Hero Cosmetics Pore Release Versus Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Hero Cosmetics Pore Release versus Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution .

Published on March 19, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA and PHA

Suited For

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

Free From

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

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Hero Cosmetics Pore Release

Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution

Exfoliator American Brand United States

Toner American Brand United States

Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.

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Ingredient Info

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Hero Cosmetics Pore Release 19 ingredients

Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution 18 ingredients

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

At a glance

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Hero Cosmetics Pore Release 19 ingredients

Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution 18 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

AHA

BHA

PHA

Benefits

Hydrating

Good For Oily Skin (2)

Redness Reducing

Reduces Irritation

Skin Texture (2)

Reduces Large Pores (2)

Anti-Aging (2)

Dark Spots

Scar Healing (2)

Acne Fighting

Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying

Irritating (2)

Rosacea (2)

Eczema

Notable Ingredients

AHA (2)

PHA

Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Hydrating

Good For Oily Skin

Skin Texture (2)

Reduces Large Pores (2)

Anti-Aging (2)

Dark Spots

Scar Healing

Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin

Acne Trigger

Irritating (2)

Rosacea (3)

Eczema

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Hero Cosmetics Pore Release 19 ingredients

Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution 18 ingredients

Water • Butylene Glycol • Gluconolactone • Arginine • Salicylic Acid • Glycolic Acid • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Nelumbo Nucifera Root Water • Glycerin • Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract • Biosaccharide Gum-1 • Sodium Levulinate • Glyceryl Caprylate • Maltodextrin • Sodium Anisate • Sodium Hydroxide • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid

Water • Glycolic Acid • Gluconolactone • Mandelic Acid • Potassium Hydroxide • Cetearyl Alcohol • Lysolecithin • Sclerotium Gum • Coco-Glucoside • Sodium Benzoate • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Sodium Gluconate • Pullulan • Xanthan Gum • Glycerin • Silica • Calcium Gluconate • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

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Ingredients Explained

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Water

What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Hero Cosmetics Pore Release contains this as ingredient number 1.

Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution contains this as ingredient number 1.

Gluconolactone

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Loved

Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs have a larger structure than AHAs and BHAs and are more gentle. It is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.

When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This helps improve texture and brightens the skin.

Gluconolactone is a humectant and helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.

PHAs also exhibit antioxidant activity by neutralizing free-radical molecules. This can help with anti-aging.

In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells. However, we still recommend wearing SPF especially after using exfoliating ingredients.

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Hero Cosmetics Pore Release contains this as ingredient number 3.

Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution contains this as ingredient number 3.

Glycolic Acid

What it does: Buffering

Community Rating: Loved

Glycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with research to back up its benefits. Its main role is to peel the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Glycolic Acid has shown to boost collage production, a protein that helps skin stay firm. Overall, Glycolic Acid helps with improving uneven tone, rough patches of skin, fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage. It also increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.

When applying Glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging. The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product.

Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Hero Cosmetics Pore Release contains this as ingredient number 6.

Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution contains this as ingredient number 2.

Glycerin

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Hero Cosmetics Pore Release contains this as ingredient number 9.

Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution contains this as ingredient number 15.

Sodium Benzoate

What it does: Masking, Preservative

Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.

Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.

Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.

Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.

Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.

We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.

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Hero Cosmetics Pore Release contains this as ingredient number 18.

Cocokind Turmeric Illuminating Solution contains this as ingredient number 10.

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