Herbitage The Concentrate 25.8 Serum Booster Versus innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule
Updated on December 10, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, retinoid and Vitamin E
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, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Herbitage The Concentrate 25.8 Serum Booster 45 ingredients
innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule 35 ingredients
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Herbitage The Concentrate 25.8 Serum Booster 45 ingredients
innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule 35 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Fruit Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Bisabolol
Masking
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Bromelain
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Sodium PCA
HumectantUrea
Buffering
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
BHT
Antioxidant
PEG-75 Stearate
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGossypium Herbaceum Extract
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
HumectantC9-11 Pareth-6
EmulsifyingCeteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingPropanediol
SolventTriethanolamine
BufferingSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Polyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Triacetin
AntimicrobialGardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Benzoate
Masking
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantPolyacrylamide
Water, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Butylene Glycol, Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Fruit Ferment Filtrate, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Bisabolol, Bakuchiol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Bromelain, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Sodium PCA, Urea, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, BHT, PEG-75 Stearate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Gossypium Herbaceum Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Retinal, Trehalose, C9-11 Pareth-6, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Propanediol, Triethanolamine, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polyquaternium-51, Gluconolactone, Triacetin, Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate, Polyacrylamide
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Cholesterol
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate
CleansingPropanediol
SolventDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract
Humectant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningRetinol
Skin Conditioning
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Mannitol
HumectantCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningPhytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Dibutyl Adipate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Cholesterol, Allantoin, Glycine Soja Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate, Propanediol, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract, Asiatic Acid, Retinol, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Hyaluronic Acid, Mannitol, Ceramide NP, Beta-Glucan, Beta-Carotene, Phytosphingosine, BHT, Salicylic Acid, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11
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 WaterNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideGlycerin 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 GlycerinButylene 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.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinBHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTPropanediol 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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Herbitage The Concentrate 25.8 Serum Booster 45 ingredients
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Herbitage The Concentrate 25.8 Serum Booster 45 ingredients
innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule 35 ingredients
I was told to start with a low concentration of retinol to avoid irritation, so I bought this, but it feels like the concentration is too low. It was just hydrating, almost like a regular moisture serum. Next time, I'll go for a serum with a higher retinol concentration.
