Jan Marini RosaLieve Redness Reducing Complex Versus Dr Sam’s Flawless Brightly Serum
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Jan Marini RosaLieve Redness Reducing Complex 40 ingredients
Dr Sam’s Flawless Brightly Serum 18 ingredients
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Jan Marini RosaLieve Redness Reducing Complex 40 ingredients
Dr Sam’s Flawless Brightly Serum 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAzelaic Acid
Buffering
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingGlyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentSteareth-21
CleansingSteareth-2
EmulsifyingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tetrapeptide-14
Skin Conditioning
Ranunculus Ficaria Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid
Skin ConditioningBoswellia Serrata Extract
Skin ConditioningEpigallocatechin Gallate
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin Acetyl Methionine
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Mel Extract
MoisturisingSodium PCA
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingQuartz
Abrasive
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Azelaic Acid, Ethoxydiglycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Isononyl Isononanoate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Steareth-21, Steareth-2, Cetyl Alcohol, Tetrapeptide-14, Ranunculus Ficaria Extract, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Epigallocatechin Gallate, Bisabolol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Allantoin Acetyl Methionine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Mel Extract, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Quartz, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningAzelaic Acid
Buffering
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientAscorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Olivate
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Dehydroacetic Acid
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 WaterAzelaic 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 AcidThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideGlyceryl Stearate Se is a self-emulsifying (SE) form of glyceryl stearate. Self-emusifying means this ingredient automatically blends with water. It is an emulsifier, emollient, and cleansing agent.
As an emulsifier, Glyceryl Stearate Se prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant, meaning it helps cleanse the skin. Surfactants help gather oil, dirt, and other pollutants so they may be rinsed away easily.
Emollients help your skin stay smooth and soft. It does so by creating a film on top of the skin that helps trap moisture in.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate SeGlycerin 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 GumSodium 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 HydroxideDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAPhenoxyethanol 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.
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