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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of ISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] versus Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum .
Published on January 11, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
ISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] 21 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum 19 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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ISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] 21 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum 19 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
ISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] 21 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum 19 ingredients
Water • Urea • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dicaprylyl Ether • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Pentaerythrityl Distearate • Panthenol • Allantoin • Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Squalane • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Carbomer • Phenoxyethanol • Benzyl Alcohol • Sodium Lactate • Lactic Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Citric Acid
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Lactic Acid • Squalane • Glycerin • Sodium Hydroxide • Cetearyl Olivate • Propanediol • Sorbitan Olivate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Lespedeza Capitata Leaf/Stem Extract • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Acacia Senegal Gum • Sodium Gluconate • Xanthan Gum • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Linalool
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] contains this as ingredient number 1.
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] contains this as ingredient number 4.
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] contains this as ingredient number 5.
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] contains this as ingredient number 13.
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
ISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] contains this as ingredient number 16.
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] contains this as ingredient number 19.
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] contains this as ingredient number 20.
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
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ISANA Akut Pflege Serum [5% UREA] 21 ingredients
Biossance Squalane + 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum 19 ingredients
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