innisfree Gentle Care for Sensitive Skin Concentrated Serum Versus Osmosis Beauty Rescue Epidermal Repair Serum - Advanced Formula
Updated on August 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
innisfree Gentle Care for Sensitive Skin Concentrated Serum 8 ingredients
Osmosis Beauty Rescue Epidermal Repair Serum - Advanced Formula 12 ingredients
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innisfree Gentle Care for Sensitive Skin Concentrated Serum 8 ingredients
Osmosis Beauty Rescue Epidermal Repair Serum - Advanced Formula 12 ingredients
Benefits
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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 WaterPropanediol 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 PropanediolGlycerin 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 GlycerinXanthan 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 GumGlyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut. It has emollient and emulsifier properties.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.
On the other hand, emulsifiers prevent ingredients (such as oil and water) from separating.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylateIngredient Ratings
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innisfree Gentle Care for Sensitive Skin Concentrated Serum 8 ingredients
Osmosis Beauty Rescue Epidermal Repair Serum - Advanced Formula 12 ingredients
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innisfree Gentle Care for Sensitive Skin Concentrated Serum 8 ingredients
Osmosis Beauty Rescue Epidermal Repair Serum - Advanced Formula 12 ingredients
The product is beautiful and works well, but the concern about the cost is insane. At AU$230 plus, it’s extremely expensive for a basic product. After researching the patented ingredient, it seems like it’s just a standard oxidized element that’s quite common (if it is broken down) I understand that the founding doctor has invested a lot of money in his brand and research, but this pricing is Show more
