great for me. It burned a little bit and broke me out like crazy after a few days of using. I gave it to my mom and it worked for her. Do not buy this if you have sensitive skin.
a thin, oil-like serum- do not buy if you hate any sort of greasy-like feeling. Worked amazing with my combination skin, especially through winter on any dry patches. Did not break me out and helped my skin to appear brighter and more even. While it is an oil based serum, it absorbs nicely and layers well with other serums considering they aren’t overdone. Product i have repurchased more than Show more
