It's Skin Power 10 Formula Co Effector Elasticity Chief Versus Transparent Lab Urea Face Serum
Updated on August 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
It's Skin Power 10 Formula Co Effector Elasticity Chief 29 ingredients
Transparent Lab Urea Face Serum 16 ingredients
About this product
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It's Skin Power 10 Formula Co Effector Elasticity Chief 29 ingredients
Transparent Lab Urea Face Serum 16 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCollagen Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Collagen Extract, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Xanthan Gum, Dipropylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Betaine, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Water
Skin ConditioningUrea
Buffering
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventBetaine
Humectant
Bisabolol
Masking
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientTrideceth-6
EmulsifyingSodium Phytate
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePropanediol 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 PropanediolThis ingredient is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
This ingredient is a type of elastomer.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerSodium Polyacrylate is the sodium salt of polyacrylic acid. It is used as an absorber, emollient, and stabilizer.
This ingredient is a super-absorbent polymer - meaning it can absorb 100 to 1000 times its mass in water. As an emollient, Sodium Polyacrylate helps soften and soothe skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
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.
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineIngredient Ratings
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It's Skin Power 10 Formula Co Effector Elasticity Chief 29 ingredients
Transparent Lab Urea Face Serum 16 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
It's Skin Power 10 Formula Co Effector Elasticity Chief 29 ingredients
Transparent Lab Urea Face Serum 16 ingredients
A bit heavy for combination skin. I was sensitive to it, left my skin quite red and itchy. Also, it has fragrance!
So tricky to find a high urea product that is also fungal acne safe! Also it comes in a glass bottle so that’s nice and sustainable. It soaks in very well and doesn’t leave me greasy or sticky. Perfect!
