HOLLAFACE Brightening Concentrate Glow Serum Versus The Pastels Shop "NAA" Clarifying Serum
Updated on September 04, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe serums. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and niacinamide
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
HOLLAFACE Brightening Concentrate Glow Serum 19 ingredients
The Pastels Shop "NAA" Clarifying Serum 19 ingredients
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HOLLAFACE Brightening Concentrate Glow Serum 19 ingredients
The Pastels Shop "NAA" Clarifying Serum 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
MaskingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMicrocitrus Australasica Fruit Extract
Dithiaoctanediol
Skin ConditioningGluconic Acid
Sutilains
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Alpha-Arbutin, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Xanthan Gum, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Morus Alba Root Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract, Dithiaoctanediol, Gluconic Acid, Sutilains, Beta-Carotene
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningAlpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Inulin
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Alpha-Arbutin, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Allantoin, Zinc PCA, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Inulin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum
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 GlycerinNiacinamide 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 NiacinamideAlpha-Arbutin is made from hydroquinone and glucose. It may also be derived from the fermentation of soybeans.
This ingredient an antioxidant, meaning it helps protect your skin cells against damage.
Studies show this ingredient helps improve hyperpigmentation and fade discoloration.
Alpha-Arbutin may be used with other ingredients that help with hyperpigmentation. These ingredients include retinol, Vitamin C, niacinamide, and tranexamic acid.
Learn more about Alpha-ArbutinXanthan 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.
Learn more about Xanthan GumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract comes from the leaves of an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. Centella Asiatica is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. It can help reduce irritation and soothe the skin.
Many active components found in centella asiatica, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Research shows centella asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.
The combination of all these properties makes centella asiatica leaf extract effective at soothing the skin.
Other components of centella asiatica leaf extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.
This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica Leaf ExtractEthylhexylglycerin (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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