Infeel Clear Shot Serum Versus Quality First Derma Laser Azelaic Acid 100 Ulthera AZ Serum
Updated on December 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides 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, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Infeel Clear Shot Serum 30 ingredients
Quality First Derma Laser Azelaic Acid 100 Ulthera AZ Serum 32 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Infeel Clear Shot Serum 30 ingredients
Quality First Derma Laser Azelaic Acid 100 Ulthera AZ Serum 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingDiglycerin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sponge
Skin ConditioningAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glutathione
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Soluble Proteoglycan
Skin ConditioningJania Rubens Extract
Skin ConditioningPhellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningTremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide
Emulsion Stabilising
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingErythritol
Humectant
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingInositol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTrehalose
Humectant
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Carrageenan
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Diglycerin, Hydrolyzed Sponge, Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Niacinamide, Glutathione, Azelaic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Allantoin, Soluble Proteoglycan, Jania Rubens Extract, Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract, Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide, Cellulose Gum, Erythritol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Inositol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trehalose, Lauroyl Lysine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Carrageenan, Phenoxyethanol
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Diglycerin
Humectant
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Tripropylene Glycol
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Phytosterols
Skin Conditioning
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Silver Oxide
AntimicrobialCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingWater
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
Cleansing
Lemongrass Oil
Salvia Officinalis Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Roseum Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Diglycerin, Azelaic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Ceramide NP, Centella Asiatica Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Tripropylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Phytosterols, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Silver Oxide, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Water, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Lemongrass Oil, Salvia Officinalis Oil, Pelargonium Roseum Leaf Oil
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Azelaic acid is a naturally occurring acid derived from grains. This ingredient is effective in treating acne, rosacea, and other skin conditions.
It has been shown to reduce the growth of acne-causing bacteria and helps reduce inflammation. On top of that, it helps reduce the production of sebum and unclog pores.
Azelaic Acid also has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants protect our skin cells from free-radical damage.
One of the main benefits of azelaic acid is that it is gentle and well-tolerated by most people.
Fun fact: The lab-created form of azelaic acid is typically used within cosmetic products for its shelf-stability.
Learn more about Azelaic AcidButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella 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 ExtractCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Diglycerin is a humectant. It is derived from glycerin, which is naturally found in your skin.
As a humectant, it helps draw moisture to the skin from the air.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Niacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
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.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about NiacinamideWater. 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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