Kahf Brightening And Texture Refining Face Serum Versus Cocokind Postbiotic Acne Serum
Updated on March 21, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Kahf Brightening And Texture Refining Face Serum 26 ingredients
Cocokind Postbiotic Acne Serum 24 ingredients
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Kahf Brightening And Texture Refining Face Serum 26 ingredients
Cocokind Postbiotic Acne Serum 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
Cleansing
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Sodium Polyacrylate Starch
AbsorbentParfum
Masking
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentDisodium EDTA
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingMenthyl Lactate
MaskingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Water, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth-20, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Alpha-Arbutin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Allantoin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Alcohol Denat., Sodium Polyacrylate Starch, Parfum, Maltodextrin, Disodium EDTA, Phospholipids, Carbomer, Menthyl Lactate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Polysorbate 20
Salicylic Acid 1.5%
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingMusa Sapientum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Lysolecithin
EmulsifyingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingMaltodextrin
AbsorbentSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPullulan
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Silica
Abrasive
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMorinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid 1.5%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Propanediol, Glycerin, Sodium Citrate, Musa Sapientum Fruit Extract, Gluconolactone, Lysolecithin, Sclerotium Gum, Maltodextrin, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Pullulan, Xanthan Gum, Lactobacillus Ferment, Tocopherol, Silica, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Calcium Gluconate, Beta-Glucan, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Propanediol 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 Glycerin1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.
As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.
Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.
Learn more about MaltodextrinIngredient Ratings
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Kahf Brightening And Texture Refining Face Serum 26 ingredients
Cocokind Postbiotic Acne Serum 24 ingredients
